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Published on Jul 11, 2025

The role of pregnancy schools in reducing maternal mortality in Ghana

The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 197 women die globally for every 100,000 live births. Sub-Saharan Africa accounts for 70% of these deaths. Maternal mortality is the death of a woman while pregnant or within 42 days of the end of …

Source: Joy FM - Indeterminate
Published on Jul 11, 2025

Health leaders commit to accelerate action against severe chronic diseases in Africa

Health leaders, policymakers and development partners across Africa have renewed commitment to accelerate the implementation of the PEN-Plus strategy to significantly expand access to care for severe noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). Held under the theme “ …

Source: MedEdge MEA - Pending
Published on Jul 11, 2025

The six critical actions Africa must take to stop the deadly trade in fake, substandard medicines

Professor Eliangiringa Kaale|Published 11 minutes ago 4min The time for half-measures and empty promises has passed. African governments must take immediate, decisive action to combat the proliferation of substandard and falsified medical products that are …

Source: IOL - Indeterminate
Published on Jul 10, 2025

Real and fake antidotes to Trump's latest tariffs, seen from South Africa

U.S. President Donald Trump apparently aims to reassert his power to cause a full-blown economic catastrophe, perhaps reminiscent of 1930s-scale Make America Great Depression Again. The self-harm to his own MAGA lower-middle-class social base – especially …

Source: CADTM - Left-wing
Published on Jul 10, 2025

The Cost of Capital Is a Public-Health Emergency for Africa

High borrowing costs mean that African governments often must choose between making debt payments and investing in health. This November’s G20 summit – the first to be held in Africa, and the second with the African Union as a permanent member – represents …

Source: Project Syndicate - New York - Center-left
Published on Jul 10, 2025

SSB tax: Nigeria facing alarming rise in non-communicable diseases – CAPPA

The Executive Director of Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa, CAPPA, Mr Akinbode Oluwafemi, has urged journalists to intensify conversation about sugary drinks and its relations with public health and Nigeria’s economic future. He …

Source: Daily Post - Neutral
Published on Jul 10, 2025

Raise Sugary Drink Tax From N10 To N130 Per Litre To Fight Health Crisis, CAPPA Tells Nigerian Government

The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has advocated for an increase in the Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSB) tax to ₦130 per litre in Nigeria. Akinbode Oluwafemi, Executive Director of CAPPA, the current tax of ₦10 per litre is …

Source: Sahara Reporters - Left-wing
Published on Jul 10, 2025

Who cleans up this mess? African oil spills, corporate ‘responsibility’

Black gold pours into the Gulf of Suez, Libya struggles to deal with a tanker explosion, and Shell still hasn’t covered the costs of exploration and exploitation in the Niger Delta. This summer has been a torrid time for anyone working PR for the oil and …

Source: Environment Journal - Neutral
Published on Jul 9, 2025

How Nigeria Loses ₦200bn Yearly, Exposes Citizens to Health Risks Over Weak Sugar Tax

In Nigeria, the failure to implement the sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) tax siphons over ₦200 billion from the economy annually, according to new evidence by Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA). CAPPA cautions that such a …

Source: The News Chronicle - Neutral
Published on Jul 9, 2025

The Latest: Trump hosts African leaders at the White House

U.S. President Donald Trump is hosting five West African leaders on Wednesday for a “multilateral lunch” as the region reels from the impact of U.S. aid cuts. The surprise meeting with leaders of Liberia, Senegal, Gabon, Mauritania and Guinea-Bissau …

Source: News4Jax - Florida - Neutral
Published on Jul 9, 2025

Why Pharmaceutical Industry Continues To Thrive In Nigeria Despite All Odds – ACPN National Chairman

1 IBADAN: The National Chairman Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) Pharm. Ambrose Ezeh has highlighted reasons why the pharmaceutical industry continue to grow in the country despite all odds, justs as he noted that industry currently …

Source: Daily Independent - Pending
Published on Jul 9, 2025

Nigeria loses over N200 billion annually due to poor implementation of SSB Tax

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Federal government of Nigeria, is said to be losing over N200 billion annually due to poor implementation of its Sugar-Sweetened Beverage (SSB) tax, the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has said, …

Source: The Sun Nigeria - Indeterminate
Published on Jul 9, 2025

First malaria drug for newborns and young infants expected to be approved in Africa within weeks

CNN — The approval of the first malaria treatment for newborns and young infants could lead to imminent widespread use in Africa, drugmaker Novartis said Tuesday. The drug, known as Coartem Baby or Riamet Baby in some countries, has been approved by …

Source: CNN - Neutral
Published on Jul 9, 2025

Can AI bridge the access to healthcare gap in sub-Saharan Africa?

