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August 2, 2024

CIDRZ Supports Ministry of Health to Strengthen Capacity of Community Mobilizers

As Zambia rallies to achieve epidemic control by 2030, the need for innovative and inclusive strategies is more crucial than ever. These strategies are vital to […]
August 1, 2024

National Multi-Pathogen Diagnostic Framework Launched

The Minister of Health, Dr Elijah Muchima, yesterday launched the National Multi-Pathogen Diagnostic (NMPDP) Framework, which aims to enhance patient-centred care through improved molecular and microbiology […]
July 31, 2024

Ministry of Health Launches the National Multi-Pathogen Diagnostic Programme.

The Ministry of Health has launched the National Multi-Pathogen Diagnostic Programme (NMPDP) designed to enhance the diagnostic capabilities of Zambia’s public health laboratories. Minister of Health […]
July 30, 2024

Ministry of Health holds Stakeholder Engagement Meeting for the National Multi-Pathogen Diagnostic Programme.

The Ministry of Health has stressed its commitment to strengthening laboratory services in Zambia through a nationwide laboratory infrastructure upgrade programme. Speaking at a stakeholder engagement […]
July 25, 2024

CIDRZ Reports Significant Progress in Defense Force Prevention Programme.

Since its inception in October 2023, the Defense Force Prevention Programme (DFPP) has made significant progress against its targets. Speaking during a high-level review meeting with […]
July 23, 2024

Zambia Holds HIV Drug Resistance Implementation Review Meeting.

The Ministry of Health has commended its partners for their crucial role in monitoring the patterns and prevalence of HIV Drug Resistance (HIVDR) in Zambia. Ministry […]
July 19, 2024

CIDRZ and DFZ Conclude a High-Level Meeting to Roll Out SmartCare Pro Across 58 Health Facilities Under the PEPFAR-funded DoD/DHAPP Project.

The Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ), in collaboration with the Defense Force of Zambia (DFZ) under the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief […]
July 19, 2024

CIDRZ Supports Ministry of Health in Developing Data Governance Framework

Secure data management processes are crucial for maintaining the confidentiality of health data, especially after the enactment of the Data Protection Act of 2021. To enhance […]
July 18, 2024

CIDRZ Supports Roll out of SmartCare Pro to 58 DFZ Health Facilities

The Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ), in partnership with the Defence Force of Zambia (DFZ), is currently holding a two-day high-level meeting to […]
July 17, 2024

MEN CHALLENGED TO TAKE THEIR HEALTH SERIOUS

A Consultant Urologist at the University Teaching Hospital has challenged men to take their health seriously by adopting health-seeking behaviour.Dr Micheal Silumbe said most men tend […]
July 15, 2024

CIDRZ SAVING LIVES THROUGH CETA

Martha Phiri (not her real name) is a vibrant and cheerful 18-year-old adolescent young woman living with HIV. Her enchanting smile and warm personality epitomise the […]
July 12, 2024

Programme science in action: lessons from an observational study of HIV prevention programming for key populations in Lusaka, Zambia

Optimising uptake of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for individuals at risk of HIV acquisition has been challenging despite clear scientific evidence and guidelines, particularly for key populations […]