Category: Health News

COVID-19 Relief for Vulnerable Women and girls in Mabvuku

Michael Gwarisa

Women Action Group (WAG) has donated a consignment of hampers consisting of food stuffs, toiletries, sanitary wear, hand sanitizers and face masks to several women in Mabvuku as part of their ongoing drive to assist vulnerable women who have been economically affected by the COVID-19 induced lockdown. By Michael Gwarisa In an interview with HealthTimes in Mabvuku, WAG Executive Director Mrs Ednah Masiyiwa said in as much as the COVID-19 and the lockdown has affected everyone, women and girls have been hardest hit economically and socially, especially in terms of…

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#BREAKING: Zim Lockdown Restrictions Relaxed, Curfew Now Starts At 8 PM

Michael Gwarisa

GOVERNMENT has revised the COVID-19 curfew as it moves to relax lockdown restrictions at the back of improved recoveries countrywide. By Michael Gwarisa Briefing Journalists during post cabinet media briefing, Information publicity and broadcasting services minister, Honorable Monica Mutsvangwa said government had also moved to allow families to manage cases from home. In view of the surge in positive local cases, Cabinet approved Guidelines to help families manage COVID-19 cases at home. Furthermore, in order to curtail the spike in infections Zimbabwe requires a more robust testing regime. “Having noted…

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#BREAKING: Harare Records Massive COVID-19 Recoveries In 24 Hours

Michael Gwarisa

HARARE Province has over the past 24 hours recorded a massive jump in COVUD-19 recoveries from 76 to 1698, a development which could signal the beginning of a new era  in Zimbabwe’s COVID-19 trajectory. By Michael Gwarisa According to the Ministry of Health and Child Care’s (MoHCC) daily sitrep, the new Harare recoveries bring the total number of national recoveries to date 3848.  47 new cases and three deaths reported in the last 24 hours. 42 are local cases and five are returnees from South Africa. One death is from…

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Race for Covid-19 vaccine may leave poor countries behind, say experts

Healthtimes

NO coronavirus vaccine has been approved for use yet, but governments across the globe have already bought up hundreds of millions of doses of several of those under development. Authorities that have struck deals are typically from countries or regions that also have the manufacturing capacity to produce the vast quantities needed to inoculate whole populations. Before any vaccine has been given the green light, it would appear that developing countries already face lengthy delays in accessing vital supplies. I think it was a concern, now it’s simply become a…

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The Power of The Youth to End Neglected Tropical Diseases

Healthtimes

On this International Youth Day, we celebrate the power of the youth as critical agents of social change at the community, village or national and global levels. We recognize the role that young people play in creating conversations and engaging with the public to take action on unequal opportunities that are rampant mostly among marginalized populations. Youth Combating NTDs is a global community of young people fighting to end neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). This youth-led initiative is designed to mainstream the participation of young people in NTDs and is an…

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Young People Should Lead SRHR Conversation From The Front- Dr Mushunje

Michael Gwarisa

Sexual Reproductive Health Rights Africa Trust  (SAT) Country Director, Dr Mildred Mushunje has called on youths across the country to be active participants concerning issues affecting their Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) if tangible results are to be realized. By Michael Gwarisa Speaking during an Intergenerational conversation on Meaningful Youth participation in commemoration of the International Youth Day live on Capitalk FM, Dr Mushunje said no one was qualified to talk about issues affecting young people more than the young people themselves. We realized that more often than not,…

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51st Union World Conference on Lung Health to be held virtually 20-24 October 2020

Healthtimes

IN light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union) has announced today that the 51st Union World Conference on Lung Health (Union World Conference) will be virtual. HealthTimes Reporter Originally planned to be held in Seville in Spain, the event will continue to host a programme featuring cutting edge science around tuberculosis (TB), air pollution and tobacco control, but also deliver a track and special sessions dedicated to COVID-19 and its intersection with lung health and infectious diseases. Dr Anthony Fauci, Director of NIAID and…

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Avoid Risky Promiscuous Behavior During Lockdown- NAC

Michael Gwarisa

THE National AIDS Council (NAC) has implored citizens to desist from engaging in risky promiscuous sexual behavior under the prevailing lockdown period to avoid an increase in new HIV cases amongst the population. By Michael Gwarisa In an interview with HealthTimes, NAC Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dr Bernard Madzima said people need to be vigilant especially during these times when access to various health services including HIV services could be restricted in some instances owing to the strict lockdown regulations. During this COVID-19 lockdown or new normal, there are a…

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More Than Half Of Zim COVID-19 Cases Recorded Amongst Males

Michael Gwarisa

THE Ministry of Health and Child Care (MoHCC) has indicated that the COVID-19 is hitting men harder as compared to women in Zimbabwe. By Michael Gwarisa According to  the MoHCC Daily Sitrep of August 11, 2020, at least 54.96% of COVID-19 recorded in the country to date have been picked amongst males. More males have been affected when compared to females. Most Covid-19 cases are in the 20 – 40 years age groups. There are more females affected as age rises. 1 055 000 cases have been recorded amongst males…

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Zimnat Launches SMEs LifeAID Group Life Cover

Healthtimes

ZIMNAT Life Assurance has launched a new group life insurance cover for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) to enable them to provide life insurance for their employees. HealthTimes Reporter The new product, which is called Zimnat SMEs LifeAID, comes at a time when life assurance has become particularly important given the continuing sharp rise in the number of confirmed Covid-19 cases and deaths. It is the latest in a series of new products launched by the Zimnat group over the past six months, as the financial services giant continues to…

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