Zambia: Kitwe Medical Experts Conduct 175 Eye Surgeries -Kasama

Author: lusakatimes.comPublished on: September 5, 2026Country: Zambia

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Zambia: Kitwe Medical Experts Conduct 175 Eye Surgeries -Kasama

Medical experts from Kitwe recently conducted 175 eye surgeries in Kasama. These procedures aim to improve the visual health of patients in the region. The initiative is part of a broader effort to provide accessible and quality healthcare to Zambians.

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