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Topic : Cancer

Stop smoking to minimise likelihood of lung cancer

The treatment can include surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy, immunotherapy and up to palliative care in advanced stages.

By Cimas Nov. 29, 2024

Stop smoking to minimise likelihood of lung cancer

Pinktober: Merging mental health and breast cancer awareness through creative expression

October brings together two significant advocacy movements: Mental Health Awareness and Breast Cancer Awareness, often symbolised by Pinktober.

By Raymond Millagre Langa Oct. 20, 2024

Pinktober: Merging mental health and breast cancer awareness through creative expression

Breaking the silence: Empowering women in fight against breast cancer, mental health stigma

Empowering women with knowledge about HPV, promoting healthy dietary choices, and emphasising the importance of early detection can significantly impact the fight against breast cancer.

By Raymond Tendai Rusinga Oct. 16, 2024

Breaking the silence: Empowering women in fight against breast cancer, mental health stigma

Cancer overshoot deepens hunt for traditional herbs

This is a huge contrast from medical fees required in public and private hospitals.

By Julia Ndlela Oct. 11, 2024

Cancer overshoot deepens hunt for traditional herbs

Cervical cancer: Zim’s latest silent killer

The medical facilities across the country were overwhelmed and failing to contain the influx of COVID-19 patients, relatives say.

By Vanessa Gonye Jun. 8, 2024

Cervical cancer: Zim’s latest silent killer

HealthTalk: Tuberculosis: Can be fatal if not treated

Tuberculosis, commonly known as TB, is one of the top 10 causes of death worldwide.

By Johannes Marisa May. 26, 2024

HealthTalk: Tuberculosis: Can be fatal if not treated

Cancer patient seeks assistance

Bharbra Matarutse (44) who is being looked after by her six-year-old daughter told NewsDay that she needs in excess of US$300 for urgent medical attention.

By Staff Reporter Apr. 30, 2024