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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

I'm now an abstract reviewer for the Africa CDC Conference of Public Health in Africa #CPHIA2026 🤓 Having read a few abstracts already and with the themes, it promises to be a very interesting conference!

"Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA 2026) Africa CDC Conference
Abstract reviewer approved"

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

I bet universities take plagiarism more seriously than sexual assault and rape😡 #RapeCulture

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

I strongly believe that the onus of birth control should not be squarely placed on women. That's why, this #WorldContraceptionDay, I am looking forward to widespread availability and adoption of new male contraceptives, currently under research! www.who.int/news/item/23...

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Unfortunately, it's always a good time to share The Rape Culture Pyramid, "a visual framework that shows how sexual violence is supported by everyday beliefs, behaviors, and systems." #RapeCulture #GBV #Femicide

The Rape Culture Pyramid is "a visual framework that shows how sexual violence is supported by everyday beliefs, behaviors, and systems."

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Female genital mutilation (FGM) is a form of gender-based violence and violates the health and rights of women and girls. Stop FGM in The Gambia now!! - Sign the Petition! c.org/j5mXSxdrmK

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Sign the Petition

Stop Female genital mutilation(FGM) in The Gambia now!!

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Free Cleft Lip and Palate Surgery Patient screening: Sunday 13th September 8am - 5pm Bring any relevant medical records with you to your child's assessment at Sally Mugabe Children's Hospital.

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Happy #WorldSexualHealthDay! I love how World Health Organization defines sexual health: a state of physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being in relation to sexuality, rather than just the absence of disease, dysfunction, or infirmity.

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Ipas @ipas.org · 03/09/2026

What a woman! Gloria Steinem understood that gender equality, economic well-being, and even global stability depend on reproductive freedom. She was an outspoken advocate, activist, intellect and feminist icon who inspired so many of us at Ipas, and around the globe. Rest in power, Gloria! ✊🏻✊🏼✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿

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WHO @who.int · 01/09/2026

Are you a researcher, organization or government or otherwise interested working towards women's, children's and adolescents' health? Here is a chance to shape future discussions and identify priorities beyond SDG 2030. Join this new initiative by WHO, UNICEF, UNFPA & PMNCH: bit.ly/4xhwkBU

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WHO @who.int · 28/08/2026

Words received online can have real, lasting impact on someone. They can affect mental health and well-being. Be respectful towards others. Pause and think before you comment or share.

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

#aPHrica Pulse is 1! 🎉 We have: 🖊 Written about various health topics 🌍 Reached audiences in 50 countries 📈 Built a growing community of guest contributors and volunteers 🗣️ Share your feedback forms.gle/XkT4fR5asa2U... 📖 Revisit our articles aphrica-pulse.squarespace.com/thepulse

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UNAIDS Global @unaids.org · 29/07/2026

Due to low testing among children, only 55% of all children living with HIV are receiving lifesaving treatment. This is far below the treatment coverage among adults living with HIV (79%). This is unacceptable. We must close the gap so that no child is left behind. unaids.org/en/resources...

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

I really enjoyed this episode. This is a side of alopecia that I haven't come across, the personal and very emotional impact of it. A must see for all and hopefully something that inspires people living with it. https:// youtu.be/S0zcrAy48OM?si =kxFmQ1-y93NSEbr1 …

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'Balding in my early twenties' | The Conversation | Focus on Africa

YouTube video by BBC News Africa

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Admirable Women @admirablewomen.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Chemist Alice Ball was born #OTD in 1892. The first Black woman to earn a Master's in Chemistry, she developed the Ball Method & it became the standard treatment for leprosy worldwide for >2 decades. BUT, just a year after her discovery, others took credit for her work. #WomenInSTEM (1/3) 🧵

A black-and-white vintage graduation portrait of Alice Ball, a young Black woman with short, curly dark hair. She wears a traditional black academic cap with tassel and a dark gown over a high-collared white blouse, with a light-colored hood draped around her shoulders. She gazes directly at the camera with a calm, confident, and composed expression against a plain studio backdrop.

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Unitaid @unitaid.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Innovation creates possibility. Preparation creates access. We're investing now to help African manufacturers prepare for the potential future production of investigational once-monthly HIV prevention pill alimatravir (MK-8527), pending successful trials and regulatory approval.

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

I'm so proud of my work on HIV self-testing in Zimbabwe, from assessing its acceptability and feasibility, to piloting and evaluating facility- and community-based distribution models as part of the HIV Self-Testing Africa (STAR) Initiative❣️

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WHO @who.int · 21/07/2026

It takes a community to support a young person's #MentalHealth. Parents, caregivers, teachers and health workers all have a role to play. But they must be supported in their roles by effective and accessible mental health services for children and young people.

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

The Zimbabwe Society of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists' Women's Health Symposium is on "Breaking the Silence on Fibroids". See flyer for details! #FibroidAwarenessMonth

The Zimbabwe Society of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists' Women's Health Symposium is hosting "Breaking the Silence on Fibroids", a powerful day of learning, healing, and conversation.

WOMEN’S HEALTH SYMPOSIUM 2026
Theme: Breaking The Silence On Fibroids
_Empowering Women Through Awareness, Education & Care_

The Zimbabwe Society of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (Z.S.O.G) in partnership with Pedigree Consultancy invites you to a powerful day of learning, healing, and conversation.

