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Oncorad Group pioneers cryoablation procedure in Morocco

Oncorad Group, a leading organization in cancer prevention and treatment in Morocco, has marked a significant milestone with the successful completion of the first cryoablation procedure in Morocco and North Africa. This groundbreaking intervention took place at the Littoral Clinic Ain Diab in Casablanca,......

Trump and Kennedy Reshape US Public Health Strategy

Under the leadership of Donald Trump and his Health Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the United States is undergoing a dramatic transformation in its public health system. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has experienced sweeping cuts, with nearly 10,000 positions eliminated and billions......

The cost and accessibility of organic food in Spain

Eating organic food is often seen as a healthier lifestyle choice that also minimizes environmental impact. However, how feasible is it to purchase organic produce in Spain? Many consumers express a desire to choose organic options, as these products are typically free from harmful pesticides. In Spain,......

Global health nations reach historic pandemic preparedness agreement

After more than three years of intense negotiations, member states of the World Health Organization (WHO) reached a historic consensus on a new agreement aimed at strengthening global preparedness and response to future pandemics. "This evening marks a milestone in our collective journey toward......

Tuberculosis Risk Linked to Raw Milk Consumption Raises Concerns in Morocco

The consumption of untreated milk has become a pressing issue in Morocco, as recent social media reports highlight potential tuberculosis cases associated with raw milk. In response to public anxiety, the National Office for Food Safety (ONSSA) issued a warning regarding the health risks posed by dairy......

Maximizing Opportunities at GITEX Africa 2025: A Guide for Digital Health Professionals

GITEX Africa 2025 is not just another tech event; it stands as a pivotal platform for transforming Africa's healthcare system. As the continent grapples with a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape marked by population growth, urbanization, and a burgeoning middle class, the need for effective solutions......

Akdital's ambitious healthcare expansion in Morocco

Groupe Akdital is set to revolutionize healthcare access in Morocco by opening new medical facilities and diagnostic centers aimed at underserved rural communities by 2030. In the past year, Akdital has launched 12 new healthcare facilities, nearly tripling its total number of establishments across......

Morocco's pivotal role in vaccine manufacturing highlighted by Africa CDC

The African Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC Africa) has underscored Morocco's significant contribution to vaccine manufacturing and health product development across the continent. In an article published on its website, the Addis Ababa-based centre emphasized the importance of the......

Gaza’s children at risk as blockade worsens malnutrition crisis

At least 60,000 children in the Gaza Strip face severe health risks due to malnutrition, as food supplies dwindle under Israel’s ongoing blockade. According to the Ministry of Health in Gaza, the situation is exacerbated by the lack of adequate nutrition and access to drinking water, alongside......

National campaign launched to promote the importance of prenatal care

In line with the implementation of the 2023-2027 communication strategy for social and behavioral change developed by the National Initiative for Human Development (INDH) in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Social Protection, a national communication campaign highlighting the significance......

Urgent recall of Aureomycine 1% ointment due to non-compliance

The Moroccan Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AMMPS) has mandated the immediate recall of several batches of the ophthalmic ointment Aureomycine 1%, commonly known as the yellow ointment, which contains chlorotetracycline hydrochloride in 5 g tubes. This decision follows the identification......

Moroccan pharmacists raise concerns over impending health reforms

The pharmaceutical sector in Morocco stands at a critical juncture as two significant reforms—the widespread implementation of third-party payment and the digitization of medical prescriptions—are set to be rolled out. However, these initiatives, intended to modernize the healthcare system......

Measles outbreak in Morocco raises alarm as virus detected in Brussels sewage

Researchers from KU Leuven have identified a significant presence of the measles virus in sewage water in Brussels, Belgium. The strain, known as genotype B3, is linked to the ongoing measles outbreak in Morocco. Elke Wollants, lab manager at the Rega Institute, reported that the concentration of the......