In a significant move, the Health Ministry has revamped the COVID-19 vaccination rules, making it easier for people to access and complete their vaccination series. The complex system that previously mandated specific vaccine brands for each stage of the vaccination regimen has been discarded. Instead, individuals are now permitted to…
CQC Finds Inadequate Care at Priory Group Hospital The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has issued a stern warning that mental health services failing to demonstrate improvement, whether operated by private firms or the National Health Service (NHS), may face closure. This statement comes in response to the CQC’s assessment of…
At the Shamir-Assaf Harofeh Medical Center located in central Israel, doctors have taken a stand against the Population and Immigration Authority’s request to carry out medical examinations on children of foreign workers. These examinations were intended to confirm the children’s physical fitness for deportation. However, the doctors’ refusal has led…
Surge in HIV Cases in Islamabad and Rawalpindi: Health officials have raised concerns as two treatment and diagnostic centers in Islamabad are witnessing an alarming average of 50 new HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) cases each month. Over the past seven months, a total of 331 new patients have been diagnosed, with a significant number hailing from Rawalpindi and other cities in Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), and Azad Kashmir. Spread of…
A new combination therapy for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer The European Union (EU) has approved AstraZeneca and MSD’s Lynparza (olaparib) in combination with abiraterone and prednisone or prednisolone for the treatment of adult patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) for whom chemotherapy is not clinically indicated. This is the first approval of a PARP inhibitor to demonstrate clinically meaningful benefits in combination with a new hormonal agent for this…
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has emphasized the urgent need for the Covid inquiry to thoroughly investigate the detrimental effects of the UK’s inadequate sick pay system on the country’s response to the pandemic. According to the TUC, the UK had the lowest rate of statutory sick pay (SSP) among the 38 member countries of the OECD, and a significant number of individuals were unable to access it. The TUC…
Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has tested positive for COVID-19 for the second time in less than two weeks, in a rare case of a rebound. He announced the news on his Facebook page on Thursday (Jun 1), saying he feels fine but has to self-isolate until he tests negative using an antigen rapid test (ART). What is a COVID-19 rebound? A COVID-19 rebound is a phenomenon where a person who has recovered from COVID-19 tests positive again after…
The Malawi Human Rights Commission (MHRC) has taken a significant step in the fight against sex-based discrimination by engaging the Gender Technical Working Group of the Blantyre District Council. This engagement is part of the Iceland-funded project, Strengthening Human Rights-based Intervention with a Focus on Sex-based Discrimination in Malawi. The MHRC aims to equip district council officials with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively address and mitigate instances of sex-based discrimination in workplaces and communities. Building Awareness and Promoting…
The deadly cholera outbreak in Malawi has shed light on the urgent need for safer schools and comprehensive hygiene education. Despite being heavily impacted by the outbreak, Machinjiri, Blantyre City’s largest township, continues to bustle with activity. However, open food sales in roadside markets, common among students, are being blamed for fueling cholera transmission in this hard-hit area. To date, the nationwide cholera outbreak has claimed over 1,760 lives and infected approximately 58,800 patients since its first detection in March…
A momentous day of joy and celebration dawned in Jordan as Crown Prince Hussein exchanged vows with his Saudi bride in a spectacular royal wedding. The grand affair was attended by esteemed guests and dignitaries from around the globe, including a surprise arrival of Prince William and his wife Kate. The presence of the British royal couple was unveiled just hours before the ceremony, creating an atmosphere of excitement and anticipation. The wedding, held at the palace, promised to be…
Traffic Incidents in Nangarhar Province Claim One Life and Injure Ten Others Nangarhar province, located in Afghanistan, witnessed two separate traffic incidents on Wednesday, resulting in one fatality and ten individuals sustaining injuries. Abdul Basir Zabali, the spokesperson of the Nangarhar Security Command, attributed these unfortunate events to the negligence of the drivers involved. The incidents occurred in the districts of Chaparhar and Rodat, raising concerns about road safety in the province. The first incident unfolded in Chaparhar district, where…
UNICEF and WHO Collaborate for Covid-19 Vaccine Campaign The second phase of the Covid-19 vaccine campaign in Afghanistan has been launched by UNICEF and the World Health Organization (WHO). The campaign aims to accelerate the vaccination process in the country to combat the spread of the virus. 17 Provinces Covered According to a tweet from UNICEF on May 31st, the campaign will be conducted in 17 provinces of Afghanistan with the support of the International Vaccine Alliance (GAVI). The second…
Clinical and academic activities have come to a halt at Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (ABUTH) in Zaria as the Joint Health Sector Union (JOHESU) nationwide strike enters its sixth day, leading to a serious crisis in healthcare services. Outpatient departments, cash offices, and various other facilities within the hospital remain locked. Skeletal services Despite the prevailing circumstances, a few nurses and doctors were observed providing skeletal services at the Shehu Idris Emergency unit and other wards. Mr. Lawal Bab-Salam,…
Afghanistan Tobacco Usage: A Dangerous Trend The Ministry of Public Health has released alarming statistics related to the usage of tobacco in Afghanistan. The release states that nearly 27% of Afghan citizens use tobacco regularly, with 2.6% of those women. (Read Also: UNICEF Launches Second Phase Covid-19 Vaccine Campaign in Afghanistan) Findings on The Use of Smokeless Tobacco Mohammad Hassan Ghiyathi, the deputy plan and policy of the Ministry of Public Health, reported on the findings of the Ministry of…
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