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Morocco's Drug Price Reform Faces Public Skepticism Despite Government Promises

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......

Palestinian Entrepreneur Launches Beverage Brand to Fund Gaza Hospital Reconstruction

In response to the widespread destruction of Gaza's healthcare infrastructure, Palestinian activist and entrepreneur Osama Qashoo has introduced Gaza Cola, a social enterprise initiative aimed at rebuilding the Al Karama hospital in northern Gaza through sales proceeds. Qashoo, 43, developed this......

Moroccan Medical Residents Suspend Strike Actions, Chart New Course for Healthcare Reform

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......

Respiratory Virus HMPV Spreads Across China: Medical Experts Address Public Concerns

China is experiencing a significant uptick in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections since mid-December 2024, prompting healthcare authorities to address mounting public anxiety about respiratory illness outbreaks. While local media reports highlight an increase in patients presenting with flu-like......

Morocco Invests $80 Million in Post-Earthquake Healthcare Reconstruction

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 Boosts Medical Training with 88% Increase in Student Capacity for 2024

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......

Gaza Hospitals Face Critical Safety Crisis, UN Human Rights Commissioner Warns

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk warned Tuesday that hospitals in the Gaza Strip, meant to serve as sanctuaries, have instead become hazardous environments for Palestinians seeking medical care. Speaking amid ongoing regional tensions, Turk emphasized the critical importance of protecting......

Morocco's Social Programs Show Mixed Progress: Housing Aid Reaches 33,000 Families While Healthcare Reimbursements Improve

Morocco's ambitious social welfare initiatives demonstrated notable progress in late 2024, with the government's direct housing support program benefiting over 33,000 families while healthcare reimbursement processing times continued to improve. Minister of Economy and Finance Nadia Fettah revealed......

Morocco's Social Programs Show Mixed Progress: Housing Aid Reaches 33,000 Families While Healthcare Reimbursements Improve

  Morocco's ambitious social welfare initiatives demonstrated notable progress in late 2024, with the government's direct housing support program benefiting over 33,000 families while healthcare reimbursement processing times continued to improve. Minister of Economy and Finance Nadia......