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…Rt Rev Patrick Chisanga says some self-loving leaders have been plundering sugilite, manganese in Luapula yet are insulting the collective intelligence of the people in the region

By NATION REPORTER

A CATHOLIC priest has chastised Education Minister Douglas Syakalima for insultingly claiming that Luapula Province has economically and physically remained poor over the years because the people in the region are suffering from poverty of the mind.

Given the increasing trend toward legalizing marijuana in many states, there is growing concern that underage youth may find the drug easier to access. In fact, a recent study reported in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs suggests that in areas with local retail availability of legalized marijuana, high school students are more likely to use marijuana and alcohol together, as well as alcohol alone.

…over decision by government to offload ZNS cheaper mealie meal, complain the intervention is against the Competition Act,   fear it will cause distortions and discomfort on the market 

By BUUMBA CHIMBULU

MILLERS have raised concern at Government’s decision to offload cheaper mealie meal on the market through the Zambia National Service (ZNS), saying the move will create distortion and discomfort to the market.

The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted major shortcomings in the ability of the world to prevent, prepare for, and respond to pandemics. These shortcomings spanned multiple areas, including the surveillance of pathogens of pandemic potential, the effectiveness of International Health Regulations (IHR), and disparities in the supply of vaccines, diagnostics and therapeutics.

New research helps explain why young children have lower rates of severe COVID-19 than adults. A study of infants and young children found those who acquired SARS-CoV-2 had a strong, sustained antibody response to the virus and high levels of inflammatory proteins in the nose but not in the blood. This immune response contrasts with that typically seen in adults with SARS-CoV-2 infection. The research was published in the journal Cell.

Playgroups can be a lifeline for new parents. Run by volunteers, they give young children a space to explore and interact with others, and parents a chance to have a cup of tea and a chat.

Two simple solutions could help prevent severe bleeding (postpartum hemorrhage) after cesarean delivery, suggests research presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY 2023 annual meeting. As the leading cause of maternal mortality in the U.S. at the time of birth, postpartum hemorrhage is more common after cesarean deliveries than vaginal births.

…calls for patriotism from KCM employees, management, contractors and suppliers

By MILLENNIUM REPORTER

ADVOCATES for National Development and Democracy (ANDD), is optimistic that Vedanta Resources will turn Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) into a viable entity once it is in full control of the asset after the transition process. 

Vice President Mutale Nalumango has challenged Zambians to conserve water and avoid water duplication.

Patients who had common procedures performed outside of the operating room (OR) were more likely to go home instead of to a long-term care facility when they were discharged from the hospital if their sedation was administered or directed by an anesthesiologist, rather than by a physician who is not a trained anesthesiologist, according to a first-of-its-kind study presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY 2023 annual meeting.