The African Consumer Union has urged the Zambian government to outlaw the importation of Genetically Modified Organisms ( GMOs) products on the local market. The Union’s […]
Zambia urged to outlaw GMOs
Safeguard procurement and distribution of medical drugs, health personnel cautioned
President Edgar Lungu has directed the Ministry of Health and Medical Stores Limited to put high security measures during the supply chain system to safeguard […]
Kasizi Primary school damaged by strong winds
Strong winds have blown off the roof of Kasizi Primary School and the newly constructed Kasizi Clinic in Chief Sipatunyana of Kalomo district in Southern […]
Zambia calls for increased domestic financing in the health sector in Africa
President Edgar Lungu has called for robust and innovative financing mechanisms to drive the agenda for universal health coverage in Africa. President Lungu has also […]
Train competent nurses – MOH
Ministry of Health Permanent Secretary in charge of training Professor Elwyn Chomba has called on nurse training institutions to ensure they train competent health providers. […]
Women urged urged not to use herbal medicines to induce labour
Government says is concerned that despite several maternal health interventions measures put in place to end unwanted deaths among others , expectant mothers have continued […]
Cervical cancer prevention is not a female agenda – Chief Mumena
Chief Mumena of the Kaonde speaking people of Kalumbila district in North Western province says cervical cancer prevention is not a female agenda. Chief Mumena […]
Security needed, Kafue General Hospital
Kafue General Hospital Administrator Patricia Namutowe said there is need to enhance security at Kafue General hospital. Speaking at a Public Dialogue forum organised by […]
Health Practitioner advises on good nutrition
A health practitioner in Chinsali district in Muchinga province says good nutrition is vital for maintaining good health. Chinsali General Hospital Medical Superintendent Willies Silwimba, […]
Construction of mother’s shelter on course
Shang’ombo District Council Secretary Kamwata Pongo says progress has been made on the construction of a 16 bed Mothers shelter building at Shang’ombo District Hospital. […]