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Hospital infrastructure to be modernized: Tahraoui commits to rehabilitating 83 hospitals by 2030

In a response to a question from the Socialist Opposition Group in Parliament, Morocco’s Minister of Health, Khalid Aït Taleb Tahraoui, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to upgrading the nation’s public hospital infrastructure. Speaking about the ministry’s long-term......

Long Island man critically injured after necklace pulls him into MRI machine

A Long Island man suffered critical injuries on Wednesday after being pulled into an active MRI machine by the metallic chain necklace he was wearing. Incident details The accident occurred around 4:30 p.m. at Nassau Open MRI in Westbury, according to Nassau County police. The 61-year-old man reportedly......

Morocco unifies health insurance system to expand social protection

Morocco’s Chamber of Councilors has approved comprehensive reforms to the country’s health insurance system, advancing King Mohammed VI’s vision of universal social protection. The legislation, known as Bill 54.23, restructures the mandatory health insurance (AMO) system by consolidating......

Morocco prioritizes health reform as a cornerstone of socio-economic growth

Morocco’s government has positioned the overhaul of its national health system as a central pillar in the country’s socio-economic transformation strategy. Speaking during a plenary session in the House of Representatives, Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch emphasized that health reform is......

Proposed budget cuts could overwhelm ERs and disrupt health care systems

A quiet but impactful policy change within the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" threatens to upend the U.S. health care system, potentially leaving emergency rooms (ERs) overwhelmed and nursing homes shuttered. The legislation, passed by Congressional Republicans, reduces the nationwide provider......

Separated at 3, thriving at 19: Melbourne twins’ extraordinary journey

Krishna and Trishna, conjoined twins separated by surgeons in Melbourne 16 years ago, are now thriving as they transition into adulthood. Their remarkable story, which began with a life-threatening medical condition, has evolved into one of resilience, innovation, and hope. A groundbreaking surgery In......

Morocco faces public health crisis as over 600 essential medicines run out

Morocco is grappling with a critical shortage of essential medicines, with over 600 drugs reportedly out of stock nationwide. The missing medications include life-saving treatments for chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, neurological conditions, and cancer, leaving patients......

Princess Catherine misses Royal Ascot as she continues cancer recovery

Catherine, Princess of Wales, has withdrawn from attending the Royal Ascot, a prestigious annual horse racing event held in Berkshire, southern England, that holds special significance for the British royal family. Her absence comes as she continues to prioritize her health after undergoing treatment......

The mysterious impact of microplastics on health: ‘the long-term effects are unknown’

Scientists have observed these tiny particles in the intestine, in the liver… and even in the brain. Experts have evidence that microplastics can cause DNA damage. The world is infested with plastics, which are crammed with materials containing more than 10,000 chemicals, including carcinogens......

Kennedy Jr reshapes US vaccine panel with critics amid controversy

US Health Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr has significantly restructured the nation's top vaccine advisory committee by replacing all 17 existing members with eight newly appointed individuals, several of whom are known critics of vaccines. This move marks a major shift in how vaccine policies are guided......

Gaza bombing at its worst says UK surgeon after mission

British surgeon Victoria Rose has just returned to London after completing her third humanitarian mission in Gaza since the beginning of Israel's war in October 2023. During nearly four weeks at Nasser Hospital in southern Gaza this May, Rose experienced what she describes as the most intense period......

Drone delivery for medical supplies during Hajj a successful first in the Holy Sites

Saudi authorities have successfully completed the first experimental drone delivery operation for medical supplies in the Holy Sites of Mecca during Hajj 1446 H. This innovative project aims to enhance the efficiency of healthcare services provided to pilgrims, according to the Saudi Ministry of Health’s......

Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia reports no disease outbreaks among pilgrims

Health measures and coordination praised for ensuring safe pilgrimage The Saudi Ministry of Health has confirmed that no epidemic or contagious disease has been reported among Hajj pilgrims this year. Officials described the overall health status of participants as stable and reassuring. In a press......