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Urgent Action Needed to Combat Cholera Outbreak in South Sudan

A recent cholera outbreak in South Sudan has prompted an urgent call for action from international medical organizations. As of December 3, a total of 737 cholera cases have been reported in Malakal, the capital of Upper Nile State. The outbreak, first detected on November 5, has seen a rapid increase......

Children's Lives in Limbo: The Humanitarian Crisis of Medical Evacuations from Gaza

The ongoing conflict in Gaza has severely impacted its healthcare system, leaving thousands of critically ill patients, including children, waiting for medical evacuations to access life-saving treatments outside the territory. For many, the wait becomes a matter of life and death.   One harrowing......

 Palestinians Urge International Action to Stop Israeli Attacks on West Bank Hospitals

The Palestinian Ministry of Health has called for urgent international intervention to end Israel's attacks on healthcare facilities in the occupied West Bank. This plea follows an Israeli raid on the Arab Specialized Hospital in Nablus, where an injured Palestinian patient, identified as Ayman Ghanem,......

 Akdital Opens a State-of-the-Art Oncology Center in Benguérir  

The newly inaugurated International Oncology Center in Benguérir marks a significant milestone in cancer care. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, this facility offers comprehensive and specialized services in a modern and patient-friendly environment. With a capacity of 81 inpatient beds,......

Trump Appoints Covid Lockdown Critic to Lead US Health Agency

In a move that signals a shift in the U.S. approach to public health, President-elect Donald Trump has selected Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a prominent critic of Covid lockdowns, to head the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Bhattacharya, a Stanford-trained physician and economist, gained widespread attention......

Biden Administration Proposes Medicare and Medicaid Coverage for Weight-Loss Drugs A Transformative Step or Costly Gamble?

Washington, D.C.— In a landmark move, the Biden administration has proposed expanding Medicare and Medicaid coverage to include expensive but highly effective weight-loss medications. If approved, millions of Americans suffering from obesity could access drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic, hailed by......

Tragic Methanol Poisoning in Laos Claims Lives, Including Australians

A recent tragedy in Laos has left three Australians seriously ill, following a suspected mass methanol poisoning that has already claimed the lives of six individuals. Among the victims are two Australian nationals, Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles, both 19, who tragically passed away in a hospital in Thailand......

Morocco's Partnership with Saudi Arabia Leads to Four Successful Twin Separation Surgeries

Morocco’s collaboration with Saudi Arabia has resulted in four successful surgeries under the Conjoined Twins Separation Program, showcasing the nations' shared commitment to humanitarian and medical advancements. Morocco has marked a significant milestone in global healthcare through its......

First Case of New Mpox Variant Detected in Canada

The Public Health Agency of Canada has reported the country's first case of infection with a new variant of the mpox virus. The infected individual, a resident of Manitoba, contracted the clade 1b variant, according to federal health officials. Despite this development, the agency assured that the......

Rural Emergency Care in Crisis: A Doctor’s Perspective on Burnout and Change

As a rural emergency room (ER) physician, I find myself torn between a deep sense of responsibility to my community and the personal toll of working in an overstretched healthcare system. The ER is often the first and last line of care for many, but it’s also a place where the cracks in our healthcare......

First Mpox Case in the U.S. Detected in California

The United States has confirmed its first case of Mpox (commonly known as Monkeypox) in California, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced on Saturday. The patient recently traveled from East Africa, where the outbreak continues to spread, according to the CDC. The individual......

Revolutionizing Healthcar  A Groundbreaking Partnership for Advanced Medical Technologies in Morocco

A historic collaboration has been established between the Akdital Group, Dassault Systèmes, and Long Island University to create Akdital Innov, a groundbreaking initiative focused on transforming healthcare in Morocco. The partnership aims to position Akdital as a center of excellence and a showcase......

 Public Health Alert: Rising Concerns Over Expired Food Products

In recent weeks, a disturbing surge in severe food poisoning incidents has raised alarms in Marrakech and Tangier, where numerous individuals required hospitalization after consuming questionable food items. In response to this alarming trend, consumer advocacy groups are sounding the alarm about the......