By KALOBWE BWALYATHE country has continued to see a worrisome increase in covid19 numbers and positivity rate as well as a rise among patients requiring hospitalisation and oxygen therapyMinistry of Health permanent Secretary for Technical Service Kennedy Malama is however concerned of the number of those being brought to the healthcare facilities in critical condition. Dr Malama said the country has begun to see people delaying to come to health facilities despite being symptomatic including with difficulties in breathing.He urged the people to seek medical attention early for better patient care outcomes. “For weeks now we have been highlighting worrying signals of an increase in case numbers with the coming of the cold season amidst laxity in adherence to public health guidelines,” said Dr Malama.He also called upon all political parties to put the health and well-being of the people at the center of their activities.He added that the country, has now begun seeing a marked increase […]
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