Health

Malawi’s progress in breast cancer treatment is being overshadowed by poor coordination and lack of aftercare, with advocates urging a unified national response to support survivors who often face stigma, isolation, and limited follow-up after completing treatment.

The Malawi Government, via the Ministry of Health, is intensifying efforts to combat Non Communicable Diseases (NCDs). Key measures include enhancing district infrastructure, training health workers, and integrating NCDs into essential health packages. Despite progress, financial limitations hinder investments in prevention and treatment, though community awareness remains a focus.

Unsafe abortions remain a leading cause of preventable deaths among women and girls in Malawi, a crisis that has prompted renewed calls for Parliament to review the country’s restrictive abortion laws

NCD Alliance Malawi has rolled out free health screenings in Mzuzu as part of the 2025 Global Week for Action on Non-Communicable Diseases, urging Malawians to embrace prevention and early detection under the theme ‘Time to Lead.

The United States Government on Friday donated 33,600 JYNNEOS vaccine doses to help the Malawi Government prevent the further spread of mpox.  With this delivery...

Health experts in Lilongwe have urged parents to properly dispose of diapers to protect children under five from infections and safeguard the environment. Improper disposal poses health risks, pollutes ecosystems, and worsens environmental degradation.

The National AIDS Commission (NAC) has challenged journalists to step up efforts in educating communities and debunking myths surrounding HIV and AIDS in Malawi. NAC Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Beatrice Matanje, said misinformation continues to derail progress in the fight against the epidemic, despite significant national gains such as a 90% drop in new infections since 1990. She emphasized the need for accurate and responsible reporting to combat stigma, improve access to treatment, and ensure more people know their HIV status.hea

In Chinsapo, Lilongwe, a new neuro care center is transforming lives by supporting children with disabilities like cerebral palsy and autism — while empowering parents with business capital and easing their daily burdens

Joy Abilities Empowerment, in partnership with Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital Orthopedic Centre, donated 10 wheelchairs in Machinga, urging urgent action to address mobility challenges, poverty, hunger, and human rights issues affecting people with disabilities, while calling for broader partner support.

Phalula Health Centre, which is located along Zalewa Road, receives many emergency cases from road accidents.

Lilongwe District Health Office has expressed worry over increased cases of Mpox in the district attributing it to lack of knowledge and information about the disease.

Malawi Health Equity Network (MHEN) has distributed bicycles to mother care groups in Kasungu District to help the community-led volunteer structures with mobility as they drum up mobilisation for immunisation.