A nurse organizes blood samples at the Tengani health centre in the Nsanje district of Southern Malawi in November 2014. Riders for Health's biker Mathias Semba will collect the samples to be delivered over 100 kilometres away in Thiolo before being …

Source: Swissinfo - Public Broadcaster
Published on Jul 8, 2025

It’s Time To Raise Nigeria’s Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax – CAPPA Boss

July 08, (THEWILL) — The Executive Director of Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA), Mr Akinbode Oluwafemi, has issued a powerful call to action urging the Nigerian government to significantly increase the Sugar-Sweetened …

Source: The Will - Neutral
Published on Jul 8, 2025

Nigeria exposes citizens to health risks, loses N200bn annually over ineffective SSB tax – CAPPA

Nigeria is losing over N200 billion annually due to poor implementation of its Sugar-Sweetened Beverage (SSB) tax, the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has said, warning of the growing public health and economic toll of non- …

Source: Premium Times - Neutral
Published on Jul 11, 2025

Fourth meeting of the International Health Regulations (2005) Emergency Committee regarding the upsurge of mpox 2024

The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) is hereby transmitting the report of the fourth meeting of the International Health Regulations (2005) (IHR) Emergency Committee (Committee) regarding the upsurge of mpox 2024, held on Thursday, 5 …

Source: Media Monitors Network - Pending
Published on Jul 11, 2025

Sand and dust storms pose growing threat to global health and economy, WMO reports

Sand and dust storms are affecting hundreds of millions of people across more than 150 countries, with rising consequences for public health, transportation, and agriculture, according to a new report from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). …

Source: Muser Press - Pending
Published on Jul 11, 2025

Elderly care: Emerging boom in home services, costly substitute for ailing hospitals

By the end of this year, the population of elderly people in Nigeria is expected to reach about 11.5 million, and approximately 25.5 million by 2050. This ageing population, combined with shifting family structures, existential challenges, and the ongoing …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Neutral

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 12:22 GMT

From USD 43.8B to USD 103.9B: Emergency Ambulance Vehicles Market Set for Lifesaving Growth by 2033

WILMINGTON, NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to the report, the emergency ambulance vehicles market size was valued at $43.8 billion in 2023, and is estimated to reach $103.9 billion by 2033, growing at …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 15:35 GMT

Valneva Announces Lifting of European Medicines Agency’s Temporary Restriction on Use of Chikungunya Vaccine IXCHIQ® in ...

Saint Herblain (France), July, 11 2025 – Valneva SE (Nasdaq: VALN; Euronext Paris: VLA), a specialty vaccine company, today announced that the European Medicines Agency (EMA) will lift the temporary restriction on vaccinating people aged 65 years and above …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 20:30 GMT

NKGen Biotech Administers First Dose of Troculeucel to Alzheimer’s Patient Who Continued to Decline Cognitively While on ...

SANTA ANA, Calif., July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NKGen Biotech, Inc. (OTC: NKGN) (“NKGen” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the development and commercialization of innovative autologous and allogeneic natural killer …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 18:36 GMT

WMO: Intense Sand, Dust storms Threaten Nearly Half of Humanity

(MENAFN) Sand and dust storms are becoming more frequent and intense, placing the health and economic stability of hundreds of millions of people worldwide at serious risk, according to a report released Thursday by the World Meteorological Organization ( …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 12:33 GMT

VCI Global Appoints Award-Winning Cybersecurity Leader Jane Teh as Chief AI Security Officer

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VCI Global Limited (NASDAQ: VCIG) (“VCI Global” or the “Company”), a diversified global holding company focused on AI & Robotics, Fintech, Cybersecurity, Renewable Energy, and Capital Markets …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

PDS Biotech Announces Colorectal Cancer Cohort of Phase 2 Clinical Trial with PDS01ADC Met Criteria for Expansion to ...

