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The restoration of the Out Patients Department (OPD) and reception area at the Muhimbili Orthopaedic Institute (MOI) has received a significant boost with a donation of iron sheets valued at 35 million Tanzanian Shillings from ALAF Limited. The donation aims to ensure

The National Environment Management Council (NEMC) is launching a significant project aimed at mitigating the environmental and health impacts associated with mercury use in gold mining. A new educational facility is being constructed in Geita Region, specifically designed to enhance public understanding

The Tanzanian government has reported that the prevalence rate of Hepatitis B is estimated at 3.5%, and Hepatitis C at 1%, within the country. Across Africa, approximately 60 million people live with chronic Hepatitis B, and 10 million with chronic Hepatitis C.

A major blood donation campaign is currently underway in Arusha, led by the non-profit organization Who Is Hussain. The initiative aims to secure 2,400 donors to help meet the annual regional demand of 18,851 liters of blood. This effort is crucial in

In 2023, the global fight against AIDS encountered significant challenges, with nearly 40 million people living with HIV. Among them, over 9 million were not receiving any treatment, resulting in one AIDS-related death every minute, as highlighted in a recent UNAIDS report.

President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan listened attentively to Suzan Beton Simbeye, a resident of Mlowo, who sought help for her child suffering from a heart condition. The President, moved by the mother’s plea, immediately instructed the Ministry of Health to ensure that