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WHO publishes new essential medicines; sweeping impact seenThe World Health Organization (WHO) has published the Model Lists of Essential Medicines (EML) which could have a very large public health impact globally without jeopardising the health budgets of low- and middle-income countries. More… |
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Umbilical stem cells may be the ‘answer to a number of diseases’Umbilical stem cell storage could provide the remedy to a significant number of diseases, according to a session hosted at Arab Health 2023 by Dr Charbel Khalil. “Umbilical cord stem cells are curre More… |
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Immunization gains at risk without health services: WHOShutting down immunization services in the Covid-19 pandemic risks triggering a resurgence of diseases that can be prevented with safe and effective vaccines, warns WHO in the lead-up to World Immunization Week (April 24-30). When More… |
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UAE ministry in tie-up for autoimmune disease careThe UAE’s Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with AbbVie Biopharmaceuticals to enhance innovation, training, healthcare, and awareness about autoimmune diseases. Und More… |
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Bahrain hospital to run adult immunization driveBahrain Specialist Hospital is launching an “Adult Immunization Campaign” which will educate the masses on the importance of getting vaccinated. As part of the campaign, hospital will provide vaccinations at special pr More… |
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Lifestyle diseases to boost pharma demand in SaudiThe significant rise in lifestyle-related diseases and the developments in healthcare infrastructure are expected to influence the demand for pharmaceuticals in Saudi Arabia, said a recent study. The Saudi Arabia pharmaceutical ma More… |
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Bahrain to host major skin diseases, treatments conferenceLeading experts and speakers from around the world as well as the region will discuss and showcase the latest developments in chronic skin disease treatments at the first Dermatology, Laser and Aesthetics Conference in Bahrain. Un More… |
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NYUAD, Abu Dhabi DOH sign research pactNew York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) has signed an agreement with the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DOH) to enable researchers to better understand the risk factors for common diseases among Emiratis. The two organizati More… |
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WHO releases new International Classification of DiseasesThe World Health Organization (WHO) is today releasing its new International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11). The ICD is the foundation for identifying health trends and statistics worldwide, and contains around 55 000 u More… |
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Gulf Air backs Dreams Society with children’s initiativeBahrain national carrier Gulf Air recently partnered with Dreams Society, a non-profit organisation established in 2011 with a mission to fulfil the dreams of children affected with terminal illnesses and debilitating diseases, . More… |
