Microplastics Found in Arteries May Be Linked to Heart Attacks and Strokes 05/04/2024 Maayan Hoffman Doctors and scientists are concerned about the impact of plastics, not only on the environment but on human health – and new research has found a potential link between microplastics and heart attacks and strokes. When plastics enter the environment, humans may inhale or ingest them. Moreover, just as plastics can take centuries to break […] Continue reading -> Continued Mpox Outbreak Leads US to Re-examine Smallpox Readiness 03/04/2024 Sophia Samantaroy In the wake of surging mpox cases in the DRC and the emergence of novel orthopoxviruses, the US needs to rapidly bolster its smallpox readiness, preparedness, and response, according to a new report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. The report brought together experts from across the country to critically evaluate the […] Continue reading -> WHO Launches ‘CoViNet’ to Track Evolution and Spread of High-Threat Coronaviruses 01/04/2024 Maayan Hoffman The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a new network, CoViNet, aimed at identifying, monitoring, and evaluating SARS-CoV-2, MERS-CoV, and emerging coronaviruses that pose significant public health risks. The program expands on the WHO COVID-19 reference laboratory network, established in January 2020, in the early days of the pandemic. Originally, the network’s primary goal was […] Continue reading -> Israel Withdraws From Gaza’s Al Shifa Hospital – Large Portions of Facility Destroyed in Fighting 01/04/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher Israel said Monday that its forces had withdrawn from Shifa Hospital, Gaza’s largest health facility, after two weeks of fierce fighting with Hamas gunmen barricaded inside that destroyed large parts of the facility, including the surgery, maternity and emergency wards. WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said Sunday evening that some 21 patients had died […] Continue reading -> Older Women and Those With Disabilities Are More at Risk of Abuse 27/03/2024 Zuzanna Stawiska Women over the age of 60 and women with disabilities, face a higher risk of abuse yet their experiences are largely hidden in most data, according to two new publications released today by the World Health Organization (WHO). Where there is data, these groups face high prevalence, with one systematic review finding greater risks of […] Continue reading -> WHO Welcomes UN Security Council Resolution on Gaza Ceasefire – As Battles Rage Around Three Gaza Hospitals 25/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO Director General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Monday welcomed a UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire and the assurance of humanitarian aid in Gaza, and the immediate release of all hostages. The resolution, which passed with a vote of 14 in favor and the United States abstaining, was the first resolution to […] Continue reading -> WHO Says It Is Trying to Expedite Mpox Vaccination in DRC – But Faces Multiple Hurdles 24/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO officials said that they are trying to expedite delivery of mpox vaccines to outbreak-stricken DR Congo through talks with the world’s only two mpox vaccine manufacturers, as well as appeals for vaccine donations and negotiations with DRC officials. But speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, WHO’s Dr Mike Ryan, Executive Director of Health […] Continue reading -> Indian Pharma Companies Under Investigation For Poor Drug Quality Donate Millions to Political Parties 19/03/2024 Editorial team Seven Indian pharmaceutical companies made donations to domestic political parties while they were under investigation for substandard drug production, according to an investigation published in Scroll. The companies named in the investigation included Hetero Labs and Hetero Healthcare, Torrent Pharma, Zydus Healthcare, Glenmark, Cipla, IPCA Laboratories Limited, and Intas Pharmaceutical. They were under investigation for […] Continue reading -> WHO Deplores More Fighting At Gaza’s Shifa Hospital – UN Report Warns of ‘Imminent’ Famine 18/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO Director General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus deplored renewed fighting Monday and Tuesday in and around northern Gaza’s Shifa Hospital, the largest medical compound in the besieged enclave, saying that “hospitals should never be battlegrounds.” He also noted that the hospital, originally the largest and most advanced in Gaza, had only “recently restored minimal health […] Continue reading -> WHO Issues New Guidance for Reducing Avoidable Harm from Medicines 14/03/2024 Zuzanna Stawiska As many as one in 20 patients experience avoidable side effects from medication that they use, with this figure rising to 7% in developing countries. The causes range from taking the medication at the wrong time, which could result in minor side effects, to taking an inappropriate drug, which might result in unpredicted harm as […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