Fibroids affect 1 in 3 women, yet the conversation is still too quiet. This year, we’re breaking the silence.

Date: 25 July 2026
Time: 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Venue: The Mustard Seed Restaurant
Dress Code: All White
Fee: $30 USD

MEET OUR EXPERT SPEAKERS:
- Dr F. Hove
- Dr Mapanga
- Dr M. Mvere
- Dr Majangara
- Dr C. Gwanzura

SPECIAL FEATURES:
- Expert Medical Talks
- Public Engagement Discussions
- Q&A with Gynaecologists
- A safe space to ask, learn, and be heard

HOW TO REGISTER:
Scan the QR code or contact us on 0712482621/0783825836

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Familicide needs more attention... Some 47,000 women and girls worldwide were killed by their infimate partners or other family members in 2020. Justice for Zandile, Natalie and Nala Tshuma💔💔💔

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

I'm learning so much about Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome through talking with people living with it - just what my my next #aPHricaPulse story is about. Until then, you can check out our available stories here. #PMOS #SRHR aphrica-pulse.squarespace.com/thepulse

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UNAIDS Global @unaids.org · 22/06/2026

No one should be denied life-saving HIV treatment. But millions of people are still being left behind. That must change. #HLM2026AIDS #UnitedToEndAIDS

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Ipas @ipas.org · 19/06/2026

Happy Juneteenth! Today - and every day - we remember that reproductive justice and racial justice are intertwined and indivisible. Ipas is working to ensure that ALL people have bodily autonomy and can access the essential health care they need.

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Vaccines save lives! We need universal coverage of the HPV vaccine. Rates of cervical cancer incidence and deaths are highest in Africa, Central America and SE Asia.

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

What's happening in Belfast is heartbreaking❣️ Please give to and share this fundraiser helping nurses whose homes have been burned in the riots t.co/nH7QAHkxuR

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Rep. Dr. Jasmine Clark @jasmineclarkforga.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

When I head to Washington, I will be the first woman in Congress with a science PhD. That matters. At a time when science is under attack, Congress needs more leaders who understand the value of evidence-based decision-making.

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

"... And that I am more resilient than I think.." Amazing courage and powerful poem❣️ #AbortionIsHealthcare

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Black girls and women are at high risk of HIV. I love that this lady sought to protect herself with HIV #PrEP, which is highly effective. I dream of an Africa with universal sexual and reproductive health care! #UequalsU #AfricaDay #UHC #SRHR

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UNAIDS Global @unaids.org · 17/05/2026

This #IDAHOBIT, we celebrate the courage and resilience of LGBTQI+ communities. United to end AIDS.

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IAS - the International AIDS Society @iasociety.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

🌈 On #IDAHOBIT, explore #IASPlus resources focused on stigma, discrimination, homophobia, biphobia, transphobia & barriers affecting LGBTQIA+ communities in the #HIV response. Explore the collection & join us in standing against stigma & discrimination: zurl.co/W1hep

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Much love to LGBTQ+ people around the world, especially those in countries that adopt and impose harsh and discriminatory laws, threatening the health and safety of their citizens❣️ #IDAHOBIT #LoveIsLove #SDG3

International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia and Transphobia

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Please check on your loved ones. If you think of them, just call or text. If I knew Tuesday was the last time I'd speak to my dear friend... I texted her on Friday not knowing she had already taken her life. 💚💚💚 #MentalHealth #Depression #RUOK

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Insecurity is one of Nigeria's most urgent public health emergencies. In our first aPHrica Pulse guest feature, Dr Chidinma Ndubuisi looks at how insecurity has degraded the public health system in Nigeria. #aPHricaPulse #Insecurity #Nigeria aphrica-pulse.squarespace.com/thepulse/nig...

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UNFPA @unfpa.org · 31/03/2026

The war is taking its toll at El-Obeid Hospital in western #Sudan. Despite limited supplies and frequent power outages, staff work tirelessly to help pregnant women and newborns. Sadly, not all survive. Women and girls need peace and life-saving aid. Share to #KeepEyesOnSudan.

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

"If you are the smartest person in the room, you are in the wrong room": A short story Folks, I was in the right room🙃

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

I knew women and girls are not safe in the home but until the trial of Dominique Pelicot and the men who raped his wife, I had no idea of this level of depravity. Something tells me we are going to see more of this😣

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

I'm not a fan of abstinence programs and not a fan of the abstainers now‼️

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

This is beyond abhorrent‼️ I'm glad that arrests are being made. There also needs to be an overhaul of such 'culture' and 'traditions'‼️

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Women's Health Screening and Education Saturday 21 March 8am - 12pm Women Health Kamfinsa 183 Arcturus Road Kamfinsa, Harare For queries and information contact: +263 787 602 900 drgmtc@gmail.com #WomensHealth #CervicalCancer #BreastCancer

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Women's Health Screening and Education Saturday 14th March 8am - 12pm Women Health Kamfinsa 183 Arcturus Road Kamfinsa, Harare For queries and information contact: +263 787 602 900 drgmtc@gmail.com #WomensHealth #CervicalCancer #BreastCancer

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Mary K Tumushime (She, Her) @mtumushime.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

I'm holding space this International Women's Day for women affected by conflict, migrant women, incarcerated women, sex workers, lesbian and trans women, women experiencing domestic violence and more, who are at risk of sexual violence and SRH issues💔

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