MINISTRY of Health Permanent Secretary for Technical Services Dr Kennedy Lishimpi says the country is facing new and re-emerging pathogens due to climate change. And Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ) Chief Executive Officer Dr Izukanji Sikazwe says not all fevers which people are contracting are related to Malaria. Speaking during the launch of National Multi-Pathogen Diagnostic Program (NMPDP), Wednesday, Dr Lishimpi said there was a change in pathogens in the country which had resulted in citizens contracting more aggressive diseases. “Today is a momentous occasion indeed, one which represents the aspirations of the Ministry of Health and the government of the Republic of Zambia in creating efficient systems that provide quality health services. In this case, we...

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