Cameroon Launches Vaccination Drive to Curb Outbreak of Yellow Fever
Cameroon began immunizing children and adults against yellow fever as part of preventive response intervention after confirmation of cases.
The vaccination campaign, which will run until July 30, is carried out in all the nine health districts of Dou…
Study Discerns Alzheimer’s Vulnerability, Resilience Factors
A Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) study published in Nature reveals new insights into the vulnerability of specific cells and circuits in Alzheimer’s disease, as well as factors that may help some individuals remain cognitively resilient d…
New Drug that Achieves Amazing Results in Treating Diabetes Developed
A team of American scientists has achieved great progress in treating diabetes, by developing a new drug that enhances insulin-producing cells by 700 percent.
During a study conducted by scientists from Mount Sinai Hospital in Manhattan and the Clini…
Thousands of cholera cases recorded worldwide
Geneva – Ma’an – The World Health Organization announced that thousands of cholera cases were recorded during the month of June, and that at least 160 people died due to the disease.
According to the organization’s statement, infections and deaths we…
US declares deadly disease outbreak in 12 states
Washington – Ma’an – The US Centers for Disease Control announced the spread of listeriosis, or what is known as Listeria, in 12 states at the same time.
The center stated in its statement that two people died due to the disease, and 28 others were t…
KFSHRC Successfully Treats Severe Case of ‘Xanthoma’ After 26 Years of Suffering
Jeddah, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC) in Jeddah has achieved a significant breakthrough in treating severe Xanthoma by implementing an advanced plasma exchange protocol, a KFSHRC press release said. This milestone highli…
Saudi Food and Drug Authority Launches Multi-Lingual Awareness Campaign During Hajj Season
Riyadh: The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has carried out a comprehensive awareness campaign to safeguard the health and safety of pilgrims undertaking Hajj in 1445 AH.
The initiative includes awareness pavilions at King Abdulaziz Internationa…
Expert: The world is not ready to face another pandemic
Bethlehem – Together – A global health expert warned that the world is not prepared for another health crisis like ‘Covid-19,’ as countries make a final push to agree on a way to move forward with a treaty on the pandemic.
Member states of the World …