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  • Published on 05:31 GMT

    Namibia celebrates World Hand Hygiene

    Maria David MINISTER of Health and Social Services Esperance Luvindao said Namibia has made notable progress with regard to hand hygiene. Luvindao made the remarks during World Hand Hygiene Day and the official launch of the clinical and death audit …

    Source: Informante - Pending
  • Published on 07:20 GMT

    Govt urged to root out ghost health workers from payroll to ease USAID pullout

    Dr Kasonde Mulenga Mwinga, the representative of the World Health Organization in Uganda Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The government has been urged to tackle inefficiencies in provision of healthcare in order to make the most out of the available …

    Source: Independent (Uganda) - Center-left
  • Published on 08:56 GMT

    ‘Action Team’ to head to Geneva for WHA next Friday

    A Taiwan delegation would depart for the World Health Assembly (WHA) in Geneva, Switzerland on Friday evening next week, Minister of Health and Welfare Chiu Tai-yuan (邱泰源) said today. The WHA’s 78th annual assembly is to be held from May 19 to May 27. …

    Source: Taipei Times - Neutral
  • Published on 01:11 GMT

    Bill Gates issues scathing statement on Elon Musk over DOGE foreign aid cuts: 'The world's richest man killing the world'...

    Photo Credit: Getty Images Billionaire philanthropist and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates did not mince words when commenting on the impact that sweeping cuts imposed by the Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency would have on global health, …

    Source: The Cool Down - Oregon - Center-left
  • Published on 09:12 GMT

    When the caregiver needs care: A look into maternal health

    Alexis Aseda Baffour, International Community School (ICS) Accra Opinion May - 09 - 2025 , 08:48 5 minutes read She had just brought a life into this world; everyone expected her to glow with joy. Instead, she sat by the crib in silence, eyes heavy with …

    Source: Graphic - Neutral
  • Published on 02:11 GMT

    Bill Gates' TB Vaccine: Over 2,000 Indonesians Participated in Clinical Trials

    TEMPO.CO, Jakarta -  A total of 2,095 Indonesians from adolescent to adult age groups have undergone clinical trials for the TB or tuberculosis vaccine M72. This number is accumulative from the first phase of the vaccine clinical trials developed by …

    Source: Tempo.co - Neutral
  • Published on 04:24 GMT

    Preventing mental health crises

    The World Health Organization estimates that 1 in 4 adults experience a mental health illness each year in the U.S. and 1 in 8 people live with a psychiatric disorder globally. As May is Mental Health Awareness month, the city, county and state make their …

    Source: The Press - California - Neutral
  • Published on 07:41 GMT

    Taiwan medical groups urge WHO to invite Taiwan to WHA as observer

    Taipei, May 9 (CNA) Twenty-one major medical associations in Taiwan urged the World Health Organization (WHO) on Friday to invite Taiwan to participate as an observer in this year's World Health Assembly (WHA) and acknowledge its "contributions to …

    Source: Focus Taiwan - Neutral
  • Published on 01:28 GMT

    Medical Community Rallies Behind Health Insurance Agency in Tobacco Lawsuit Ahead of Appeals Hearing

    The case, which pits public health costs against personal responsibility, could reshape the nation’s tobacco policies and set a powerful legal precedent. (Image created by AI/ChatGPT) SEOUL, May 9 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korea’s medical establishment …

    Source: The Korea Bizwire - Center-right
  • Published on 05:54 GMT

    Column: Country entering ‘dangerous waters’ with this administration

    Dr. Richard Feldman By Dr. Richard Feldman Guest columnist In the short time since President Trump began his second term, there has been a rapid-fire barrage of executive orders conducted in a chaotic and reckless manner, creating anxiety, confusion, and …

    Source: The Republic - Indiana - Pending
  • Published on 04:17 GMT

    Namibia pushes new health rules to strengthen hygiene, care

    WINDHOEK, May 8 (Xinhua) -- Namibia on Thursday marked World Hand Hygiene Day with the launch of new national health guidelines aimed at improving patient care and reinforcing infection prevention practices. Speaking at the event in the Namibian capital of …

    Source: Xinhua News Agency - Gov't Propaganda
  • Published on 07:26 GMT

    Gates Foundation to Spend $200B Before Closing in 2045

    Bill Gates is planning to close his philanthropic foundation in 2045, but not before he ramps up spending on health research and other humanitarian efforts.    STAT News reported Thursday that the Gates Foundation, which launched in 2000, will spend $200  …

    Source: Inside Higher Ed - Neutral
  • Published on 08:49 GMT

    Travel warning issued as popular tourist spot battles deadly virus: ‘Half the world’s population now at risk’

    Travelers headed to Fiji this summer better pack more than just their swimsuits — they might want to add some serious bug spray.  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) just issued a warning for the tropical hotspot as dengue fever cases …

    Source: New York Post - Right-wing
  • Published on 08:02 GMT

    Gates pledges to donate 99pc of fortune, accuses Musk of harming world's poorest

    Bill Gates has pledged to give away 99 per cent of his remaining fortune to his charitable foundation over the next 20 years. The 69-year-old billionaire co-founder of Microsoft also lashed out at Elon Musk, accusing the world's richest man of " …

    Source: ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) - Neutral
  • Published on 08:50 GMT

    Gaza soup kitchens forced to close

    Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza -- Israel's ongoing blockade of humanitarian assistance for Gaza forced a leading aid group to shut its community soup kitchens Thursday as it …

    Source: Arkansas Democrat Gazette - Pending
  • Published on 08:52 GMT

    U.S. Cuts Aid to Zambia Over ‘Systemic Theft’ of Donated Medical Supplies

    Hello and welcome! In today’s trending news stories; 1. On Thursday, May 8, Time Magazine named three Nigerians among its 100 Most Influential People in Global Health: Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, Dr. Ladidi Bako-Aiyegbusi, and Dr. Abasi Ene-Obong. Pate, …

    Source: The News Chronicle - Neutral
  • Published on 03:44 GMT

    FG Moves to Address Food Contamination, Launch Safety Manual

    Onyebuchi Ezigbo in Abuja The federal government has initiated a strategy to tackle contamination of food materials sold in our markets by unveiling a manual that will help in controlling, regulating, and monitoring food safety practices nationwide. The …

    Source: This Day - Pro-Government
  • Published on 09:02 GMT

    Ensuring Equitable Access to Monoclonal Antibodies

    Monoclonal antibody providers must adopt strategic pricing, local manufacturing, and regulatory solutions to ensure equitable access in LMICs. Collaboration, innovation, and ethical commitment are essential to overcoming barriers and advancing global …

    Source: Life Sciences Review - Pending
  • Published on 02:18 GMT

    When public servants pollute the public’s air

    Every morning for the past two weeks, I have awakened to the sharp sting of smoke infiltrating my home. The curtains are heavy with the smell of burnt waste, and my children complain of itchy eyes and sore throats before they even leave for school—a school …

    Source: Business Recorder - Neutral

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