Mansa General Hospital

12/10/2025

"Emotional pain is not something that should be hidden away and never spoken about. There is truth in your pain, there is growth in your pain, but only if it’s first brought out into the open.” — Steven Aitchison
Happy Sunday ♥️

On The Sunday Conversation on 12/10/2025 at 07:00, hosts Dr. Kabwebwe Chongo Charles to talk about Mental Health Issues as Zambia joined the rest of the world on Friday (10/10/25) to commemorate World Mental Health Day... It's a conversation not to miss...

09/10/2025

Good afternoon 🌞 people of Luapula and beyond

We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Mambepa, Dr. Kabanda, and Dr. Silwimba for their enlightening radio program on One Love Radio about breast cancer.
Breast cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the breast tissue, affecting both men and women, though it's much more common in women.
Early detection is key, and regular self-exams, clinical exams, images (ultrasound and mammogram), histology or cytology can help identify the disease in its early stages.

The doctors discussed risk factors, including:
- Family history of breast cancer
- Genetic mutations (BRCA1 and BRCA2)
- Age (risk increases with age)
- Radiation exposure
- Obesity
- Hormone replacement therapy
- Early menstruation or late menopause
- Not having children or having first child late or prolonged child spacing or reduced breastfeeding periods.
- smoking
- alcohol intake

They also covered symptoms such as:
- A new lump or mass in the breast
- Changes in breast size or shape
- Ni**le discharge or retraction
- Skin changes, such as dimpling or puckering
- Redness or scaling of the skin

The doctors further discussed diagnosis and treatment options, raising awareness about this critical health issue. Their expertise and dedication to health education are truly commendable.

Remember to visit a nearby registered health facility if you are or know someone experiencing the above symptoms.
Early detection means better outcome.

Remember to join us every Thursday at 14:00 on one love radio for more health related programs.

03/10/2025

ROAD SAFETY ALERT!

As healthcare workers, we've seen the devastating impact of road traffic accidents on individuals and families. 🚑 Unfortunately, our hospital has been receiving an increasing number of accident victims, many of whom could have been prevented if traffic rules were observed.

We urge all road users to:

1. Follow speed limits
2. Wear seatbelts OR helmets
3. Avoid distractions while driving OR biking
4. Respect other road users
5. Don't drive or ride under the influence of alcohol or other substances
6. Avoid overloading
7. Ensure your vehicle , motorbike or bicycle are roadworthy.

Let's take responsibility for our actions on the road and prioritize the safety of ourselves and others.
Share this message with your loved ones and let's work towards reducing road traffic accidents in our community! 🚗💬

YOUR SAFETY IS OUR PRIORITY

01/10/2025

Good afternoon, Luapula and beyond! 🌞
We'd like to extend our gratitude to Dr. Musunka, Brother Kayoba, and ML Banda for their insightful discussion on K-FM radio about neonatal intensive care unit services.

RECAP

A Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a specialized hospital department that provides intensive care to newborns who are premature, critically ill, or have medical conditions requiring close monitoring and advanced treatment. The NICU is equipped with specialized equipment and staffed by a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

Newborns may be admitted to the NICU for various reasons, including:

1. Premature birth
2. Low birth weight
3. Respiratory distress or breathing difficulties
4. Congenital anomalies or birth defects
5. Infections or sepsis
6. Neurological conditions, such as seizures or hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy
7. Cardiac conditions, such as congenital heart defects
8. Jaundice ( yellowing of eyes and skin)

With advances in medical technology and dedicated members and staff and caregivers , many newborns who require NICU admission can survive and thrive.
If your newborn requires NICU admission, it's essential to remember that:

1. The NICU team is dedicated to providing the best possible care for your baby.
2. Many newborns who require NICU care go on to lead healthy, normal lives.
3. Stay involved in your baby's care, and ask questions if you have concerns.
4. Take care of yourself, too, during this challenging time.

Thank you to everyone who tuned in and participated through calls and SMSs – your input is invaluable! Join us every Wednesday at 11:00 on K-FM for more informative health programs.

18/09/2025

Sincere gratitude to our esteemed doctors, Dr. Mumba Samuel and Dr. Milambo Milambo, for sharing their expertise on Acute Diarrhea Disease on One Love Radio today! 🙏💡 Your dedication to educating the community on important health topics is truly appreciated. Thank you for your tireless efforts in promoting health awareness! 👨‍⚕️👩‍⚕️

We'd also like to extend our gratitude to all those who tuned in to listen! 🙏 We're glad you joined us, and we hope you found the information helpful.

