In a significant development, the Moroccan Ministry of Health has announced a strategic shift in its approach to healthcare insurance management. This bold initiative aims to revolutionize the country's healthcare system by transferring the responsibility of managing health insurance to a specialized......

In a remarkable feat amidst the ongoing challenges in Gaza, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) has achieved an impressive 90% coverage in its polio vaccination campaign. This achievement serves as a glimmer of hope and a testament to the resilience......

Moroccan authorities have intensified preventive measures across all entry points land, sea, and air to mitigate the spread of mpox, previously known as monkeypox. This decision comes on the heels of the confirmation of the first mpox case in Marrakech, marking a significant moment in the country’s......

In a significant public health achievement, more than 520,000 children in Gaza have received vaccinations against polio, marking a crucial step in the region's efforts to combat this preventable disease. The vaccination campaign, which is part of a broader initiative to enhance child health, underscores......

In a remarkable advancement in medical technology, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center (KFSHRC) in Riyadh has successfully conducted the world’s first fully robotic heart transplant. This pioneering operation, which lasted two and a half hours, was performed on a 16-year-old patient......

In a significant development, Morocco's Ministry of Health and Social Protection has confirmed the detection of the country's first case of Mpox, commonly known as monkeypox. The patient is currently receiving specialized care at a medical facility in Marrakech, where their condition is reported......

On September 3 and 4, 2024, a high-level delegation from Senegal's Military Health Directorate visited Casablanca for pivotal discussions on enhancing medical education. Led by Colonel Abdou Razak Ndiaye, the delegation engaged with General Mohamed El Abbar, Inspector of the Moroccan Military Health......

In a surprising turn of events, the Quebec government has decided to halt its controversial initiative to recruit nurses from Morocco, a move that was initially planned for October 2024. This decision comes amid growing concerns and criticism from various quarters, particularly regarding the potential......

In a crucial move to combat the mpox outbreak, Congo will commence a vaccination campaign on October 2, targeting the provinces hardest hit by the virus. Authorities have prioritized Equateur, South Kivu, and Sankuru for the initial phase of the vaccination drive. Cris Kacita Osako, coordinator of Congo’s......

In a critical move to safeguard public health, Gaza's Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the United Nations and various non-governmental organizations, has launched an extensive polio vaccination campaign targeting 640,000 children. This initiative comes in response to the first polio case......

In a critical move to combat the escalating mpox (monkeypox) outbreak, UNICEF has issued an emergency tender to procure vaccines, highlighting the urgency for immediate global action. According to a recent UNICEF report, the outbreak, classified as a public health emergency by both the Africa Centres......

Prime Minister Keir Starmer backs stricter outdoor smoking regulations, potentially banning smoking in pub gardens and outside hospitals to reduce preventable deaths and alleviate pressure on the National Health Service (NHS). The UK government is contemplating tighter regulations on outdoor smoking......

A recent health scare involving a European traveler returning from Morocco has been resolved, highlighting the ongoing vigilance surrounding potential mpox outbreaks. The incident, which briefly raised alarm in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, ultimately proved to be a false alarm. The situation unfolded......