PRINCETON, N.J., July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PDS Biotechnology Corporation (Nasdaq: PDSB) (“PDS Biotech” or the “Company”), a late-stage immunotherapy company focused on transforming how the immune system targets and kills cancers, today announced …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

Tonix Pharmaceuticals Announces Presentation of New Data on Mpox and Smallpox Vaccine Candidate TNX-801 at the Vaccine ...

TNX-801 is up to 100,000-fold less virulent than live smallpox vaccine strains and a single dose provides robust immunogenicity and protection against mpox and rabbitpox (more than one year) in animals Subcutaneous administration of TNX-801 yielded …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 10:05 GMT

Bus accident in Tanzania kills dozens

(MENAFN) At least 38 people have died and 28 were injured in a fiery crash involving two passenger buses in Tanzania’s Kilimanjaro region, local officials confirmed on Sunday. The accident occurred near the town of Same after a front tire on one bus blew …

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Published on July 12, 2025 - 17:49 GMT

University of Khalsa Vision Takes Root: Seminar Held in Jammu Paves the Way for First Sikh University in California

Sardar Bijay Singh and Dr. Satpreet Singh Leads Seminar to Establish University of Khalsa in California, Supported by DGPC Jammu JAMMU, JAMMU AND KASHMIR, INDIA, July 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A historic step toward advancing Sikh higher …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Education ...
Published on July 12, 2025 - 17:39 GMT

Buyco Rolls Out Y2K‑Inspired Sleeveless Jumpsuits & Rompers: Echoing Nostalgia in 2025

Buyco’s latest drop brings back Y2K nostalgia with sleeveless jumpsuits & rompers—bold, breathable, and made for 2025 trends. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Buyco’s new women’s fashion drop merges retro …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Consumer Goods ...
Published on July 12, 2025 - 17:28 GMT

Protecting Doctors from Extortion, Coercion, and Harassment in Pain Clinic; Olumuyiwa Bamgbade, Salem Pain Clinic Canada

Safeguarding healthcare by protecting physicians from extortion, coercion, and harassment in pain clinic settings; Olumuyiwa Bamgbade, Salem Pain Clinic Canada SURREY, BC, CANADA, July 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Physicians who serve in …

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Published on July 12, 2025 - 16:56 GMT

The Compassionate Crossroad of Value-Based Care, MAiD and Multimodal Pain Therapy; Olumuyiwa Bamgbade, Salem Pain Clinic

Reaffirming the ethics of compassionate medicine, value-based care, MAiD, and multimodal pain management; Olumuyiwa Bamgbade, Salem Pain Clinic Canada SURREY, BC, CANADA, July 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Canada expands access to Medical …

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Published on July 12, 2025 - 16:52 GMT

Advancing Health Workforce Development Through Open Science and UN SDG 3 Goals; Olumuyiwa Bamgbade, Salem Pain Clinic

Using open science and UN SDG 3 goals to lead evidence-based transformation of the health workforce; Olumuyiwa Bamgbade, Salem Pain Clinic Canada SURREY, BC, CANADA, July 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The call for equitable, sustainable, and …

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Published on July 12, 2025 - 16:51 GMT

Airway and Breathing Care Lessons During COVID-19 Towards Enhancing Value-Based Healthcare; Olumuyiwa Bamgbade

A Case for Safer Systems in Value-Based Healthcare Delivery From Airway and Breathing Care Lessons During COVID-19; Olumuyiwa Bamgbade, Salem Pain Clinic Canada SURREY, BC, CANADA, July 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tracheal intubation and …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 20:52 GMT

Experior Financial Group, Inc. Unveils A Platform for Life Insurance Agents Looking to Maximize Success

Experior Financial Group USA is redefining success for agents with its agent-centric platform designed to empower professionals. CHEEKTOWAGA, NY, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Experior Financial Group USA is redefining …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on July 11, 2025 - 16:37 GMT

Blessing of St. Anthony’s Church Marks New Chapter for Tribal Catholic Community in Tharani Guda

