ecns.cn (2024-12-04). China seen as fertile land for pharma firms. ecns.cn China's massive consumer base, strengthened intellectual property protection, and enhanced innovation climate are converging to foster a fertile landscape for pharmaceutical companies to bring their cutting-edge drugs to the market.

The Independent (2024-12-04). Afreximbank, Med Aditus partner to boost Kenya's pharmaceutical production. independent.co.ug The project's strategic location in Kisumu, at the heart of the Great Lakes Region gives it access to markets in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, DR Congo, Rwanda, Burundi and South Sudan Kisumu, Kenya | THE INDEPENDENT | Africa's multi-lateral lender, African Export-Import Bank and Kenya-based Med Aditus Pharmaceutical Kenya Limited (Med Aditus) have signed a project preparation …

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-04). Mayo Clinic Minute: Can diet help with inflammatory bowel disease? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editor's note: Dec. 1-7 is Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Week Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic inflammation of the digestive tract. It includes conditions such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. People with IBD may experience persistent symptoms like frequent diarrhea, weight loss, abdominal pain and fatigue. There is no cure and no exact cause, though researchers continue to look at how genes, the microbiome and environmental factors play a role in this chronic…

aljazeera (2024-12-04). People walk miles searching for bread amid Gaza's war shortages. aljazeera.com Millions of Palestinians face the threat of famine as food supplies reach new lows.

Staff (2024-12-04). IDF claims Hezbollah liaison to Syrian army killed in Damascus airstrike. haaretz.com LEBANON: Reports in Lebanon: Israeli strikes southern Lebanon's Marjayoun ‚ñ ISRAEL: Netanyahu in northern Israel: 'We are currently in a cease-fire, the war has not ended' ‚ñ GAZA: Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry: 36 killed, 96 wounded in the Strip over past day ‚ñ IRAN: Iran's FM says troop deployment to Syria possible, if Damascus requests ‚ñ SYRIA: IDF says it killed Hezbollah liaison to the Syrian Army in Damascus airstrike…

greenleft.org.au (2024-12-04). Healthcare workers protest Israel's targeting of healthcare infrastructure, workers. greenleft.org.au

WSWS (2024-12-04). New Zealand nurses hold eight-hour strike. wsws.org The nationwide strike by 36,000 nurses and healthcare workers was in response to the government's decision to slash real wages and cut staff, and its other attacks on public healthcare.

aa.com.tr (2024-12-04). ABD'nin à∂nde gelen saƒülƒ±k sigorta ≈üirketinin CEO'su Thompson silahlƒ± saldƒ±rƒ±da à∂ldàºràºldàº. aa.com.tr ABD'nin en bàºyàºk saƒülƒ±k sigorta ≈üirketlerinden UnitedHealthcare'in àúst Yà∂neticisi (CEO) Brian Thompson, New York'ta uƒüradƒ±ƒüƒ± silahlƒ± saldƒ±rƒ± sonucu hayatƒ±nƒ± kaybetti.

ecns.cn (2024-12-04). New multipurpose service card to assist expats in Jiaxing. ecns.cn Jiaxing City in eastern China's Zhejiang Province has introduced the country's first integrated card for foreigners, known as the "Join In Card." This innovation grants access to 264 services across eight essential sectors, including government affairs, finance, culture and tourism, transportation, and healthcare.

ecns.cn (2024-12-04). China-Laos Mohan Railway Port designated international sanitary ground crossing. ecns.cn The Mohan Railway Port on the China-Laos Railway was designated as an international sanitary ground crossing by the World Health Organization following an on-site assessment on Tuesday.

Collective (2024-12-04). Ukrainian care workers' union growth shows strength, resilience during war. internationalviewpoint.org In the heart of a war-torn nation, Ukraine's care workers are showing extraordinary resilience and unity in some of the most difficult conditions imaginable. Through their union Be Like Nina (BLN), these healthcare heroes are organizing under challenging circumstances not just to protect their livelihoods and improve their jobs but also to strengthen a healthcare system stretched to its limits. | – | / |

marketing (2024-12-04). Water Fluoridation Helps Prevent Tooth Decay How Growing Opposition Threatens A 70-Year-Old Health Practice #Water #Fluoridation #Helps #Prevent #Tooth #Decay #Growing #Opposition #Threatens #70-Year-Old #Health #Practice #Vaccines #Pills #Doctor #Hospital #Pandemic. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Driving through downtown Dallas, you might see a striking banner hanging at the U-turn bridge, near the Walnut Hill exit on Central Expressway (US 75): Stop …

newarab (2024-12-04). UN urges Afghan Taliban not to block women's medical training. newarab.com The UN mission to Afghanistan on Wednesday urged the A health ministry source and managers from private medical institutes, which offer training in subjects such as midwifery and nursing, told AFP on Tuesday the public health ministry had issued a directive fr…

