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Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ) Focus Areas: Health Systems, HIV/TB, Child & AGYW/ABYM, Enteric, Women's Health, RMNCH, COVID and more!
Zambia
Joined September 2013
Our CEO Dr. Izukanji Sikazwe, (@SikazweZuzu) invites you to join us as we celebrate the heroes that have engaged with our communities to bring health services and research to our communities. Like and follow us on our social media pages. #CIDRZ20 #CIDRZ
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Poor patient-provider interactions lead to low HIV treatment retention. CIDRZ conducted the PCPH Trial across 24 Lusaka health facilities to tackle this, focusing on enhancing patient experiences for better care outcomes. Read More:
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Over one million children & adolescents get TB yearly, yet many go undetected. CIDRZ conducted a study in Lusaka to improve diagnosis by training health workers, raising awareness, fast-tracking services and strengthening contact tracing. Read more:
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As part of its commitment to a healthy Zambia, the CIDRZ Central Laboratory, in partnership with Prudential Insurance, is providing #prostatecancer and #CervicalCancer awareness and screening at NAPSA offices nationwide. Schedule your cancer screening test: labqa@cidrz.org
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#ChronicKidneyDisease (CKD) is a rising public health challenge in Zambia. A CIDRZ study highlights the need to raise awareness, train healthcare workers, and improve screening and treatment to fight CKD. Read more: @mohzambia
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CIDRZ and the University of Bern are teaming up to fight #RheumaticHeartDisease (RHD) in Lusaka! A study targeting children aged 5–16 in 12 schools will assess the effectiveness of a school-based programme in preventing RHD in high-prevalence areas.
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The Lusaka division champions are back! CIDRZ is ready to dominate season two of the Corporate Soccer League! With 24 teams battling it out, expect nothing but epic action from the defending champions. The league kicks off on March 15th, 2025, with team draws set for March 7.
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Misconceptions and myths are a major barrier to #TB treatment. CIDRZ's @USAIDZambia TBLON project and the @mohzambia are working with communities in Chikankata to dispel myths and empower people to seek care. #EndTB
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CIDRZ's @USAID TBLON project, working with @mohzambia, hosted a focus group discussion at Chikankata Mission Hospital, bringing together community leaders and health workers to assess initiatives, identify challenges and foster community involvement in the fight against #TB.
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Diagnosing #TB in children just got easier! #CIDRZ's @USAIDZambia TBLON project, is supporting @mohzambia in rolling out stool sample testing across 350 diagnostic facilities to detect #TB in children. This innovative method has already saved lives, like young Peter.
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"This is not just a health issue but a community concern. Early detection and treatment are key," says Chieftainess Mwenda of the Basanje Tonga-speaking people as she leads the charge against #TB sensitisation in Southern province. @mohzambia
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TB is preventable and curable, yet it still impacts millions of children. Thanks to @USAIDZambia's #TBLON project and dedicated CBVs, Edith, 4, from Chikankata, received life-saving care. Early detection saved her and her family, stressing the crucial role of CBVs in #EndingTB.
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Key stakeholders in Zambia's lab sector have adopted nine "Siavonga Resolutions" at a recent meeting. These resolutions aim to strengthen the lab system through digitalization, improved funding, workforce development, and a dedicated legal framework. @CDCinZambia @cidrzinfo @moh
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