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This study investigates the effectiveness of third-party logistics (3PL) in enhancing last-mile delivery of essential medicines within Zambia’s public health supply chain. Using a structured questionnaire, data were collected from 109 respondents across ZAMMSA, 3PL providers, and high-volume...

Background: Human Immune Virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) situation in Zambia remains a challenge. Pevalence of HIV among adults 15-59 years is 12.3 percent. Due to this high burden of disease, the Government of Zambia, through support from CDC, introduced SmartCare, an...

This study was aimed at exploring and understanding the lived experiences of the teachers and learners of physical education in the learning and teaching. In order to understand the experiences, the study made use of a qualitative inquiry grounded on interpretive phenomenological design....

The Electronic Health Record (EHR) system has had the potential to revolutionize medical documentation and patient management. With a focus on improving the patient quality of care and decision-making, the Ministry of Health (MOH) is spearheading the use of Information Communication Technology...

Mass Drug Administration (MDA) is the most effective way of interrupting disease transmission in trachoma endemic countries including Zambia. Active community participation is necessary coverage goals and global trachoma elimination targets are to be met. This study was a retrospective assessment...

The number of people living with HIV and AIDS has continued to rise globally despite the significant effort and resources invested in prevention programmes worldwide. Epidemiologically, majority of new HIV infections in Asia occur in individuals who are at high risk. This is so in many other...

The number of road traffic accidents (RTAs) have been on the increase in Zambia due to various factors. Pedestrians in residential areas in Lusaka at high risk of RTAs include University of Zambia (UNZA), Misisi-John Laing and Mandevu due to their proximity to busy highways. The Road Transport...

Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) is recognised to make an important contribution in improving infant health and survival and is further associated with decreased risks of HIV transmission compared to mixed-feeding (breast milk in addition to other liquids or solids). Despite this knowledge EBF...

This study aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of communication strategies used by the Department of Public Health to promote community participation in safe drinking water. The study used a descriptive-exploratory research design guided by three objectives, which were to assess (1) The...

The AIDS epidemic has affected the lives of more than 40 million people in Afhca since the mid-1980s. Zambia is not an exception of this epidemic. This has lead to significant losses of family income and has created so much strain. It has been caused by prohibitive medical and funeral costs. The...