Continued Mpox Outbreak Leads US to Re-examine Smallpox Readiness 03/04/2024 Sophia Samantaroy In the wake of surging mpox cases in the DRC and the emergence of novel orthopoxviruses, the US needs to rapidly bolster its smallpox readiness, preparedness, and response, according to a new report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. The report brought together experts from across the country to critically evaluate the […] Continue reading -> WHO Launches ‘CoViNet’ to Track Evolution and Spread of High-Threat Coronaviruses 01/04/2024 Maayan Hoffman The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a new network, CoViNet, aimed at identifying, monitoring, and evaluating SARS-CoV-2, MERS-CoV, and emerging coronaviruses that pose significant public health risks. The program expands on the WHO COVID-19 reference laboratory network, established in January 2020, in the early days of the pandemic. Originally, the network’s primary goal was […] Continue reading -> Israel Withdraws From Gaza’s Al Shifa Hospital – Large Portions of Facility Destroyed in Fighting 01/04/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher Israel said Monday that its forces had withdrawn from Shifa Hospital, Gaza’s largest health facility, after two weeks of fierce fighting with Hamas gunmen barricaded inside that destroyed large parts of the facility, including the surgery, maternity and emergency wards. WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said Sunday evening that some 21 patients had died […] Continue reading -> Older Women and Those With Disabilities Are More at Risk of Abuse 27/03/2024 Zuzanna Stawiska Women over the age of 60 and women with disabilities, face a higher risk of abuse yet their experiences are largely hidden in most data, according to two new publications released today by the World Health Organization (WHO). Where there is data, these groups face high prevalence, with one systematic review finding greater risks of […] Continue reading -> WHO Welcomes UN Security Council Resolution on Gaza Ceasefire – As Battles Rage Around Three Gaza Hospitals 25/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO Director General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Monday welcomed a UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire and the assurance of humanitarian aid in Gaza, and the immediate release of all hostages. The resolution, which passed with a vote of 14 in favor and the United States abstaining, was the first resolution to […] Continue reading -> WHO Says It Is Trying to Expedite Mpox Vaccination in DRC – But Faces Multiple Hurdles 24/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO officials said that they are trying to expedite delivery of mpox vaccines to outbreak-stricken DR Congo through talks with the world’s only two mpox vaccine manufacturers, as well as appeals for vaccine donations and negotiations with DRC officials. But speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, WHO’s Dr Mike Ryan, Executive Director of Health […] Continue reading -> Indian Pharma Companies Under Investigation For Poor Drug Quality Donate Millions to Political Parties 19/03/2024 Editorial team Seven Indian pharmaceutical companies made donations to domestic political parties while they were under investigation for substandard drug production, according to an investigation published in Scroll. The companies named in the investigation included Hetero Labs and Hetero Healthcare, Torrent Pharma, Zydus Healthcare, Glenmark, Cipla, IPCA Laboratories Limited, and Intas Pharmaceutical. They were under investigation for […] Continue reading -> WHO Deplores More Fighting At Gaza’s Shifa Hospital – UN Report Warns of ‘Imminent’ Famine 18/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO Director General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus deplored renewed fighting Monday and Tuesday in and around northern Gaza’s Shifa Hospital, the largest medical compound in the besieged enclave, saying that “hospitals should never be battlegrounds.” He also noted that the hospital, originally the largest and most advanced in Gaza, had only “recently restored minimal health […] Continue reading -> WHO Issues New Guidance for Reducing Avoidable Harm from Medicines 14/03/2024 Zuzanna Stawiska As many as one in 20 patients experience avoidable side effects from medication that they use, with this figure rising to 7% in developing countries. The causes range from taking the medication at the wrong time, which could result in minor side effects, to taking an inappropriate drug, which might result in unpredicted harm as […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
