Health



Food supplements in Morocco: industry opposes pharmacists’ monopoly push

A proposed amendment to Morocco’s pharmaceutical law has sparked strong opposition from stakeholders in the food supplements sector, who warn it could significantly reshape the national market. Adopted in first reading by the House of Representatives in early June 2026, the amendment to Law 17-04......

Akhannouch pushes Fes-Meknes to lead Morocco health system reform overhaul

The head of government called on the Fes-Meknes region to become a national reference point for Morocco’s ongoing health system reform during the launch of its territorial health group. He presented the initiative as a decisive shift toward regional implementation of a broader national strategy......

Casablanca Settat launches territorial health governance reform initiative

The government has launched a new phase of health system reform in the Casablanca Settat region through the installation of the territorial health group known as GST. The first board meeting of the GST was held in Casablanca and chaired by the head of government. The initiative forms part of a broader......

Fès-Meknès launches first regional health governance council

Morocco has taken another step in its healthcare reform agenda with the inaugural board meeting of the Territorial Health Grouping (GST) in the Fès-Meknès region. Chaired by Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch, the meeting marked the operational launch of a new regional governance model designed......

Morocco strengthens regional healthcare governance through territorial health groups

Morocco continues to advance its healthcare reform agenda through the development of Territorial Health Groups, a governance model designed to improve coordination between healthcare institutions and enhance access to medical services across the country. The initiative forms part of broader efforts to......

Morocco expands therapeutic cannabis sector with 140 approved products

Morocco has strengthened its position in the regulated therapeutic cannabis industry, with more than 140 cannabis-based products now manufactured domestically and officially registered with the Moroccan Agency for Medicines and Health Products. The products are distributed through more than 600 authorized......

Mental health taboo cracks in Morocco as depression rates surge

Mental health has long been pushed to the sidelines, yet it now occupies an increasingly prominent place in global societal debates. Stress, anxiety, depression, burnout and addictions affect more people than ever, across all ages and social backgrounds. In Morocco however, many still hesitate to speak......

Morocco faces shortage of tetanus serum after withdrawal

The healthcare system in Morocco is facing a shortage of tetanus serum across hospitals and pharmacies. The situation follows a preventive withdrawal of all available batches from the market. Emergency services report difficulties in securing the treatment for patients with high-risk injuries. The shortage......

Morocco to deploy 530 new specialist doctors to public hospitals starting in August

Morocco is set to strengthen its public healthcare system with the deployment of 530 newly qualified specialist doctors across the country's regions beginning in August 2026. The initiative forms part of a broader strategy aimed at improving access to medical services and addressing regional disparities......

Artificial Intelligence supports early diagnosis in Moroccan public hospitals

The Moroccan Ministry of Health and Social Protection is accelerating the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into public healthcare institutions in an effort to improve early diagnosis and enhance the quality of patient care. Speaking in Rabat during a parliamentary session dedicated to the......

Food safety risks during Eid Al Adha surge as Morocco heat wave intensifies

Health authorities in Morocco are urging families to exercise heightened caution when handling and storing meat during Eid Al Adha, which this year coincides with an intense heat wave affecting multiple regions of the country. The combination of large-scale ritual slaughter, mass food preparation, and......

Morocco’s poultry sector defends safety standards amid online health concerns

Morocco’s poultry industry is facing renewed scrutiny following the spread of online claims questioning farming practices and food safety standards. Industry representatives and veterinary professionals say the sector operates under strict sanitary regulations and remains subject to continuous......

Moroccan doctors in Germany launch a new professional association

Moroccan doctors practicing in Germany have officially established a new professional association named the Marokkanischer Ärzteverein Deutschland (MÄD), marking a significant step in organizing the Moroccan medical diaspora. The announcement was made during the first Moroccan Doctors’......

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