Ann Brown (2024-12-04). Oakland Hip-Hop Artist Saafir, Former Tupac Roommate And 'Harold' From 'Menace II Society' Film, Passes Away At 54. moguldom.com Innovative Oakland Hip-Hop artist Saafir, known for blending raw street narratives with avant-garde jazz influences, died on Nov. 19 at 54. His family confirmed that he passed surrounded by loved ones. While the cause of death was not disclosed, Saafir faced longstanding health challenges, including complications from spinal surgery and spinal cancer, The San Francisco …

Reuters (2024-12-04). UnitedHealthcare CEO shot dead in New York, prompting hunt for masked gunman. scmp.com The suspect appears to have lain in wait for victim Brian Thompson, who was killed just before a company investor conference.

Jake Offenhartz, Karen Matthews (2024-12-04). UnitedHealthcare CEO is killed in a 'targeted shooting' outside a New York hotel, officials say. whyy.org UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was killed Wednesday morning in what investigators suspect was a targeted shooting outside a Manhattan hotel where the health insurer was holding an investor conference. | New York Gov. Kathy Hochul called it a "horrific and targeted shooting." New York City Mayor Eric Adams said, "This was not what appears to be a just random act of violence." | Thompson, 50, was set to speak at an investor meeting when he was gunned down around 6: 45 a.m. outside the New York Hilton Midtown by a shooter who fled on a bicycle, according to the New York Police Department. | Thompson was taken to…

Reuters (2024-12-04). UnitedHealthcare CEO shot dead in New York City's Midtown Manhattan. scmp.com There are no arrests at this time, and the investigation is active and ongoing.

channelnewsasia (2024-12-04). Singapore blocks access to online gender clinic GenderGP due to 'public health risk'. channelnewsasia.com The Ministry of Health had warned GenderGP in October to stop providing unlicensed outpatient medical services to Singapore-based users.

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-04). Tips for coping with an anxiety disorder. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Having occasional feelings of anxiety is a normal part of life, but people with anxiety disorders experience frequent and excessive anxiety, fear, terror and panic in everyday situations. These feelings are unhealthy if they affect your quality of life and prevent you from functioning normally. Common symptoms of anxiety disorders include: Experiencing a sense of impending panic, danger or doom Feeling helpless Feeling nervous Hyperventilation Increased heart rate Obsessively thinking about the panic trigger Sweating Trembling…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-04). In case you missed it: This week's Top 5 stories on social media. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Check out a few of the most popular News Network stories on @mayoclinic social media this past week. Laparoscopic Whipple procedure for pancreatic cancer One key treatment option for pancreatic cancer is the Whipple procedure, a complex surgery that removes the head of the pancreas. There are three approaches to this challenging surgery: open, laparoscopic and robotic.‚Å What makes oatmeal the ideal breakfast for heart health and weight loss? Oatmeal is a nutritious, inexpensive and…

The Independent (2024-12-04). Data-driven fight against malaria a lifeline for Uganda. independent.co.ug KAMPALA, UGANDA | Patricia Akankwatsa | As Uganda continues its relentless fight against malaria, the 2024 Malaria Indicator Survey (MIS) is an important step toward achieving a malaria-free future. By collecting accurate and timely data, health officials aim to understand the prevalence of malaria better, identify high-risk areas, and refine prevention and treatment strategies. The MIS …

The Independent (2024-12-04). Mpox: Uganda reports 3 more deaths as confirmed cases hit 784. independent.co.ug KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda said on Tuesday that it registered another three mpox deaths, bringing the total number of laboratory-confirmed fatalities to four in the East African country. Henry Kyobe Bosa, incident commander at Uganda's Ministry of Health, told Xinhua over the phone that two deaths were recorded at Entebbe Regional Referral Hospital, …

marketing (2024-12-04). Is Masculine Anxiety Spurring Support For Trump Among Gen Z? #Masculine #Anxiety #Spurring #Support #Trump #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | For the past few years, right-wing media have argued that the U.S. is plagued by a masculinity crisis , whether it's former Fox News anchor Tucker Carlson warning of …

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-01). Mayo researchers develop AI-enhanced strategy to personalize medication alerts. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Jean Marrero-Polanco (left ) and Caroline Grant (right) collaborate on concepts for their study. Courtesy of Marrero-Polanco and Grant. Electronic health records are increasingly including technology-aided predictions of how patients may respond to specific medications, known as pharmacogenomic alerts. Two Mayo Clinic Ph.D. candidates are exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to make these alerts more actionable and less intrusive for clinicians, who can suffer from alert overload. In a new study, Ph.D….