WHO Launches ‘CoViNet’ to Track Evolution and Spread of High-Threat Coronaviruses 01/04/2024 Maayan Hoffman The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a new network, CoViNet, aimed at identifying, monitoring, and evaluating SARS-CoV-2, MERS-CoV, and emerging coronaviruses that pose significant public health risks. The program expands on the WHO COVID-19 reference laboratory network, established in January 2020, in the early days of the pandemic. Originally, the network’s primary goal was […] Continue reading -> Israel Withdraws From Gaza’s Al Shifa Hospital – Large Portions of Facility Destroyed in Fighting 01/04/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher Israel said Monday that its forces had withdrawn from Shifa Hospital, Gaza’s largest health facility, after two weeks of fierce fighting with Hamas gunmen barricaded inside that destroyed large parts of the facility, including the surgery, maternity and emergency wards. WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said Sunday evening that some 21 patients had died […] Continue reading -> Older Women and Those With Disabilities Are More at Risk of Abuse 27/03/2024 Zuzanna Stawiska Women over the age of 60 and women with disabilities, face a higher risk of abuse yet their experiences are largely hidden in most data, according to two new publications released today by the World Health Organization (WHO). Where there is data, these groups face high prevalence, with one systematic review finding greater risks of […] Continue reading -> WHO Welcomes UN Security Council Resolution on Gaza Ceasefire – As Battles Rage Around Three Gaza Hospitals 25/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO Director General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Monday welcomed a UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire and the assurance of humanitarian aid in Gaza, and the immediate release of all hostages. The resolution, which passed with a vote of 14 in favor and the United States abstaining, was the first resolution to […] Continue reading -> WHO Says It Is Trying to Expedite Mpox Vaccination in DRC – But Faces Multiple Hurdles 24/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO officials said that they are trying to expedite delivery of mpox vaccines to outbreak-stricken DR Congo through talks with the world’s only two mpox vaccine manufacturers, as well as appeals for vaccine donations and negotiations with DRC officials. But speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, WHO’s Dr Mike Ryan, Executive Director of Health […] Continue reading -> Indian Pharma Companies Under Investigation For Poor Drug Quality Donate Millions to Political Parties 19/03/2024 Editorial team Seven Indian pharmaceutical companies made donations to domestic political parties while they were under investigation for substandard drug production, according to an investigation published in Scroll. The companies named in the investigation included Hetero Labs and Hetero Healthcare, Torrent Pharma, Zydus Healthcare, Glenmark, Cipla, IPCA Laboratories Limited, and Intas Pharmaceutical. They were under investigation for […] Continue reading -> WHO Deplores More Fighting At Gaza’s Shifa Hospital – UN Report Warns of ‘Imminent’ Famine 18/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO Director General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus deplored renewed fighting Monday and Tuesday in and around northern Gaza’s Shifa Hospital, the largest medical compound in the besieged enclave, saying that “hospitals should never be battlegrounds.” He also noted that the hospital, originally the largest and most advanced in Gaza, had only “recently restored minimal health […] Continue reading -> WHO Issues New Guidance for Reducing Avoidable Harm from Medicines 14/03/2024 Zuzanna Stawiska As many as one in 20 patients experience avoidable side effects from medication that they use, with this figure rising to 7% in developing countries. The causes range from taking the medication at the wrong time, which could result in minor side effects, to taking an inappropriate drug, which might result in unpredicted harm as […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
