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Successful hand reattachment at CHU Mohammed VI in Marrakech

A recent medical achievement at the Arrazi Hospital, part of the CHU Mohammed VI in Marrakech, has captured attention as a multidisciplinary team successfully reattached an entirely amputated hand. This remarkable surgery was performed on a 52-year-old patient who lost his right hand at the wrist due......

Pope Francis thanks well-wishers in heartfelt audio message

Pope Francis, still recovering in hospital, expressed his gratitude for the worldwide prayers supporting his recovery in a brief audio message, his first public communication since being hospitalized three weeks ago. Recorded from Rome's Gemelli Hospital, the two-line message was shared with those......

Promising new compound offers an alternative to cannabis for pain relief

Researchers may have discovered a groundbreaking solution for pain management that avoids addiction and side effects. Currently, opioids play a significant role in pain treatment worldwide; however, their prolonged use poses serious risks of addiction and adverse effects. As medical cannabis gains traction,......

Strengthening health access in Africa amidst US aid cuts

A recent report by the Center for Global Development (CGD) highlights the challenges faced by African nations in the wake of significant cuts to American health aid. With the Trump administration's drastic reductions in international support, many low-income countries are at risk of severe funding......

Obesity crisis in Morocco: alarming projections for 2030

Obesity is emerging as a significant health concern in Morocco, affecting an increasing number of adults each year. According to the latest World Obesity Atlas report, released on March 4 in conjunction with World Obesity Day, 59% of Moroccan adults currently have a body mass index (BMI) exceeding 25......

Morocco's measles cases decline amidst vaccination campaign

Morocco's Ministry of Health has reported a sustained decrease in new measles cases, locally referred to as “Bouhmroun,” marking the fifth consecutive week of decline. This positive trend is attributed to ongoing efforts aimed at curbing the spread of the viral disease. From February......

Morocco sees fifth consecutive week of declining measles cases

The Ministry of Health and Social Protection of Morocco has reported a continued decrease in new measles cases for the fifth consecutive week, highlighting the effectiveness of nationwide efforts to curb the spread of the virus. Between February 24 and March 2, 2025, the number of reported cases dropped......

Real-time heart mapping system revolutionizes cardiac diagnosis and treatment

A new system developed at the Gregorio Marañón Hospital in Madrid allows real-time heart mapping without invasive procedures. This technology, patented by the hospital, enables healthcare professionals to diagnose arrhythmias, identify problem areas, and enhance pacemaker surgeries. The......

First measles death in the US in a decade

The United States has reported its first measles death in ten years after an unvaccinated child succumbed to the disease during an outbreak in Texas. The child, of school age, was hospitalized in Lubbock, northwest Texas, and passed away overnight, according to the state’s health department. This......

Groundbreaking cardiac procedure in Morocco: first successful LVAD implantation in Rabat

A multidisciplinary medical-surgical team at the Mohammed V Military Teaching Hospital in Rabat has accomplished a historic milestone by performing Morocco's first successful implantation of a long-term left ventricular assist device (LVAD). The procedure was carried out on a 39-year-old patient......

Pope Francis remains alert in hospital as Argentinians in Rome pray for his recovery

Pope Francis is currently resting at Rome's Gemelli hospital after being diagnosed with double pneumonia, according to the Vatican. The 88-year-old pontiff, who is in his 13th day of hospitalization, is described as alert, moving around his room, and eating normally. This marks his longest hospital......

Morocco achieves 24.7 million beneficiaries under universal health coverage

The number of beneficiaries of Morocco's mandatory health insurance (AMO) has reached 24.7 million, encompassing all available coverage schemes. This announcement was made by Mustapha Baitas, Minister Delegate in charge of Relations with Parliament and Government Spokesperson, following a government......

Social media amplifies nocebo effect: How online content triggers real physical symptoms

The nocebo effect, a psychological phenomenon where anticipating illness leads to actual physical symptoms, has found a powerful new catalyst in social media platforms. Initially confined to specific medical contexts, this concerning trend has gained significant momentum, with platforms like TikTok becoming......