Health

The pharmaceutical sector in Morocco stands at a critical juncture as two significant reforms—the widespread implementation of third-party payment and the digitization of medical prescriptions—are set to be rolled out. However, these initiatives, intended to modernize the healthcare system......

Researchers from KU Leuven have identified a significant presence of the measles virus in sewage water in Brussels, Belgium. The strain, known as genotype B3, is linked to the ongoing measles outbreak in Morocco. Elke Wollants, lab manager at the Rega Institute, reported that the concentration of the......

The number of clandestine abortions in Morocco has seen a significant decline of 50%, dropping from over 200,000 to approximately 100,000 since the government intensified its crackdown on unauthorized medical practitioners in 2018. This stark reduction, reported by Professor Chafik Chraibi, president......

Morocco faces significant challenges in oral health, a pressing issue that was highlighted during the recent World Oral Health Day 2025 event. Haleon, a prominent player in consumer healthcare, joined forces with the FDI World Dental Federation and the Moroccan Association of Oro-Dental Prevention to......

The holy month of Ramadan, a time for spiritual reflection and renewal, also brings significant changes to eating habits among Muslims worldwide. As Morocco enters its second week of fasting, the impact of these traditions on health and well-being becomes increasingly evident. In Morocco, the hustle......

The Moroccan government continues its efforts to improve healthcare services, focusing on implementing the Royal project related to social protection, as stated by Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch in Rabat. During a meeting dedicated to monitoring the implementation of the health system reform, Akhannouch......

A recent medical achievement at the Arrazi Hospital, part of the CHU Mohammed VI in Marrakech, has captured attention as a multidisciplinary team successfully reattached an entirely amputated hand. This remarkable surgery was performed on a 52-year-old patient who lost his right hand at the wrist due......

Researchers may have discovered a groundbreaking solution for pain management that avoids addiction and side effects. Currently, opioids play a significant role in pain treatment worldwide; however, their prolonged use poses serious risks of addiction and adverse effects. As medical cannabis gains traction,......

Obesity is emerging as a significant health concern in Morocco, affecting an increasing number of adults each year. According to the latest World Obesity Atlas report, released on March 4 in conjunction with World Obesity Day, 59% of Moroccan adults currently have a body mass index (BMI) exceeding 25......

Morocco's Ministry of Health has reported a sustained decrease in new measles cases, locally referred to as “Bouhmroun,” marking the fifth consecutive week of decline. This positive trend is attributed to ongoing efforts aimed at curbing the spread of the viral disease. From February......

The Ministry of Health and Social Protection of Morocco has reported a continued decrease in new measles cases for the fifth consecutive week, highlighting the effectiveness of nationwide efforts to curb the spread of the virus. Between February 24 and March 2, 2025, the number of reported cases dropped......

A multidisciplinary medical-surgical team at the Mohammed V Military Teaching Hospital in Rabat has accomplished a historic milestone by performing Morocco's first successful implantation of a long-term left ventricular assist device (LVAD). The procedure was carried out on a 39-year-old patient......

The number of beneficiaries of Morocco's mandatory health insurance (AMO) has reached 24.7 million, encompassing all available coverage schemes. This announcement was made by Mustapha Baitas, Minister Delegate in charge of Relations with Parliament and Government Spokesperson, following a government......