Israel Withdraws From Gaza’s Al Shifa Hospital – Large Portions of Facility Destroyed in Fighting 01/04/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher Israel said Monday that its forces had withdrawn from Shifa Hospital, Gaza’s largest health facility, after two weeks of fierce fighting with Hamas gunmen barricaded inside that destroyed large parts of the facility, including the surgery, maternity and emergency wards. WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said Sunday evening that some 21 patients had died […] Continue reading -> Older Women and Those With Disabilities Are More at Risk of Abuse 27/03/2024 Zuzanna Stawiska Women over the age of 60 and women with disabilities, face a higher risk of abuse yet their experiences are largely hidden in most data, according to two new publications released today by the World Health Organization (WHO). Where there is data, these groups face high prevalence, with one systematic review finding greater risks of […] Continue reading -> WHO Welcomes UN Security Council Resolution on Gaza Ceasefire – As Battles Rage Around Three Gaza Hospitals 25/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO Director General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Monday welcomed a UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire and the assurance of humanitarian aid in Gaza, and the immediate release of all hostages. The resolution, which passed with a vote of 14 in favor and the United States abstaining, was the first resolution to […] Continue reading -> WHO Says It Is Trying to Expedite Mpox Vaccination in DRC – But Faces Multiple Hurdles 24/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO officials said that they are trying to expedite delivery of mpox vaccines to outbreak-stricken DR Congo through talks with the world’s only two mpox vaccine manufacturers, as well as appeals for vaccine donations and negotiations with DRC officials. But speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, WHO’s Dr Mike Ryan, Executive Director of Health […] Continue reading -> Indian Pharma Companies Under Investigation For Poor Drug Quality Donate Millions to Political Parties 19/03/2024 Editorial team Seven Indian pharmaceutical companies made donations to domestic political parties while they were under investigation for substandard drug production, according to an investigation published in Scroll. The companies named in the investigation included Hetero Labs and Hetero Healthcare, Torrent Pharma, Zydus Healthcare, Glenmark, Cipla, IPCA Laboratories Limited, and Intas Pharmaceutical. They were under investigation for […] Continue reading -> WHO Deplores More Fighting At Gaza’s Shifa Hospital – UN Report Warns of ‘Imminent’ Famine 18/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO Director General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus deplored renewed fighting Monday and Tuesday in and around northern Gaza’s Shifa Hospital, the largest medical compound in the besieged enclave, saying that “hospitals should never be battlegrounds.” He also noted that the hospital, originally the largest and most advanced in Gaza, had only “recently restored minimal health […] Continue reading -> WHO Issues New Guidance for Reducing Avoidable Harm from Medicines 14/03/2024 Zuzanna Stawiska As many as one in 20 patients experience avoidable side effects from medication that they use, with this figure rising to 7% in developing countries. The causes range from taking the medication at the wrong time, which could result in minor side effects, to taking an inappropriate drug, which might result in unpredicted harm as […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
Older Women and Those With Disabilities Are More at Risk of Abuse 27/03/2024 Zuzanna Stawiska Women over the age of 60 and women with disabilities, face a higher risk of abuse yet their experiences are largely hidden in most data, according to two new publications released today by the World Health Organization (WHO). Where there is data, these groups face high prevalence, with one systematic review finding greater risks of […] Continue reading -> WHO Welcomes UN Security Council Resolution on Gaza Ceasefire – As Battles Rage Around Three Gaza Hospitals 25/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO Director General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Monday welcomed a UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire and the assurance of humanitarian aid in Gaza, and the immediate release of all hostages. The resolution, which passed with a vote of 14 in favor and the United States abstaining, was the first resolution to […] Continue reading -> WHO Says It Is Trying to Expedite Mpox Vaccination in DRC – But Faces Multiple Hurdles 24/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO officials said that they are trying to expedite delivery of mpox vaccines to outbreak-stricken DR Congo through talks with the world’s only two mpox vaccine manufacturers, as well as appeals for vaccine donations and negotiations with DRC officials. But speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, WHO’s Dr Mike Ryan, Executive Director of Health […] Continue reading -> Indian Pharma Companies Under Investigation For Poor Drug Quality Donate Millions to Political Parties 19/03/2024 Editorial team Seven Indian pharmaceutical companies made donations to domestic political parties while they were under investigation for substandard drug production, according to an