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76.5% of Tanzanians Affected by Dental Issues

Latest Tanzania health news · 76.5% of Tanzanians Affected by Dental Issues explained · 2025 updates · updated Aug 17, 2026 · health news · hospitals · public health

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  • 76.5% of Tanzanians aged 15 and above have experienced dental issues according to 2025 Ministry of Health statistics.
  • 31.1% of children in Tanzania are affected by childhood tooth decay.
  • Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS) has established a specialized dental health center for children.
  • The new dental services aim to address the high prevalence of dental problems among the population.
  • The initiative is part of efforts to improve oral health care in Tanzania.

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Takwimu za Wizara ya Afya za mwaka 2025 zinaonesha asilimia 76.5 ya Watanzania wenye umri wa miaka 15 na zaidi wamewahi kuathiriwa na kuoza kwa meno, huku asilimia 31.1 ya watoto wakiwa na tatizo la kuoza meno ya utotoni.

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