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-01). Mayo Clinic Minute: What is inflammatory bowel disease? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) affects an estimated 1.6 million Americans. In fact, there are more than 70,000 new cases of IBD in the United States each year, according to the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation. IBD is a chronic condition that causes inflammation in the digestive tract, but it can also affect other areas of the body. Crohn's and Colitis (both classified as IBD) Awareness Week is observed each year from Dec. 1-7. Dr. Victor Chedid,…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-01). Mayo Clinic Minute: Knowing your family health history could save your life. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Does cancer, kidney disease or high blood pressure run in your family? Knowing your family health history is crucial. The holidays are the perfect time to share family health information with your loved ones. The Office of the Surgeon General declared Thanksgiving as National Family History Day to encourage families to share information about family medical issues that may be inherited or passed down through genetics. Dr. Tina Ardon, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-01). Innovative blood analysis technique reveals insights into giant cell arteritis. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic researchers have identified key protein patterns in the blood that could improve how doctors diagnose and monitor giant cell arteritis, a chronic autoimmune disease that causes inflammation in blood vessels. The condition often affects arteries in the head and can lead to vision loss or stroke if untreated. The new research, led by Jaeyun Sung, Ph.D., and Kenneth Warrington, M.D., lays the groundwork for more accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment approaches. In the…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-01). A diagnosis and hope for a journey back to health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org JoAnne Michael on vacation in Croatia. JoAnne Michael doesn't remember much about 2018. That year, at the age of 45, she began having cognitive issues, including memory loss, confusion, and brain seizures. Her symptoms were caused by a rare autoimmune disease called GABA-A-R antibody encephalitis, but JoAnne, an environmental consultant from Carson City, Nevada, didn't know that until later, when a sample of her cerebrospinal fluid was sent to Mayo Clinic's Neuroimmunology Laboratory in Rochester,…

Isidro Estrada Dela (2024-12-01). Belize encourages innovative anti-AIDS programs. plenglish.com The commission's executive director Enrique Romero, told the press that under the theme "on the path of rights," the national strategy should focus on the need to obtain better results from the response to the epidemic. | The commission's move, Romero clarified, adheres to the call from the United Nations Organization for 2024, encouraging the world to strengthen unity in supporting people who live with the Acquired Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), which causes AIDS, and for nations to advance in designing relevant programs. | After acknowledging that local health authorities provide free medicines to patients and o…

hindustantimes (2024-12-01). Kash Patel: Trump Picks Indian-American Ally As FBI Director; 'Will End Crime Epidemic' | US News. hindustantimes.com US President-elect Donald Trump picked Kash Patel as the new director of the FBI. Patel will replace current FBI director Christopher A. Wray three years before his term expires. In a post on Truth Social, Trump praised Patel as "a brilliant lawyer, investigator, and 'America First' fighter who has spent his career exposing corruption, defending justice, and protecting the American people."

npr.org (2024-12-01). World Central Kitchen workers killed by Israeli airstrike, Gaza health ministry says

An Israeli airstrike hit a car in the Gaza Strip on Saturday, killing five people, including at least three workers with the charity World Central Kitchen, according to Gaza's health ministry.

ICRC (2024-12-01). Armenia: Helping health-care professionals acquire essential life-saving skills. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-12-01). Afghanistan: Supporting primary health care for people most in need. icrc.org

UMMID (2024-12-01). Israel uses weapons that vaporize Palestinians. ummid.com Dr. Munir Al-Bursh, Director General of the Ministry of Health, said Israeli airstrikes reduce residential buildings to rubble and dust, and caused many victims to vaporize.

EDWIN (2024-12-01). Check your HIV status, urges Dr Nobatyi. sanews.gov.za Check your HIV status, urges Dr Nobatyi | "People must be encouraged to test for and know their HIV status as this will save lives," says Senior Clinical Manager, Dr Phumza Nobatyi. | Dr Nobatyi was speaking to SAnews on the sidelines of the World Aids Day commemoration at the Sisa Dukashe stadium in Mdantsane, in the Eastern Cape on Sunday. | She said living with HIV was no longer like in the past when people were dying because there was no treatment available. | Today, patients with HIV are living healthy and normal lives. "It's not a death sentence, it can be treated," she said. | Dr Nobatyi is a Senior Clinic…

____ (2024-12-01). Trump's Controversial Cabinet: Key Picks and Policy Implications. devdiscourse.com President-elect Donald Trump has unveiled his cabinet choices, featuring a mix of hedge fund investors, former politicians, and media personalities. This lineup represents a sharp pivot in several key policy areas, particularly in defense, health, and intelligence.

