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Kenya Rolls Out Six-Month HIV Prevention Injection

Kenya has taken a significant step in the fight against HIV by introducing a new long-acting prevention injection that provides protection for up to six months with a single dose. Health officials say the rollout positions the country among the first in
February 28, 2026

Health Minister Urges Acceptance for Intersex Children

The Health Minister, Honorable Ummy Mwalimu, has issued a heartfelt plea to Tanzanians, urging them to cease the practice of concealing intersex children and instead ensure they receive medical attention and support, emphasizing that effective treatments are available for this condition. Speaking
June 7, 2024

Dunia Inakumbwa na Athari Kali za Matumizi ya Vileo

Dunia inakumbwa na Athari Kali za Matumizi ya Vileo ambayo yanasababisha vifo kwa watu wengi duniani kila mwaka licha ya faida ya kiuchumi kwa mataifa mbalimbali kupitia kodi ya bidhaa hizo. Matumizi ya vileo husababisha matatizo makubwa ya afya na kijamii kwa
June 5, 2024

The World Faces Severe Impacts from Substance Use

The world is grappling with the severe impacts of substance use, which causes numerous deaths annually, despite the economic benefits derived from taxes on these products in various countries. The use of substances leads to significant health and social problems for users,
June 5, 2024

Nutrition Remains Government Priority-Ummy

The government, through the Ministry of Health, has announced that the progress in the provision of nutrition education in the country shows promising developments and continues to improve due to the government’s efforts, coupled with the significant response from citizens and stakeholders.
June 5, 2024

Pombe Kuwekwa Kwenye Haja Kubwa Kenya

Hali ya maisha na mifumo yake imezidi kustaajabisha watu hususani Nchini kenya baada ya vijana wanaokunywa Pombe Nchini humowakibuni njia mpya ya kuusisimua mwili  Inaelezwa kuwa wimbi kubwa la vijana hao wakiwa na nia ya kutafuta kupata hisia za juu haraka na
June 5, 2024

HIV Prevalence Soars in Tanzania

HIV incidences among young girls aged 15-24 years have alarmingly doubled, according to the Tanzania Commission for AIDS (Tacaids). According to statistics, HIV infections among girls in this age group have increased from 14% in the 2016/17 period to 30% in 2022/23.
June 2, 2024

Jokate Mwegelo Appointed Mental Health Ambassador

The Secretary-General of the Youth League of the Chama cha Mapinduzi (CCM) – National, Jokate Urban Mwegelo, has been appointed as an ambassador to raise awareness about mental health by the National Mental Health Hospital, Mirembe. This unique honor was bestowed upon
June 1, 2024

Concerns Rise As Tanzania Braces for Dry Season

As the dry season approaches from June to August 2024, health authorities are raising concerns about the potential for disease outbreaks like pneumonia and other cold-related illnesses. The Tanzania Meteorological Authority (TMA) issued warnings highlighting the health risks anticipated during this period.
May 29, 2024

Stern Warning To Health Secretaries On Duty Performance

Deputy Minister of Health, Dr. Godwin Mollel, has sternly warned health secretaries across the nation to perform their duties with confidence, integrity, and professionalism, adhering to existing guidelines, regulations, and procedures to avoid conflicts and complaints within their respective institutions. Dr. Mollel
May 29, 2024
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