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Morocco launches urgent vaccination drive amid rising measles cases

In response to a significant measles outbreak, Morocco's Government Council is set to convene Thursday to address the growing public health concern. The outbreak, which began in September 2023, has resulted in 25,000 cases and 120 deaths. A nationwide school vaccination campaign is currently underway,......

Morocco takes decisive action against measles outbreak in schools

In response to a concerning rise in measles cases and associated fatalities, Morocco's ministries of health and national education have issued a directive mandating the temporary exclusion of students diagnosed with contagious diseases from school. This joint initiative aims to curb the spread of......

Coca-Cola recalls popular beverages in Europe due to elevated chlorate levels

Coca-Cola has initiated a widespread recall of several of its popular drinks across Europe after detecting higher-than-accepted levels of chlorate, a chemical compound linked to potential health risks. The recall spans multiple countries, including Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and a limited......

Pregnant women and newborns in peril: HRW highlights dire conditions in Gaza

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has reported that Israel’s ongoing military actions in Gaza, combined with severe restrictions on humanitarian aid and targeted attacks on healthcare infrastructure, have created life-threatening conditions for pregnant women and newborns. Despite a current ceasefire, the......

Moroccan healthcare unions pause strike amid progress on July agreement

Morocco's healthcare sector saw a significant shift as national union coordinators suspended their planned strike, choosing instead to focus on implementing the existing July 23, 2024 agreement with the Ministry of Health and Social Protection. The decision followed a productive meeting in Rabat......

COVID-19 origins: CIA suggests laboratory leak is more likely

The CIA has announced that it considers a laboratory leak as the more probable origin of the COVID-19 pandemic, compared to natural transmission. This conclusion, however, comes with "low confidence," meaning it is not definitive and is subject to further investigation. The agency emphasized......

Omra 2025: New Health Measures for Pilgrims

In response to increased health safety measures for the upcoming pilgrimages, the Ministry of Health and Social Protection announced that there are sufficient quantities of meningitis vaccines available at national pharmacies. This vaccination has now become mandatory for anyone wishing to travel to......

Is your child a picky eater? Genetics may be the culprit, study reveals

A groundbreaking study has uncovered that children’s fussy eating habits are more influenced by genetics than previously thought. The research, which analyzed data from families with twins, suggests that parents should reconsider blaming themselves for their child’s picky eating tendencies.......

Morocco’s troubling rank in global women’s health index highlights urgent challenges

Morocco placed 131st out of 141 countries in the latest Global Women’s Health Index, exposing critical gaps in healthcare, safety, and basic rights. A recent report from the Hologic Global Women’s Health Index, developed in partnership with Gallup, paints a stark picture of women’s......

Morocco battles measles surge with urgent vaccination drive

Morocco is grappling with a significant surge in measles cases, with more than 20,000 infections and over 116 deaths reported since 2023. Health authorities and experts are raising concerns, emphasizing the critical need for vaccination to curb the spread of the disease.   A troubling resurgence......

US Confirms Withdrawal from WHO by 2026

The United Nations has confirmed that the United States will officially withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO) in January 2026. The announcement comes after the UN received formal communication from US President Donald Trump, signaling the decision to terminate US membership in the global......

Predicting pandemics: How AI is reshaping the fight against viral evolution

What if advanced technology could foresee pandemics before they begin? With the growing threat of more frequent and severe outbreaks, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a powerful tool in the battle to predict and prevent the next global health crisis. A world primed for pandemics The risk......

Gaza doctors express relief, but remain concerned for the future after ceasefire

Following a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas that ended over 15 months of conflict, healthcare workers in Gaza, like Dr. Jamal Salaha, felt a sense of relief as the influx of casualties into hospitals slowed. Dr. Salaha, a general practitioner at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir el-Balah, noted that......