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Morocco Boosts Medical Training with 88% Increase in Student Capacity for 2024

Morocco's healthcare system is undergoing significant expansion, with medical faculties set to increase their student capacity by 88% in 2024. The move is part of a broader strategy to strengthen healthcare services and meet the growing demand for skilled medical professionals. The Minister of Health......

Gaza Hospitals Face Critical Safety Crisis, UN Human Rights Commissioner Warns

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk warned Tuesday that hospitals in the Gaza Strip, meant to serve as sanctuaries, have instead become hazardous environments for Palestinians seeking medical care. Speaking amid ongoing regional tensions, Turk emphasized the critical importance of protecting......

WHO Presses China for COVID-19 Origin Data on Fifth Anniversary

The World Health Organization (WHO) has renewed calls for China to share crucial data about COVID-19's origins, five years after the virus first emerged in Wuhan. WHO emphasized this as both "a moral and scientific imperative," highlighting ongoing concerns about pandemic preparedness. China's......

Every Cigarette Costs 20 Minutes of Life: Groundbreaking UCL Study Reveals Hidden Toll of Smoking

A recent study from University College London (UCL) has unveiled striking findings about the immediate impact of smoking on life expectancy. According to researchers, each cigarette consumed reduces a person's lifespan by approximately 20 minutes, with women losing slightly more time (22 minutes)......

Belgium Bans Disposable Vapes Starting January 2025

Belgium is set to become a trailblazer among European Union countries by banning the sale of disposable e-cigarettes starting January 1, 2025. The decision, driven by health and environmental concerns, marks a significant step toward stricter tobacco regulations in the region. Belgian Health Minister......

Israeli Forces Strike Last Major Hospital in Northern Gaza, WHO Reports Facility "Out of Service"

The World Health Organization (WHO) has condemned an Israeli military operation at Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza that has effectively shuttered the region's last remaining major healthcare facility. The Friday raid has left dozens of medical staff and critically ill patients trapped inside......

Humanitarian Crisis Escalates at South Sudan Border Amid Intensifying Conflict in Sudan

The humanitarian situation at the border between Sudan and South Sudan is deteriorating rapidly as thousands of refugees flee violence in northern Sudan. According to the non-governmental organization Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), over 5,000 people have crossed the border daily throughout......

Nationwide Healthcare Disruption Looms as Moroccan Public Sector Doctors Launch Extended Strike

Public sector doctors across Morocco are initiating a comprehensive three-week protest campaign to address unresolved labor concerns, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing healthcare dispute. The Independent Union of Public Sector Doctors has announced a national strike scheduled for December......

Ophthalmologists Call for Urgent Action Against Illegal Cataract Surgery Campaigns in Morocco

Ophthalmologists in Morocco are sounding alarms over the rise of unauthorized cataract surgery campaigns, which they claim are endangering patient health and putting a strain on the country's insurance system. In a recent statement, the Moroccan ophthalmology association condemned these campaigns,......

Moroccan Researcher Pioneers AI-Powered Surgical Risk Assessment Tool

In a significant advancement for surgical medicine, Moroccan researcher Sara Ben Hmido has developed and pilot tested an innovative artificial intelligence model designed to predict complications during colorectal surgery. The groundbreaking trial, conducted at Amsterdam UMC in October, marks a notable......

Unprecedented Surge: Africa Faces Critical Mpox Outbreak with 69,000 Cases in 2024

The African continent is experiencing a severe public health challenge as Mpox cases reach alarming levels in 2024, with the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) reporting over 69,000 cases and 1,260 fatalities. In a recent online briefing, Africa CDC's Chief of Staff and......

Cannabidiol Made in Morocco A New Era in Cannabis-Based Medicines

Morocco, a land rich in history and ancestral know-how, is making a significant stride in the global pharmaceutical landscape by tapping into the promising market of cannabis-based medicines. A Moroccan laboratory has recently garnered attention for launching the first-ever 100% locally produced cannabidiol......

Mauritanian First Lady Undergoes Successful Surgery in Rabat

The First Lady of Mauritania, Mariem Bint Dah, wife of President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, recently underwent a successful surgical procedure at a military hospital in Rabat, Morocco. Following this experience, she conveyed heartfelt gratitude to the Mauritanian people for their solidarity and......