Health
In response to a concerning rise in measles cases and associated fatalities, Morocco's ministries of health and national education have issued a directive mandating the temporary exclusion of students diagnosed with contagious diseases from school. This joint initiative aims to curb the spread of......
Morocco's healthcare sector saw a significant shift as national union coordinators suspended their planned strike, choosing instead to focus on implementing the existing July 23, 2024 agreement with the Ministry of Health and Social Protection. The decision followed a productive meeting in Rabat......
In response to increased health safety measures for the upcoming pilgrimages, the Ministry of Health and Social Protection announced that there are sufficient quantities of meningitis vaccines available at national pharmacies. This vaccination has now become mandatory for anyone wishing to travel to......
A groundbreaking study has uncovered that children’s fussy eating habits are more influenced by genetics than previously thought. The research, which analyzed data from families with twins, suggests that parents should reconsider blaming themselves for their child’s picky eating tendencies.......
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......
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