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MOH Suspends 5 ZAMMSA Bosses, Launches Investigation in Drug Supply Saga
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MOH Suspends 5 ZAMMSA Bosses, Launches Investigation in Drug Supply Saga

The Ministry of Health (MOH) has suspended five senior officials from the Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency (ZAMMSA) following allegations of irregularities in the procurement and supply of drugs. This move comes amidst growing public concern over the availability and quality of essential medicines in the country's health facilities. The suspensions are part of a broader investigation initiated by the MOH to ascertain the extent of the alleged mismanagement and to ensure accountability within the agency. The ministry has vowed to take decisive action against anyone found culpable, emphasizing its commitment to safeguarding public health and ensuring efficient resource utilization. The drug supply saga has highlighted systemic issues within ZAMMSA, prompting calls for a comprehensive overhaul of its operations to prevent future occurrences of similar problems. The investigation aims to restore public trust in the national drug supply chain and improve access to vital medical supplies.

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Zambia Records 12 New Cholera Cases in 24 Hours
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Zambia Records 12 New Cholera Cases in 24 Hours

Zambia has reported 12 new cholera cases within the last 24 hours, with no fatalities. Of these new cases, 11 were identified in Lusaka and one in Mpulungu District, Northern Province. Since August of the previous year, the country has accumulated 1,415 cholera cases and 22 deaths across 25 affected districts. In response to the ongoing situation, the Minister of Health, Dr. Alex Katakwe, announced that the government has intensified surveillance and preparedness measures in Lusaka and nationwide to prevent further spread of the disease. The Ministry of Health has also implemented enhanced preventive actions at the University of Zambia to avert potential outbreaks within the institution. Additionally, the North-Western Province Provincial Health Director, Dr. Luckson Chidikita, confirmed that the province continues to uphold government-mandated preventive measures to ensure no additional cases are recorded in their region.

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US’s new scramble for Africa is biomedical imperialism
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US’s new scramble for Africa is biomedical imperialism

The article discusses concerns that US health funding agreements in Africa, including Zambia, represent a new form of "biomedical imperialism" or "extractivism." It highlights how these deals, similar to one Zimbabwe rejected, could grant broad American access to sensitive health data and biological samples, raising sovereignty issues for African nations like Zambia.

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Metabolic syndrome and its risk factors among adults living with HIV receiving antiretroviral therapy in Zambia: an ambidirectional cohort study
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Metabolic syndrome and its risk factors among adults living with HIV receiving antiretroviral therapy in Zambia: an ambidirectional cohort study

This study investigates the prevalence and risk factors of metabolic syndrome among adults living with HIV who are receiving antiretroviral therapy (ART) in Zambia. While ART has significantly improved survival for people with HIV, it has also introduced new challenges related to cardiometabolic complications. The research aims to address the lack of epidemiological data on this issue in the region.

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