investigation published in Scroll. The companies named in the investigation included Hetero Labs and Hetero Healthcare, Torrent Pharma, Zydus Healthcare, Glenmark, Cipla, IPCA Laboratories Limited, and Intas Pharmaceutical. They were under investigation for […] Continue reading -> WHO Deplores More Fighting At Gaza’s Shifa Hospital – UN Report Warns of ‘Imminent’ Famine 18/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO Director General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus deplored renewed fighting Monday and Tuesday in and around northern Gaza’s Shifa Hospital, the largest medical compound in the besieged enclave, saying that “hospitals should never be battlegrounds.” He also noted that the hospital, originally the largest and most advanced in Gaza, had only “recently restored minimal health […] Continue reading -> WHO Issues New Guidance for Reducing Avoidable Harm from Medicines 14/03/2024 Zuzanna Stawiska As many as one in 20 patients experience avoidable side effects from medication that they use, with this figure rising to 7% in developing countries. The causes range from taking the medication at the wrong time, which could result in minor side effects, to taking an inappropriate drug, which might result in unpredicted harm as […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
WHO Welcomes UN Security Council Resolution on Gaza Ceasefire – As Battles Rage Around Three Gaza Hospitals 25/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO Director General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Monday welcomed a UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire and the assurance of humanitarian aid in Gaza, and the immediate release of all hostages. The resolution, which passed with a vote of 14 in favor and the United States abstaining, was the first resolution to […] Continue reading -> WHO Says It Is Trying to Expedite Mpox Vaccination in DRC – But Faces Multiple Hurdles 24/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO officials said that they are trying to expedite delivery of mpox vaccines to outbreak-stricken DR Congo through talks with the world’s only two mpox vaccine manufacturers, as well as appeals for vaccine donations and negotiations with DRC officials. But speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, WHO’s Dr Mike Ryan, Executive Director of Health […] Continue reading -> Indian Pharma Companies Under Investigation For Poor Drug Quality Donate Millions to Political Parties 19/03/2024 Editorial team Seven Indian pharmaceutical companies made donations to domestic political parties while they were under investigation for substandard drug production, according to an investigation published in Scroll. The companies named in the investigation included Hetero Labs and Hetero Healthcare, Torrent Pharma, Zydus Healthcare, Glenmark, Cipla, IPCA Laboratories Limited, and Intas Pharmaceutical. They were under investigation for […] Continue reading -> WHO Deplores More Fighting At Gaza’s Shifa Hospital – UN Report Warns of ‘Imminent’ Famine 18/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO Director General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus deplored renewed fighting Monday and Tuesday in and around northern Gaza’s Shifa Hospital, the largest medical compound in the besieged enclave, saying that “hospitals should never be battlegrounds.” He also noted that the hospital, originally the largest and most advanced in Gaza, had only “recently restored minimal health […] Continue reading -> WHO Issues New Guidance for Reducing Avoidable Harm from Medicines 14/03/2024 Zuzanna Stawiska As many as one in 20 patients experience avoidable side effects from medication that they use, with this figure rising to 7% in developing countries. The causes range from taking the medication at the wrong time, which could result in minor side effects, to taking an inappropriate drug, which might result in unpredicted harm as […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
WHO Says It Is Trying to Expedite Mpox Vaccination in DRC – But Faces Multiple Hurdles 24/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO officials said that they are trying to expedite delivery of mpox vaccines to outbreak-stricken DR Congo through talks with the world’s only two mpox vaccine manufacturers, as well as appeals for vaccine donations and negotiations with DRC officials. But speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, WHO’s Dr Mike Ryan, Executive Director of Health […] Continue reading -> Indian Pharma Companies Under Investigation For Poor Drug Quality Donate Millions to Political Parties 19/03/2024 Editorial team Seven Indian pharmaceutical companies made donations to domestic political parties while they were under investigation for substandard drug production, according to an investigation published in Scroll. The companies