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The Nocturnal Gatekeepers: How Your Brain Curates Memories

Every night, as you slumber, your brain undertakes an intricate process of pruning and preserving the day's experiences. In a tireless effort to avoid becoming overwhelmed by the deluge of sensory input we encounter, the mind meticulously sorts through the memories of the preceding hours, retaining......

Prenatal Exposure to Ubiquitous Forever Chemicals Heightens Childhood Metabolic Risks

In a disquieting revelation, a groundbreaking global study conducted by the Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) in Barcelona has uncovered a concerning link between prenatal exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) and an increased risk of obesity and hypertension in children. These findings......

Revamping Slaughterhouses: A Comprehensive Overhaul for Moroccan Meat Industry

In a concerted effort to revamp the slaughterhouse sector and ensure strict adherence to hygiene and safety standards, the Moroccan Ministry of Interior has unveiled an ambitious plan, allocating a substantial sum of 30 million dirhams from 2023 to May 2024. This financial commitment aims to rehabilitate......

Minister Ait Taleb Presides Over Geneva Meeting on Social Isolation's Public Health Impact

Morocco's Minister of Health and Social Protection, Khaled Ait Taleb, assumed a prominent role at a high-level working session in Geneva on Monday, focusing on the profound effects of social isolation on public health. The session, organized by the United States' Permanent Mission to Geneva......

Healthcare Unions Heighten Protests Against Government Inaction

The healthcare sector's unions are intensifying their protests in response to the government's inaction, announcing a series of three-day weekly strikes and regional and provincial demonstrations. This decision comes after months of fruitless negotiations, where demands for better working conditions......

Monumental Advancements in Moroccan Healthcare with New University Hospital

In a significant development for Morocco's healthcare sector, Bouygues Construction's Moroccan subsidiary, Bymaro, has been awarded the prestigious contract to build the Mohammed VI International University Hospital in Rabat. Valued at €450 million, this project underscores Bymaro's......

Cryonic Breakthrough: Scientists Resurrect Frozen Human Brain Organoids

In a groundbreaking achievement that propels the realm of cryogenics from science fiction to reality, researchers at Fudan University in Shanghai have successfully revived frozen human brain tissues. Their remarkable feat, published in the esteemed journal Cell Reports Methods, unveils a tantalizing......

Morocco's COVID-19 Weekly Tally: One Fatality and 35 New Infections

In its weekly bulletin, the Ministry of Health and Social Protection reported a total of 35 new COVID-19 infections and one death from the virus this week. The ministry's epidemiological situation bulletin, covering the period from May 18 to May 24, 2024, revealed that the number of people who received......

Saving Lifelines: How a Texas Hospital is Pioneering Life-Saving Measures for Placenta Accreta

In the realm of high-risk pregnancies, few conditions strike as much fear as placenta accreta, a potentially fatal complication where the placenta refuses to detach from the uterus, resulting in massive hemorrhaging. At the University Hospital in San Antonio, Texas, a groundbreaking approach is redefining......

Pfizer's Strategic Cost-Cutting: Navigating Post-Pandemic Dynamics with Resilience

In the ever-evolving landscape of the biopharmaceutical industry, Pfizer, the American colossus, finds itself at a pivotal juncture. Faced with declining demand for its products, the company has unveiled a bold strategy to streamline operations and fortify its financial position, aiming to reduce costs......

Nationwide Healthcare Strike Announced in Morocco: Professionals Demand Fulfillment of Agreed-Upon Reforms

In a move that could potentially disrupt medical services across the nation, a coalition of eight trade unions representing healthcare workers in Morocco has announced a nationwide strike on the 22nd and 23rd of May. This decision comes as a response to the government's alleged disregard for the......

Reclaiming Restorative Slumber: Strategies to Safeguard Your Sleep from Smartphone Overuse

In today's digital era, smartphones have seamlessly integrated into our daily routines, often extending their presence into the moments just before bedtime. However, an array of studies has unequivocally linked sleep disturbances with pre-sleep smartphone usage. If you've noticed an uptick in......

Thousands Rally in Spain's Capital for Robust Public Healthcare System

In a powerful display of solidarity, thousands of citizens took to the streets of Madrid and other major Spanish cities, rallying in support of the nation's public healthcare system. The mass demonstration, organized by community collectives, echoed a resounding demand: "More resources"......