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Indian doctor accused of raping Moroccan woman in Goa hospital ICU

An Indian doctor has been accused of raping a 24-year-old Moroccan woman while she was in a vulnerable medical condition at an intensive care unit in Old Goa, according to reports from the Times of India. The accused, identified as Vrushab Doshi, has been arrested by police following investigations. The......

China develops bone glue that repairs fractures in minutes

A team of Chinese researchers has developed an innovative bone adhesive inspired by oysters’ ability to stick to underwater surfaces, enabling fractures to be repaired in just three minutes, according to local media Zhejiang Online. The medical glue, called Bone-02, was created by Sir Run Run......

Morocco suspends Portuguese poultry imports amid avian flu concerns

Casablanca, Morocco – September 8, 2025: Morocco has temporarily suspended imports of poultry, eggs, and related products from Portugal following the detection of a highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreak near Lisbon. The measure aims to protect public health but raises concerns about potential......

OMPC alerts public to risks of Illegal sexual remedies on the Internet

The Moroccan Observatory for Consumer Protection (OMPC) has issued a warning about the uncontrolled proliferation of sexual health products marketed online as remedies for erectile dysfunction and prostate problems. These products are widely distributed via social media, targeting vulnerable populations......

Moroccan pharmacists to hold Sit-In over drug pricing crisis

Rabat, Morocco – The Confederation of Moroccan Pharmacists’ Unions (CSPM) has announced a national sit-in on September 9, 2025, at 12:00 PM in front of the Ministry of Health in Rabat. The action aims to defend the future of the profession amid what the CSPM describes as an unprecedented......

England plans to ban energy drinks for under-16s

Energy drinks, a popular choice among teenagers, could soon be off-limits for those under 16 in England. The British government announced plans to ban the sale of these products to minors in an effort to “improve the physical and mental health” of young people and tackle rising obesity rates. According......

Artificial Intelligence enhances stroke treatment in England

A new artificial intelligence (AI) tool deployed across hospitals in England has significantly improved the treatment of strokes, according to the National Health Service (NHS). The technology rapidly analyzes brain scans to determine the type and severity of a stroke, allowing doctors to make quicker......

Silverfish infestations: what they are, their risks, and how to prevent them

Silverfish, named for their silvery scales and fish-like movements, are small insects measuring 10 to 15 millimeters in length. Recognizable by their elongated, flattened bodies, fine antennae, and three long tail-like appendages, these creatures are nocturnal and often found in damp, dark areas like......

Morocco bans nail polishes and gels with toxic TPO ingredient

The Moroccan Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AMMPS) has announced a comprehensive ban on the manufacture, importation, distribution, marketing, and use of nail polishes and gels containing Trimethylbenzoyl Diphenylphosphine Oxide (TPO). This decision follows an in-depth scientific analysis......

Weight loss drugs may halve early death risk in heart patients, study shows

New research presented at the European Society of Cardiology annual conference in Madrid suggests that weight loss drugs known as GLP-1 agonists could dramatically reduce the risk of hospitalisation and premature death in patients with heart conditions. The study analysed real-world data from over 90,000......

Morocco bans cosmetics containing harmful chemical TPO

The Moroccan Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AMMPS) has announced a nationwide ban on the sale, manufacturing, importation, distribution, and use of cosmetic products containing Diphenyl(trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide, commonly known as TPO. The decision follows a detailed review of scientific......

Oyster harvesting suspended in Boutalha area of Dakhla

The State Secretariat for Maritime Fisheries announced on Friday the suspension of oyster harvesting and marketing in the Boutalha classified shellfish zone, located within the maritime district of Dakhla. This measure follows analyses carried out by the National Institute of Fisheries Research (INRH),......

Singapore cracks down on drug-laced vaping amid rising use of etomidate

Singapore is intensifying its crackdown on vaping after authorities observed a rise in young people using e-cigarettes laced with the anaesthetic agent etomidate. Vaping has been banned in the city-state since 2018, but the emergence of so-called Kpods—short for ketamine pods—has prompted......