named in the investigation included Hetero Labs and Hetero Healthcare, Torrent Pharma, Zydus Healthcare, Glenmark, Cipla, IPCA Laboratories Limited, and Intas Pharmaceutical. They were under investigation for […] Continue reading -> WHO Deplores More Fighting At Gaza’s Shifa Hospital – UN Report Warns of ‘Imminent’ Famine 18/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO Director General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus deplored renewed fighting Monday and Tuesday in and around northern Gaza’s Shifa Hospital, the largest medical compound in the besieged enclave, saying that “hospitals should never be battlegrounds.” He also noted that the hospital, originally the largest and most advanced in Gaza, had only “recently restored minimal health […] Continue reading -> WHO Issues New Guidance for Reducing Avoidable Harm from Medicines 14/03/2024 Zuzanna Stawiska As many as one in 20 patients experience avoidable side effects from medication that they use, with this figure rising to 7% in developing countries. The causes range from taking the medication at the wrong time, which could result in minor side effects, to taking an inappropriate drug, which might result in unpredicted harm as […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
Indian Pharma Companies Under Investigation For Poor Drug Quality Donate Millions to Political Parties 19/03/2024 Editorial team Seven Indian pharmaceutical companies made donations to domestic political parties while they were under investigation for substandard drug production, according to an investigation published in Scroll. The companies named in the investigation included Hetero Labs and Hetero Healthcare, Torrent Pharma, Zydus Healthcare, Glenmark, Cipla, IPCA Laboratories Limited, and Intas Pharmaceutical. They were under investigation for […] Continue reading -> WHO Deplores More Fighting At Gaza’s Shifa Hospital – UN Report Warns of ‘Imminent’ Famine 18/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO Director General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus deplored renewed fighting Monday and Tuesday in and around northern Gaza’s Shifa Hospital, the largest medical compound in the besieged enclave, saying that “hospitals should never be battlegrounds.” He also noted that the hospital, originally the largest and most advanced in Gaza, had only “recently restored minimal health […] Continue reading -> WHO Issues New Guidance for Reducing Avoidable Harm from Medicines 14/03/2024 Zuzanna Stawiska As many as one in 20 patients experience avoidable side effects from medication that they use, with this figure rising to 7% in developing countries. The causes range from taking the medication at the wrong time, which could result in minor side effects, to taking an inappropriate drug, which might result in unpredicted harm as […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy Loading Comments... You must be logged in to post a comment.
WHO Deplores More Fighting At Gaza’s Shifa Hospital – UN Report Warns of ‘Imminent’ Famine 18/03/2024 Elaine Ruth Fletcher WHO Director General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus deplored renewed fighting Monday and Tuesday in and around northern Gaza’s Shifa Hospital, the largest medical compound in the besieged enclave, saying that “hospitals should never be battlegrounds.” He also noted that the hospital, originally the largest and most advanced in Gaza, had only “recently restored minimal health […] Continue reading -> WHO Issues New Guidance for Reducing Avoidable Harm from Medicines 14/03/2024 Zuzanna Stawiska As many as one in 20 patients experience avoidable side effects from medication that they use, with this figure rising to 7% in developing countries. The causes range from taking the medication at the wrong time, which could result in minor side effects, to taking an inappropriate drug, which might result in unpredicted harm as […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts This site uses cookies to help give you the best experience on our website. Cookies enable us to collect information that helps us personalise your experience and improve the functionality and performance of our site. By continuing to read our website, we assume you agree to this, otherwise you can adjust your browser settings. Please read our cookie and Privacy Policy. Our Cookies and Privacy Policy
WHO Issues New Guidance for Reducing Avoidable Harm from Medicines 14/03/2024 Zuzanna Stawiska As many as one in 20 patients experience avoidable side effects from medication that they use, with this figure rising to 7% in developing countries. The causes range from taking the medication at the wrong time, which could result in minor side effects, to taking an inappropriate drug, which might result in unpredicted harm as […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older postsNewer posts