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Mchinji’s unsung heroes driving immunization in hard-to-reach areas

A quiet revolution is happening in the remotest parts of Mchinji, where the nearest health facilities are often several kilometers away.

Biwi Health Centre shines in Measles vaccination campaign

Minister of Health, Khumbidze Kandodo Chiponda has expressed satisfaction with the commitment and quality health service delivery that Biwi Health Centre in Lilongwe is providing to the general community.

Malawi Rolls Out Measles-Rubella Vaccination Campaign

The Ministry of Health has rolled out a Measles-Rubella supplementary vaccination campaign across several districts in Malawi following a prolonged outbreak that has led to 653 confirmed cases and one death since it began in October 2024.

Health Secretary urges stronger support for Environmental Health

Malawi's Secretary for Health, Samson Mndolo, has emphasized the critical role of District Environmental Health Offices (DEHOs), in preventing disease outbreaks, pleading for greater investment and support amid mounting public health challenges.

Government to construct new modern hospital in Dowa

The government has announced plans to construct a modern hospital in Dowa District in response to growing concerns from the community over the inadequate size and condition of the current facility, which many believe falls short of district hospital standards.

Malawi determined to end new HIV/AIDS infections by 2030

Deputy Director for HIV/AIDS in the Ministry of Health Rabson Kachala says government through Ministry of Health, is geared to eliminate new HIV/AIDS infections by 2030.

Kasungu women hailed for promoting immunization

Malawi Health Equity Network (MHEN) Assistant Projects Officer, Herbert Chakwawa, has hailed mother care groups (MCGs) in Kasungu for constructing houses for Health Surveillance Assistants (HSAs), a development he says has helped to promote access to immunization services in communities.

CEDEP terminates HIV and AIDS project amid aid freeze

The Center for Development of People (CEDEP) has terminated a project that was aimed at reducing HIV prevalence and increasing access to antiretroviral therapy (ART) among key populations in Mzimba North, Lilongwe, Blantyre and Mangochi.

Malawi’s renowned Paediatrician Mwansambo takes private practice role

Dr. Charles Mwansambo is no stranger to Malawi’s public health sector having served as Secretary for Health and retired in 2023 following a distinguished...

Lilongwe Family Health Clinic opens for paediatric, general services

Situated in Lilongwe’s Area 47 is the new Lilongwe Family Health Clinic offering paediatric specialist services, general medical consultations for all ages, and a...

9 ambulances grounded in Mangochi as Namadingo engages district leadership

Nine ambulances at Mangochi District Hospital remain out of service, with four lacking any clear repair plan, following meetings between musician Patience Namadingo and district authorities.