Lenacapavir Doses Now In Zimbabwe, But Experts Urge Caution
Michael Gwarisa As Zimbabwe takes delivery of its first doses of Lenacapavir, the new long-acting injectable for HIV prevention, public health experts are urging citizens to understand that this is not a replacement for existing prevention methods, but rather a powerful addition to the country’s combination prevention approach. The announcement came during a Continuing Medical
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Africa CDC Urges Southern Africa to Strengthen Cholera Response
Michael Gwarisa Southern African countries are being urged to strengthen cross-border cooperation as the region faces growing cholera threats. Fragile health systems, combined with recurrent natural disasters such as cyclones and floods, are exposing communities to heightened vulnerabilities, making coordinated action more critical than ever. Speaking during the weekly Africa CDC Virtual Press Briefing, Professor
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Redan-Supported Blood Drive Raises National Collection Levels
Michael Gwarisa Incentives provided by Redan Petroleum to support Zimbabwe’s national blood bank, the National Blood Service Zimbabwe (NBSZ), have resulted in increased blood collection output and improved yields across the country. The NBSZ launched a nationwide blood collection campaign in partnership with Redan earlier this year to replenish blood stocks after levels dropped to
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PSMAS Launches 2026 Premier Lifestyle Wellness Week to Combat NCDs
Michael Gwarisa In a bid to prevent and manage Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) and other chronic conditions, the Premier Service Medical Aid Society (PSMAS) has launched its first Premier Lifestyle Wellness Week across clinics nationwide. The initiative marks the beginning of a series of wellness-focused programs planned throughout the year, forming a key part of the
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Zim Medicinal Cannabis Licences Due for Renewal
By Michael Gwarisa Medicinal cannabis producers in Zimbabwe have been warned to urgently renew their operating licences as permits issued in 2021 reach the end of their five year validity period. The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe has confirmed that all affected licences will expire this year and has stressed that late applications will not
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People Who Dye Hair in Unnatural Shades Show Higher Rates of Depression
Michael Gwarisa Though it has become a popular fashion statement, especially among modern women, performers, and artists, new research shows that dyeing hair in unnatural shades could be a silent cry for help and a sign of underlying mental health struggles. The full study Blue Hair and the Blues: Dying Your Hair Unnatural Colours is
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WHO Rejects US Claims of COVID-19 Failures After Withdrawal Notice
Michael Gwarisa The World Health Organization (WHO) has strongly rejected claims by the United States that it failed during the COVID-19 pandemic, describing the accusations as untrue and misleading following Washington’s formal notification of withdrawal from the global health body. The response comes days after the United States became the first country to exit the
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Heavy Rains Trigger Cholera Alert in Zimbabwe
Michael Gwarisa The Ministry of Health and Child Care (MoHCC) has issued a Cholera Public Health alert amid growing fears that heavy rains and flash flooding could trigger a new cholera wave. The worst cholera outbreak in Zimbabwe was recorded in 2008, followed by two more outbreaks in 2028 and the most recent one in
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Africa Cervical Cancer Diagnostics Still Very Low – Africa CDC
Michael Gwarisa As the world marks Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has raised concern over the continent’s low diagnostic capacity for cervical cancer, a gap that has contributed to preventable loss of life over many years. Regional data shows that sub-Saharan Africa accounts for about 23 percent of
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US Faces Greater Disease Risk as Global Health Coordination Weakens
Michael Gwarisa A year after the United States withdrew its support from the World Health Organisation (WHO), experts warn the country is now more vulnerable to disease outbreaks and public health emergencies. The US is experiencing one of its most severe influenza seasons in recent years. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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