THARANI GUDA, SRIKAKULAM , INDIA, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a significant moment for the local Catholic faithful, His Excellency Most Rev. Rayarala Vijay Kumar, PIME, Bishop of the Diocese of Srikakulam, presided over the blessing and …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

ZNi Drops New Single and Music Video “Better” — A Sultry, Stylized Vibe Shot in Phoenix, Arizona

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zimbabwean American International artist ZNi has officially dropped his new single and music video, “Better” — a sultry, stylized vibe blending rhythm, flow, and lyrical precision. …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 14:42 GMT

ComplexDiscovery OÜ Launches Summer 2025 eDiscovery Pricing Survey, Continuing to Benchmark Costs in an AI-Driven Era

Survey to Remain Open Through August 15, 2025 TALLINN, ESTONIA, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ComplexDiscovery OÜ, a leading digital publication providing insights on cybersecurity, information governance, and eDiscovery, today announced …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 14:40 GMT

AMMA Statement on U.S.-Malaysia PPE Trade Discussions

America’s Domestic Manufacturers Stand Ready to Meet the Need WASHINGTON, D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Medical Manufacturers Association (AMMA), the unified voice for U.S. makers of critical medical …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Omnigence Asset Management Highlights Long-Term Benefits of Investing in GP Stakes

CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Omnigence Asset Management is drawing attention to the growing opportunity in GP stake investing, a strategy that involves acquiring minority ownership positions in alternative asset …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

AWWA LAUNCHES 2025 ARMENIAN ELDER CARE GRANT PROGRAM WITH $150,000 IN GLOBAL FUNDING

AWWA awards $150K in Grants to: ACA, FAR, and Hanganak to boost healthcare, dignity, and support for Armenian elders worldwide. JAMAICA PLAIN, MA, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Armenian Women’s Welfare Association (AWWA) …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 11:40 GMT

SoftwareWorld Opens Vendor Claiming Feature for 200,000+ Software & Service Providers

SoftwareWorld now lets 200,000+ vendors claim their profiles, boost visibility, edit info, and engage buyers. PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a major step towards empowering software and service vendors, …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 11:39 GMT

WoodWing benoemt Reinder Repko tot AI Lead

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WoodWing, internationaal leverancier van software voor contentcreatie en -management, publicatieprocessen, documentbeheer en kennismanagement, heeft Reinder Repko benoemd tot AI Lead. In …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, IT Industry ...
Published on July 11, 2025 - 11:05 GMT

WoodWing appoints Reinder Repko as AI Lead

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WoodWing, international provider of software for content creation and management, publishing processes, document management and knowledge management, has appointed Reinder Repko as AI …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 10:52 GMT

The Dealmakers Honors Kevin Stefan Meyer with 'Excellence in Applied Computing' at Investors Roundtable Malta 2025

Recognizing visionary leadership and groundbreaking contributions in Europe’s tech and startup landscape VALLETTA, MALTA, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At the prestigious Investors Roundtable held at the Grand Hotel Excelsior on July 8, …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 10:36 GMT

Next Sustainable Generation Promotion Centre Officially Established

MALAGA, SPAIN, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Next Sustainable Generation Promotion Centre (NGPC) was officially established in June at Malaga TechPark in Andalusia, Spain. It is also the first RWA cross-border platform in Europe …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 10:02 GMT

Lidocaine Swallow Enables Value-Based Pain Relief in Chronic Esophageal Disorders; Olumuyiwa Bamgbade, Salem Pain Clinic

Lidocaine swallow provides innovative value-based care for chronic severe painful prolonged esophageal disorders; Olumuyiwa Bamgbade, Salem Pain Clinic Canada SURREY, BC, CANADA, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chronic esophageal pain is a …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 10:01 GMT

Reimagining Sickle Cell Arthropathy Care Through Value-Based Care Delivery; Olumuyiwa Bamgbade, Salem Pain Clinic Canada

Value-based healthcare can enable timely and optimal sickle cell arthropathy surgical care; Olumuyiwa Bamgbade, Salem Pain Clinic Canada SURREY, BC, CANADA, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a chronic, life- …

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