Morocco is persisting in its efforts to make essential medications more accessible by continuously revising and reducing their prices. This initiative is being carried out through successive amendments to Decision No. 787.14, which was first issued in April 2014 and pertains to the public sale prices......

In a significant legal development, the Administrative Court of Appeal in Rabat has reversed a prior judgment that mandated the Moroccan government to compensate a woman for health complications allegedly caused by the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine. Initially, the Administrative Court of Rabat had awarded......

Beni Mellal-Khenifra Regional Health Directorate Confirms Heat-Related Fatalities In a recent press release, the Beni Mellal-Khenifra Regional Directorate of Health and Social Protection has confirmed that the ongoing heatwave has played a significant role in the deaths of several vulnerable individuals......

Healthcare professionals intensify efforts, holding the government accountable for the sector's decline. In a significant move, the National Coordination of Health Sector Unions has announced a nationwide strike starting today and extending through Friday. This action includes a pivotal sit-in scheduled......

In an official statement on Monday, Moroccan Minister of Health and Social Protection Khalid Ait Taleb revealed that 54,423 Moroccans have experienced side effects linked to the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine. This disclosure followed a parliamentary inquiry by Naima Elfathaoui of the Justice and Development......

In a significant move towards pharmaceutical autonomy, Morocco is poised to dramatically increase its domestic medication production, according to Health and Social Protection Minister Khalid Ait Taleb. Speaking at a parliamentary session in Rabat on Tuesday, Ait Taleb unveiled ambitious plans to manufacture......

Morocco has taken a significant stride in strengthening its national healthcare system with the launch of two new, technologically advanced hospitals. Under the directives of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, the Center Hospital Mohammed VI in Al Hoceima and the Center Hospital Zemmouri in Kenitra have commenced......

In a sobering announcement, the National Fund for Social Welfare Organizations (CNOPS) has revealed a significant deficit for 2023, marking the third consecutive year of financial hardship for the Mandatory Health Insurance (AMO) in the public sector. This precarious situation has forced CNOPS to dip......

In a significant stride towards enhancing healthcare accessibility and quality, André Azoulay, Counsellor to His Majesty the King, alongside Dr. Rochdi Talib, CEO of the Akdital Group, officially inaugurated the Mogador International Clinic in the captivating city of Essaouira. This state-of-the-art......

A recent report from the World Health Organization (WHO) reveals a concerning trend: physical inactivity is on the rise worldwide, affecting individuals across all demographics. According to the WHO, 1.8 billion adults equivalent to 31% of the global population are now categorized as physically inactive.......

In a critical development for the beleaguered Gaza Strip, six trucks brimming with essential medical supplies from Morocco successfully traversed the Karem Abu Salem (Kerem Shalom) crossing on Wednesday. This vital influx of aid arrives at a time when Gaza's healthcare system teeters on the brink......

In a decisive move, the Moroccan government has affirmed its commitment to maintaining the current examination schedule for medical and pharmacy faculties, ensuring continuity amidst ongoing challenges. The announcement came during a press conference, providing clarity and outlining measures to address......

In a significant move to bolster healthcare services for refugees, the Noufissa Pharma 5 Foundation, UNHCR, and the Moroccan Family Planning Association (AMPF) have inked a three-way agreement, coinciding with the observance of World Refugee Day. The partnership, lauded by all parties involved, is seen......