Keywords: World Health Organization


Morocco Leads Global Effort Against Narcotics Threat

Renowned for its steadfast stance against the illicit drug trade, Morocco has cemented its position at the forefront of the global campaign to curb narcotics proliferation. In a significant endorsement of its proactive approach, the North African nation has been re-elected to preside over the prestigious......

Morocco Unveils Digital Platform for Disability Card Requests, Fostering Inclusivity

In a significant step towards empowering individuals with disabilities and promoting their seamless integration into society, Morocco is gearing up to launch a comprehensive digital platform dedicated to streamlining the process of obtaining disability cards. This progressive initiative, which aims to......

Chronic and Incurable Diseases: Providing Comprehensive Care for the Elderly

As our society grapples with the increasing prevalence of chronic and incurable illnesses, the plight of the elderly population demands urgent attention and a comprehensive approach to healthcare. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines a chronic disease as a health condition requiring management......

Rabies Persists in Morocco Despite Eradication Efforts; Ministry Aims for 2030 Elimination

Despite concerted efforts to combat this zoonotic disease, rabies continues to afflict Morocco, with the Ministry of Health and Social Protection recording 17 cases of human rabies in 2022. The regional breakdown reveals 2 cases in Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima, 3 in Fez-Meknes, 3 in Rabat-Sale-Kenitra,......

Childhood Obesity Aggravated During COVID-19 Pandemic, WHO Europe Report Finds

In a concerning revelation, a new report by the World Health Organization's (WHO) European branch has established a direct link between the COVID-19 pandemic and a surge in obesity rates among school-aged children. The comprehensive study, conducted across 17 member states of the WHO European Region,......

H5N1 Avian Flu: WHO Deems Global Risk 'Low' Amid Vigilance

In a thorough evaluation of the H5N1 avian influenza virus, the World Health Organization (WHO) has assessed the global public health risk posed by the strain as "low." This evaluation follows heightened concerns triggered by the detection of the virus in cattle herds across multiple U.S. states. "The......

Moroccan Government Takes Action Against Teen Vaping Crisis

In an urgent call to action, Morocco's Minister of Health, Khalid Aït Taleb, has sounded the alarm over the rapidly escalating epidemic of e-cigarette use among the nation's teenagers. Delivering a sobering assessment before parliament, Aït Taleb vowed to implement a sweeping strategy......

Advancing Africa's Healthcare Renaissance through GITEX Africa's Digital Innovation Hub

As global attention increasingly focuses on Africa's vast potential, GITEX Africa 2024 emerges as a pivotal force propelling digital healthcare innovation across the continent. With a population of 1.2 billion and boasting one-third of the world's natural resources, Africa stands on the brink......

Morocco Launches Nationwide Measles Immunization Drive

In a proactive effort to combat the resurgence of measles and fortify public health defenses, the Moroccan Ministry of Health and Social Protection has launched a comprehensive nationwide campaign to boost measles vaccination rates across the kingdom. The initiative, unveiled through an official press......