Mark your calendars for next week, same time, same station! 📻 We'll have another exciting topic and expert panelists. Don't miss out!
Recap:
Acute diarrhea disease is characterized by passing three or more watery stool in a day or passing one voluminous loose stool.
This diarrhea last less than 14 days.

Risk population:
1. Under 5 children
2. Immune compromised eg HIV, DM and malnutrition
3. Elderly

Signs and symptoms:
1. Abdominal pain
2. Diarrhea
3. Loss of appetite
4. Dehydration
5. Irritable
6. +/- body hotness

Causes:
1. Infectious eg bacterial, viral and parasite
2. Non infectious: food poisoning, food intolerances, certain drugs, mixed feeding.

Complications :
1. Dehydration/shock
2. Hypoglycemia
3. Acute kidney injury

Treatment :
1. Rehydration
2. Antibiotics if indicated
3. Analgesic if indicated

Prevention:
1. Vaccination
2. Food and water hygiene
3. Treated water- boiled or chlorinated
4. Avoid mixed feeding babies below the age of 6
5. Waste management

18/09/2025

Attention all!

Join us today at 14:00 on One Love Radio Station for a special discussion on Acute Diarrhea Disease!

Our panelists, Dr. Milambo Milambo and Dr. Mumba Samuel, will share valuable insights and expert advice on this important health topic.

Tune in to learn more !!

15/09/2025

Boost Your Confidence with Teeth Whitening at Mansa General Hospital

Get a brighter, more radiant smile! Mansa General Hospital's High Cost Ward offers teeth whitening services, polishing, scaling and many more .
Visit us today and discover the secret to a confident smile.
🙂Enhance your smile, boost your confidence

Don't miss out! Book your appointment today and start smiling brighter. 😊👍

13/09/2025

Is your child born with clubfoot (twisted foot)? Don’t worry—it can be corrected!

🦶 Free Clubfoot Screening & Treatment at Mansa General Hospital. We also provide:

✅ Ponseti method (casting & bracing)
✅ Expert physiotherapy & follow-up care

✔️ Clubfoot is treatable when detected and managed early.
✔️ With proper care, your child can walk, run, and live a normal life.

📅 Screening: Every Wednesday
⏰ Time: 08:00hrs

👣 Let’s give every child a chance to walk with confidence.

12/09/2025

Let’s keep moving, eat fresh, laugh often, and stay connected with family and friends. Every small step we take today keeps us strong and full of life tomorrow.

11/09/2025

Last Day of Aerobics at Mansa General Hospital..

Tomorrow's the final day! Join us at the Mansa General Carpark for our concluding aerobics session as part of Physiotherapy Awareness Week.

•⁠ ⁠Location: Mansa General Carpark
•⁠ ⁠Time: 16:00-17:00

Come and be part of this fitness event! Let's work together towards a healthier and fitter Mansa community. See you there! 🙂

10/09/2025

Good afternoon people of Luapula and beyond 🌞

Protect Yourself with CAB-LA 💉

CAB-LA, a game-changing HIV prevention injection, is now available in Mansa District! 💡

Eligibility Criteria:

- HIV-negative individuals at high risk including pregnant and / or breastfeeding women
- 16 years or older (as per Ministry of Health guidelines)
- Must test HIV negative before starting

What You Need to Know:

- Regular HIV testing
- Clinic visits every 2 months (after initial 2 injections)
- Safer s*x counseling
- It doesn't protect against other STIs and pregnancy

HOW IS IT GIVEN First injection: Day 0 Second injection: 1 month later Then : every 2 months

Benefits:

- Discreet and convenient
- No daily medication
- Highly effective when used correctly

Take Control!

Visit Mansa General Hospital or Senama First Level Hospital and ask about CAB-LA today!

09/09/2025

Good evening people of Luapula and beyond!

We were honored to have the District Administrative Officer from the Office of the District Commissioner, Mrs. Nyirenda join us for an aerobics session! This event is part of our efforts to promote physiotherapy awareness and encourage fitness in the Mansa community.

Key Highlights:

1.⁠ ⁠Promoting physiotherapy awareness
2.⁠ ⁠Encouraging community fitness
3.⁠ ⁠Building partnerships with local leaders

Events like these help foster a sense of community and promote healthy living. We're grateful for the support of local leaders and look forward to continuing our efforts to improve health and wellness in Mansa…
Come and join us tomorrow and will have our Medical Superintendent Dr. Chipili to lead the team in aerobics ☺️