Category: Health

* Last week, we also recorded four cases all from Malema 2 Village and currently, two cases are admitted at Karonga CTU * As of February 16, we have 63 cumulative confirmed cases of cholera in the district—Karonga District Hospital By George Mponda, MANA Karonga District Hospital (KDH) has reported a new cholera related death, bringing the total number of fatalities to seven since the disease was first detected in September last year. According to KDH’s disease surveillance &…

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* Our soldiers have consistently been praised for their exceptional work, and this training will further enhance their abilities — Brigadier Dr. Kingsley Magomero  * The participants also gained practical experience at Kamuzu Central Hospital, working in critical areas like the emergency department, ICU and the operating theatre  * Meanwhile, KUHeS plans to launch a Bachelor of Science Degree program in Herbal and Traditional Medicine  By Duncan Mlanjira “Medicine is a craft that requires constant honing,” said Brigadier Dr….

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* Prolonged exposure to extreme heat can pose serious health risks, especially to vulnerable people * Such as the elderly, young children, and those with pre-existing health conditions By Duncan Mlanjira Soon after the exit moderate tropical storm CHIDO, the Department of Climate Change & Meteorological Services (DCCMS) is alerting the public to expected a prolonged period of hot and uncomfortable weather (heatwave) which is expected over most areas for the next 5 days from tomorrow till Monday, December…

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