Zambia

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Zambia

Zambia (/ˈzæmbiə, ˈzɑːm-/), officially known as the Republic of Zambia, is a landlocked country in Southern-Central Africa. Its neighbors are the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the north, Tanzania to the north-east, Malawi to the east, Mozambique to the southeast, Zimbabwe and Botswana to the south, Namibia to the southwest, and Angola to the west.

Etymology

The territory of what is now Zambia was known as Northern Rhodesia from 1911. It was renamed Zambia at independence in 1964. The new name of Zambia was derived from the Zambezi river (Zambezi may mean "River of God").

Health in Zambia

Healthcare in Zambia is a critical issue. The Ministry of Health (MOH) provides information about the health services available in the country. The public health issues facing Zambia today include HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis.

HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS is a major public health concern and cause of death in many parts of Africa. Zambia has one of the highest prevalence rates in the world, with 11.3% of the adult population affected.

Malaria

Malaria is endemic in Zambia. The disease is a major health problem in the country, causing significant morbidity and mortality.

Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis (TB) is also a significant health problem in Zambia. The country has a high TB prevalence rate.

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