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Dodoma Residents Urged to Give Blood Frequently

Residents of Dodoma have been encouraged to donate blood regularly to help save lives, particularly for patients who may require urgent transfusions. Dr. Leah Kitundya, head of the Central Zone Blood Collection Team, made the call during a free health screening event
November 14, 2025
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NEMC Expands Environmental Oversight in Central Zone

The National Environment Management Council (NEMC) is ramping up its efforts to enforce environmental laws and regulations to combat pollution and promote sustainable development nationwide. The Acting Central Zonal Manager of NEMC, Novatus Mushi, annoucneed that the council had so far registered
February 4, 2025
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Chronic Kidney Disease Cases Surge in Tanzania

Tanzania is facing a growing crisis as cases of chronic kidney disease (CKD) continue to rise, prompting medical experts to call for urgent action to expand access to advanced treatment options. Without intervention, thousands of lives remain at risk due to the
February 3, 2025
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Tanzania Faces Surge in Late-Stage HIV Diagnoses

 Over 23,850 people living with HIV in Tanzania have been diagnosed with advanced stages of the disease, according to recent figures from the Ministry of Health. These numbers, from July to December 2024, paint a worrying picture of delayed HIV diagnosis and
February 3, 2025
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TPDF Confirms Loss of Soldiers in DRC Mission

The Tanzania People’s Defence Forces (TPDF) has confirmed the deaths of two of its soldiers and injuries to four others following recent attacks in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The soldiers, who were part of a peacekeeping mission, were caught
February 3, 2025
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NEMC Warns Of Heavy Rainfall And Landslide Risks

The National Environmental Management Council (NEMC) has issued a critical warning about the imminent risks of heavy rainfall and landslides that could result in widespread devastation. Dr. Immaculate Semesi, the Director General of NEMC, spoke to the media today, emphasizing the urgent
February 2, 2025
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Tanzania Orders Hospitals to Prioritize Emergency Care

The Tanzanian government has instructed both private and public hospitals to prioritize emergency medical treatment for all patients, regardless of their ability to pay. This directive, issued on January 31, 2025, aims to ensure that patients in urgent need of care are
February 1, 2025
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East Africa Expands Cancer Screening to Save Lives

Women and girls across Kenya and Tanzania are set to benefit from a groundbreaking initiative aimed at increasing access to breast and cervical cancer screening, as well as life-saving vaccinations. The East Africa Comprehensive Cancer Project, backed by a Sh27 billion partnership,
January 30, 2025
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Trump Administration Freezes Global Health Aid, Sparking Concern

The Trump administration has abruptly halted the supply of life-saving medicines and medical supplies to vulnerable communities worldwide, triggering alarm among health experts and humanitarian organizations. The freeze affects crucial programs supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), including
January 29, 2025
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