Health

Morocco placed 131st out of 141 countries in the latest Global Women’s Health Index, exposing critical gaps in healthcare, safety, and basic rights. A recent report from the Hologic Global Women’s Health Index, developed in partnership with Gallup, paints a stark picture of women’s......

Morocco is grappling with a significant surge in measles cases, with more than 20,000 infections and over 116 deaths reported since 2023. Health authorities and experts are raising concerns, emphasizing the critical need for vaccination to curb the spread of the disease.   A troubling resurgence......

Protests within Morocco’s healthcare system are reaching a critical point, as the National Health Sector Collective has called for a series of nationwide strikes scheduled for January 29-30 and February 4-6, 2025. This escalation comes on the heels of recent demonstrations, including a national......

Private Moroccan healthcare provider Oncorad Group has unveiled plans to invest MAD 3.5 billion in constructing 30 new hospitals across the country by 2028. The ambitious initiative, announced by CEO Redouane Semlali, aims to address the growing demand for medical services and strengthen the nation’s......

The Moroccan government's efforts to reduce medication prices continue to spark controversy despite repeated announcements of price cuts. Health and Social Protection Minister Amine Tahraoui recently declared impending price reductions for 190 medications targeting chronic diseases, though this ambitious......

Morocco's prison system is grappling with a growing measles outbreak, as authorities confirm 41 cases across multiple facilities, affecting both inmates and staff members. The General Delegation for Prison Administration reports that the outbreak has spread to several correctional facilities throughout......

Morocco is currently grappling with a severe blood shortage across its medical facilities, with transfusion centers reporting significantly reduced donation rates during the recent cold snap. The situation has become particularly acute in major population centers, where daily donation targets are falling......

Morocco has launched an ambitious national initiative to tackle its growing tobacco-related health crisis, as announced by Health Minister Amine Tahraoui during a recent address to the House of Representatives. The comprehensive plan aims to reduce smoking rates and address the devastating impact of......

The National Committee of Medical Residents, Interns, Pharmacists, and Dentists (CNIR) in Morocco has announced a temporary suspension of their ongoing strikes and canceled a planned nationwide protest scheduled for January 8, 2025. This strategic shift marks a significant development in their year-long......

Morocco's health authorities are taking decisive action against the growing threat of illegal online medication sales, as revealed in a recent address by Health Minister Amine Tahraoui to the Chamber of Counselors. The minister highlighted increasing concerns about unregulated online pharmacies operating......

Morocco has launched a comprehensive MAD 800 million ($79.29 million) healthcare reconstruction initiative in the earthquake-affected Al Haouz region, marking a significant step in the country's recovery efforts following the devastating September 2023 earthquake. Health Minister Amine Tahraoui,......

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......

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......