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Zimbabwe to expand cancer treatment facilities with new machines
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The Zimbabwean government has unveiled plans to bolster its cancer treatment infrastructure by acquiring new equipment and expanding services to additional cities, according to Minister of Health and Child Care, Dr. Douglas Mombeshora.
Speaking on the state of cancer care in Zimbabwe, Dr. Mombeshora confirmed the operational status of the country's two existing treatment centers at Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals in Harare and Mpilo Central Hospital in Bulawayo.
"The one at Parirenyatwa is fully operational at the moment, while the one at Mpilo is now operational, although the CT scan is not yet functional as we require funding for spares," Dr. Mombeshora said.
The government intends to use revenue from the sugar tax to finance these upgrades. Specialists, including radio-oncologists, have been consulted to determine priority equipment needs.
"Our plan is to add more machines at Parirenyatwa and Mpilo hospitals, while also opening new cancer treatment centers in Chinhoyi, Gweru, Masvingo, and Mutare," Dr. Mombeshora said.
The additional machines and new centers aim to decentralize cancer care, making it more accessible to patients across the country.
While Parirenyatwa's cancer center is running smoothly, Mpilo's CT scan remains non-operational, highlighting the urgent need for funding to repair and maintain critical equipment.
Cancer is a growing public health concern in Zimbabwe, with limited facilities and long waiting times often compounding the burden on patients. Expanding services and modernizing equipment are key steps toward addressing these challenges.
The government's focus on leveraging sugar tax revenues for healthcare underscores its commitment to improving cancer care in the country. If successfully implemented, the plans will mark a significant stride in enhancing treatment availability and reducing the burden on existing centers.
Dr. Mombeshora reaffirmed the government's dedication to ensuring equitable healthcare services, stating that these developments align with national health priorities and the broader goal of improving citizens' quality of life.
Speaking on the state of cancer care in Zimbabwe, Dr. Mombeshora confirmed the operational status of the country's two existing treatment centers at Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals in Harare and Mpilo Central Hospital in Bulawayo.
"The one at Parirenyatwa is fully operational at the moment, while the one at Mpilo is now operational, although the CT scan is not yet functional as we require funding for spares," Dr. Mombeshora said.
The government intends to use revenue from the sugar tax to finance these upgrades. Specialists, including radio-oncologists, have been consulted to determine priority equipment needs.
"Our plan is to add more machines at Parirenyatwa and Mpilo hospitals, while also opening new cancer treatment centers in Chinhoyi, Gweru, Masvingo, and Mutare," Dr. Mombeshora said.
While Parirenyatwa's cancer center is running smoothly, Mpilo's CT scan remains non-operational, highlighting the urgent need for funding to repair and maintain critical equipment.
Cancer is a growing public health concern in Zimbabwe, with limited facilities and long waiting times often compounding the burden on patients. Expanding services and modernizing equipment are key steps toward addressing these challenges.
The government's focus on leveraging sugar tax revenues for healthcare underscores its commitment to improving cancer care in the country. If successfully implemented, the plans will mark a significant stride in enhancing treatment availability and reducing the burden on existing centers.
Dr. Mombeshora reaffirmed the government's dedication to ensuring equitable healthcare services, stating that these developments align with national health priorities and the broader goal of improving citizens' quality of life.
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