Day: June 13, 2020

The Avenues Clinic Refurbishment Enters Phase 2

NewsRoom

IN an effort to create a safe and unforgettable hospital experience for patients, The Avenues Clinic has now entered its second phase of its facility’s refurbishment project. The refurbishment project which commenced in 2018 is part of a US$10 million capital injection which was partly funded by Nedbank. The refurbishment is three phased and commenced with giving a face lift to the ablution facilities before moving to other sections of the health institution. The Avenues Clinic fosters  ideal safety standards against possible Covid-19 spread Healthcare is the backbone of any…

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Comprehensive Sexuality Education Is Not Sex Education Says Experts

Michael Gwarisa

SEXUAL and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) experts have reiterated that Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE)  was key to empowering young people in and out of out school to make informed decisions about their life choices.   By Michael Gwarisa Speaking during a virtual discussion that was organised by the Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR) and Right Here Right Now (RHRN), Mr Sendisa Ndlovu, the Programs Officer for SAYWHAT said CSE was not about sex education but embraces the aspects of children’s rights and empowerment which in turn prevent them…

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Coping with Retrenchment; A Mental Health Perspective

Michael Gwarisa

RETRENCHMENTS in Zimbabwe are expected to hit record numbers as a result of economic disruption from the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic that continues to disrupt the global economy, many employers worldwide are left with no choice but to reduce staff in order to cut costs and survive.  By Dr Kudakwashe C Muchena Zimbabwe is not immune to this as is already seen in the Hospitality and Entertainment industries. In response to this predicted wave of retrenchments, this article seeks to give a mental health…

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