Trump’s aid freeze could cause millions more AIDS deaths: UN agency
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia - President Donald Trump's decision to suspend US overseas funding could result in millions more deaths from AIDS,...
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Global fears spread about Mpox- How worried should you be?
The World Health Organization (WHO) regional director for Europe warned on Thursday that Mpox could spread to other countries after...
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UN dismisses Russia claim of Ukraine-US bioweapons
Russia called a meeting of the 15-member Security Council to repeat its previously made, unsubstantiated claims that Ukraine, with US...
- Washington and Kyiv have denied the existence of laboratories intended to produce biological weapons in Ukraine
- Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the US' envoy to the UN, accused Russia of requesting the meeting jut so it could spread disinformation’
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Why is WHO peeved over Mar 11 Covid anniversary?
The organization says the real alarm came six years earlier March 11, 2020 but "few people bothered to sit up...
- The once-in-a-century pandemic has turned the world upside down, claiming more than six million lives.
- The WHO declared a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) -- the highest level of alarm in the global health regulations -- on January 30, 2020.
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First pig heart transplant patients dies
Following surgery, the transplanted heart had performed very well for several weeks without any signs of rejection.
- The medical team behind the heart transplant said it was 'optimistic' about the future success of cross-species organ donation
- Official data shows that more than 100,000 Americans are waiting for an organ transplant; over 6,000 die each year before getting one
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F&B sector in GCC eyes greater sustainability
Tetra Pak Arabia Managing Director Niels Hougaard explains what lies ahead for F&B companies — bith regionally and globally —...
- Pollution and plastic litter in the ocean are the joint top environmental worry, while global warming is a close second
- GCC countries have launched several initiatives to educate consumers about recycling and sustainable consumption
Economy
Saudi Arabia lifts most Covid-19 restrictions
The decision includes suspending ‘social distancing measures in all open and closed places’ including mosques.
- The Covid-19 pandemic hugely disrupted Muslim pilgrimages, which are usually key revenue earners for the kingdom, bringing in some $12 billion annually
- In 2021, the pandemic forced Saudi Arabia to downsize the hajj for a second year, and just 60,000 fully vaccinated citizens and residents taking part
Geostrategy
UAE sends 46 tons of food supplies to Malawi
Over the past 10 years, the UAE has reportedly sent relief supplies to Malawi amounting to AED85.3 million ($23.23 million).
- The aid is expected to support efforts to meet children's needs for food and nutritional supplements in several villages and regions
- The UAE has reiterated its commitment to a humanitarian approach that supports emergency relief for countries in need
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Dubai Derma 2022 registers $540m in business deals, attracts 21,000 visitors
The Dubai World Dermatology and Laser Conference and Exhibition (Dubai Derma 2022) concluded its 21st edition on Wednesday, and registered...
- It focused on various developments related to cosmetic surgery, lasers, cosmetic dermatology and anti-ageing, among others.
- The conference featured 326 scientific lectures, 79 workshops, and more than 90 scientific poster presentations.
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Two years into the pandemic, is the end in sight?
Scientists warn that potential new variants and unequal vaccination rates threaten any long-awaited return to normality.
- Under the "reasonable best-case" scenario, there will be smaller regional or seasonal outbreaks, as the higher Covid numbers lead to fewer flu cases.
- In the meantime, the WHO emphasizes that the best way to end the acute phase of the pandemic is for rich countries to share their doses rather than boost their populations again.
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PCR testing is a business success in the region
A large number of kits of the PCR test has been manufactured and used across the world in general and...
- The WHO has said the PCR test is one of the most efficient to detect a Covid-19 infection, but also costlier than other methods
- The organization describes has said the test needs to be run at a molecular laboratory, which contributes to the higher cost
Geostrategy
Jordan, Tunisia review bilateral ties, ways to boost health cooperation
The ministers of Jordan and Tunisia discussed ways to enhance bilateral ties, especially in health cooperation. Jordan’s Health Minister Firas...
- Jordan’s Health Minister Firas Al Hawari met with Tunisian counterpart Ali Mrabet on Saturday in Amman
- The ministers reviewed establishing health facilities such as cancer treatment centers and structures for monitoring communicable diseases.
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EU okays updated Pfizer and BioNTech’s anti-Covid vaccine
Adults and children over five require a single shot "irrespective of their Covid-19 vaccination history" while younger children may get...
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Saudi hospital installs world’s first automated medication dispensing machine
Tabuk, Saudi Arabia -- King Salman Hospital in Saudi Arabia’s northwestern region has installed the world's first automated medication dispensing...
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Iran vows to respond if Iraq fails to disarm Kurdish rebels
Tehran, Iran - Iran on Monday warned Iraq that it would take action if Baghdad does not honor its commitment by...
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UAE astronaut Sultan AlNeyadi studies cardiorespiratory impact in space
Dubai, UAE - The UAE astronaut Sultan AlNeyadi on Wednesday participated in a cardiovascular study to examine cardiorespiratory impact in...
- The experiment is a critical analysis of the impact of microgravity on cardiovascular and respiratory functions
- Through the experiment, astronauts aboard the ISS monitor their heart rate, blood pressure,, and ECG using a bio-monitor shirt
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Kuwait looks to boost cooperation with WHO in ‘all health services’
Kuwait City, Kuwait-- Kuwait is looking to strengthen cooperation with the World Health Organization in all health services, according to...
- The minister pointed out to the WHO official how Kuwait addressed health challenges and implemented strategies to handle medical emergencies
- The WHO assistant director praised Kuwait's efforts toward saving lives during global crises, which align with the country’s commitment to the UN Charter
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UAE takes part in G20 joint health-finance ministers meeting
GANDHINAGAR, INDIA - Minister of State for Financial Affairs Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini and Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs...
- The meeting discussed the progress made by the Joint Finance and Health Task Force (JFHTF) this year.
- The UAE participated in the three meetings that the Task Force held this year under the G20 Finance Track.