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-01). Mayo Clinic Minute: A cardiologist's tips for a healthy heart. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Today's age of quick access to information, constant updates on medical advancements and health recommendations make it easy to get overwhelmed. But when it comes to maintaining a healthy heart, Dr. Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, has some important and simple tips he'd like to share with everyone. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 05) is in the downloads at the end of…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-01). Mayo Clinic Minute: How to make healthy holiday food choices. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org During Thanksgiving, food often takes center stage at gatherings of friends and family. The focus is on turkey, pie and all the sides. But it also can challenge healthy eating habits. Andrea Delgado, a Mayo Clinic dietitian, says that by paying attention to how much you eat and how often, you can make healthy food choices during the holidays. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 01) is in the downloads at the end…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-01). Home blood pressure monitoring benefits Dan Knapp. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images At 77, Dan Knapp prioritizes his health. "For the past twelve years, I've scheduled annual visits to monitor my conditions," says Knapp, a longtime patient at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. "It gives me peace of mind, knowing I'm doing everything I can to stay ahead of any potential issues." During these visits, Dan meets with his primary care team to discuss medication and lifestyle changes that may affect his well-being. The team…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-01). What makes oatmeal the ideal breakfast for heart health and weight loss? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Oatmeal is a nutritious, inexpensive and versatile way to incorporate whole grains into your diet and help you start your morning off right. Oats made history when they became the first food with a Food and Drug Administration health claim label in 1997. This claim was related to heart health and showed that intake of whole oat products decreased blood cholesterol levels. What makes oats so healthy? Oats contain a type of soluble fiber called beta-glucan, which lowers blood…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-01). Why Thanksgiving is the perfect time to share family health history. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org As you gather around the table this Thanksgiving to share meals, stories and traditions, consider taking a moment to talk about something that could save lives: your family's health history. Thanksgiving Day is recognized as Family Health History Day, a national call to raise awareness of inherited health risks. Mayo Clinic experts are encouraging families to use the holiday to identify these risks and take proactive steps toward prevention. "Hereditary conditions range from autoimmune disorders…

The Independent (2024-12-01). Study: Campaign health workers satisfied with cashless payments. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Evidence from a study by Makerere University School of Public Health suggests that adopting digital payment for health workers involved in short-term contracts for health campaigns helps eliminate fraud and other challenges associated with handling cash. Speaking at a results dissemination event, Prof. Peter Waiswa, a researcher at the School …

ecns.cn (2024-12-01). Xizang sees significant advances in healthcare. ecns.cn The health levels of residents in the Xizang autonomous region has reached an all-time high in history thanks to a combination of funds and medical aid projects dedicated to boosting the region's healthcare sector.

News Desk, The Cradle. (2024-12-01). Over 800 Euro Banks Invest In Companies Supporting Illegal Settlements. popularresistance.org The Don't Buy into Occupation (DBIO) coalition has issued its 2024 report highlighting the international companies and financial institutions that are actively involved with illegal Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank. | The DBIO coalition is a joint project between 24 Palestinian, regional, and European organizations. | The newly released report shows that over the past three years, "822 European financial institutions (including banks, asset managers, insurance companies, and pension funds) had financial relationships with 58 companies that are actively involved with illegal Israeli settlements in the…

The Independent (2024-12-01). Researchers: Finding HIV cure still high on agenda. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As they held a candlelight event in remembrance of those who died of AIDS, researchers at the Makerere University Walter Reed Project (MUWRP) said despite Uganda getting involved in many botched trials to find an effective vaccine, the country still needs a cure suitable for the Uganda setting. Speaking at …

Isidro Estrada Dela (2024-12-01). Covid-19 cases in Italy drop 17 percent. plenglish.com Rome, Dec 1 (Prensa Latina) From November 21 to 27, Italy registered 2,122 cases of Covid-19, a 17.1 percent decrease compared to the 2,561 reported the previous week, an official report said today.

Robert Malone (2024-11-30). Cavity and Periodontal Disease Prevention. dissidentvoice.org Our teeth are our only permanent body part, so it makes sense that they must be cared for if you are going to live a long, healthy life. Unlike the rest of our body, once formed, they are not continually rebuilt through routine metabolism. Teeth are, under healthy conditions, essentially indestructible, as demonstrated by fossil …

EcoWaste Coalition (2024-11-30). EcoWaste Coalition Backs Recall of Mini Toy Sets with Toxic Resins. pressenza.com FDA Announces Recall of Specific Miniverse Toys Due to Health-damaging Acrylates | 30 November 2024, Quezon City. The toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition gave the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) a thumbs up for issuing a toy safety advisory that will protect children from being harmed by acrylates in liquid form, which pose a safety risk to consumers, especially kids. | The FDA through Advisory No. 2024-1621 issued on November 28 and posted on the agency's website on November 29 informed the public about the voluntary recall of 15 specific types of Miniverse mini toys for containing hydroxyethyl methacryl…

Rhoda Wilson (2024-11-30). Covid-19: The Greatest Hoax in History. expose-news.com Reminding us that the covid "vaccines" are toxic and more harmful than all drugs, even illegal ones, Dr. Vernon Coleman shares the forward to his book 'Covid-19: The Greatest Hoax in History' …