Epidemiological Geography of City Regions: An Exploratory Text on Harare Metropolitan Area, Zimbabwe

Effective health services are key in addressing the challenges of rapid urbanisation. Key strategies include integrating health into urban planning by embracing future population growth and addressing existing disparities. Zoning regulations that consider health impacts and support the establishment of healthcare facilities in high-density areas can help mitigate the negative impacts of urbanisation on health. This includes green spaces, improved public transportation, and infrastructure that supports healthy lifestyles. as well, strengthening governance structures and ensuring effective policy implementation are critical. Actions include improving transparency and accountability in health governance can help address issues such as corruption and mismanagement. Policymakers should be supported in developing and implementing evidence-based policies that address health challenges. This includes providing training, resources, and technical support to ensure that policies are effective and responsive to local needs. This monograph suggests several recommendations some of which are highlighted in this section. Specifically, policymakers should focus on developing comprehensive urban health policies that address the specific needs of Harare Metropolitan Region. These policies should prioritise investments in healthcare infrastructure, including the expansion and upgrading of facilities. investments in health infrastructure, including the construction of new healthcare facilities in underserved areas to meet the growing demand for services is primal. The upgrading and modernisation of existing healthcare facilities to improve service delivery and patient care and ensure that healthcare facilities are equipped with the necessary resources and staff to provide quality care. This was reduction of epidemiological challenges with the intent to complete eradication are noblest aims.