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Dubai Disaster Medicine Programme Launched
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) launched the ‘Dubai Disaster Medicine Programme’, an initiative aimed at enhancing the city's healthcare readiness and bolstering its public health safety system in preparation for potential medical emergencies. The programme follows its accreditation by the European Centre for Disaster Medicine and the American College of Surgeons, among other accrediting bodies.
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Read more at Government of Dubai Media Office
Mvule Crescent Health Centre Evicted
Mvule Crescent health centre in Jinja city has been evicted from the contested Muslim land on Plot 11-19. This is after Jinja Muslim Club Trustees accused the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council of trespassing on it by acquiring it a freehold certificate of title. Subsequently, the UMSC stormed the premises, claiming the land has been its property since 1958.
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Read more at Monitor
VieProcure Platform - Free, Data-Driven Procurement Solution for Healthcare Providers
Viebeg has developed the online “VieProcure” platform. It offers a free, data-driven procurement solution for hospitals, clinics, pharmacies and other healthcare providers. The platform enables healthcare providers to select from a diverse product range online.
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Read more at iAfrica.com
Gaza Health Ministry Says 60,000 Pregnant Women in Gaza Are Giving Birth Every Month
Wafaa al-Kurd gave birth to a girl weighing nearly six pounds, named Tayma. Since then, her husband has spent his days scouring markets in northern Gaza. Nearly 60,000 pregnant women in Gaza are suffering from malnutrition, dehydration and lack of proper health care.
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Read more at The New York Times
Elevance Health Share Price Rises 66% in the Last 12 Months
During five years of share price growth, Elevance Health achieved compound earnings per share (EPS) growth of 12% per year. Over the last twelve months the stock price has risen a very respectable 11%. You can see below how EPS has changed over time. It is important to consider the total shareholder return, as well as the share price return, for any given stock.
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Read more at Yahoo Finance
10 Rules for Healthy Ramadan Fasting
The Ramadan fasting is expected to begin on Tuesday (March 12) or Wednesday (March 13) this year. It's a period of fasting, repentance, worship and more for the believers. The World Health Organization (WHO) issues guidelines to maintain good health during the month every year and this time too, it has come out with rules for healthy fasting.
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Read more at Onmanorama
The Importance of Mental Health During Ramadan
International SOS is the world's leading provider of medical and security services. It reminds everyone observing Ramadan to prioritise their safety and health by providing expert advice and personalised support. Fasting hours vary by location and will gradually increase throughout the month, as the time to start the fast (Imsak) and end it (Iftar) is directly related to when the sun rises and sets. This year, we want to emphasise the importance of approaching it with a focus
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Read more at TradingView
Hamas-Raised Gaza: At least 31,045 People Killed
the health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza said at least 31,045 people have been killed in the territory during more than five months of war between Israel and Palestinian militants. The latest toll includes 85 deaths over the past 24 hours, a ministry statement said.
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Read more at The Times of India
Sunderland Women's Health Hub Launches
Sunderland women’s health hub at Hylton Medical Practice in Pallion launched on Friday. GP and clinical lead Ruth Thompson said: "Women's healthcare hasn't been so joined up so we want to make it as easy as possible.
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Read more at BBC.com
The Low Self-Reportage of Mental Health Issues in India
The low self-reportage of mental health issues in India is a multifaceted phenomenon deeply intertwined with cultural, societal and systemic factors. In India, traditional beliefs often view mental illness as a moral failing or a result of past karma, leading to stigma and discrimination. For example, high academic expectations in schools may exacerbate stress and anxiety among students, yet seeking support is often viewed as sign of inadequacy.
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Read more at Hindustan Times