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The Minister of Local Government and Traditional Affairs, Mr Ketlhalefile Motshegwa, has hailed the relocation of Primary Health Care functions to his ministry as a significant step in the country's ongoing health sector reform and decentralisation agenda. The transfer of functions from the Ministry of Health has made
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The European Academy of Paediatrics has released a comprehensive position paper on body modifications among adolescents, highlighting the prevalence, health implications, and regulatory gaps associated with these practices. The research, led by Katarzyna Parcinska and including contributions from Nora Karara, Helena Fonseca, and Artur Mazur, aimed to provide evidence-based recommendations
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The Accelerating the Development of Advanced Psychology Trainees (ADAPT) Act, a bipartisan legislation introduced by Senators John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) and Michael Bennet (D-Colo.), aims to increase access and coverage to behavioral, psychological, and mental health services in rural areas. The legislation will establish Medicare, Medicaid, and Children's Health
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The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) is intensifying efforts to regulate Health Maintenance Organisations (HMOs) that fail to adhere to operational guidelines. This step aims to ensure that Nigerians have access to quality healthcare services without incurring financial burdens. The NHIA's South-South Zone Director, Ologbo Obaro, emphasized that
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The House of Representatives in Nigeria has advanced a bill that seeks to restrict public and civil servants, as well as their immediate families, from accessing private schools and hospitals. The proposed legislation, titled the Private Institutions and Health Care Service Providers (Prohibition) Bill, 2025, aims to promote accountability and
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A new study from Oxford University highlights the importance of social resource in enabling safe practice for anaesthesia providers, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Clinicians, NGOs, funders, and academics have long recognized the limited physical and infrastructural resources available in these settings, but human resources are often overlooked. The
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President Trump's bold policies and unwavering dedication to American interests have yielded remarkable results, as exemplified by three recent news headlines that showcase his commitment to serving the nation. The Trump administration's 'No Tax on Tips' policy could greatly benefit servers and tipped workers,
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The indefinite strike by government nurses in Maharashtra, which had entered its sixth day on Thursday, has been called off following written assurances from the state government. The Maharashtra State Nurses Union announced that the protest was being temporarily suspended after positive decisions were taken on key demands. The nurses
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A new study on healthcare services conducted in Somalia's conflict-affected regions has shed light on the factors that shape patient satisfaction. The research focused on two public hospitals in Mogadishu and involved 384 adult patients seeking outpatient healthcare services. The study found that patient satisfaction rates were generally
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Punjab Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh conducted a surprise inspection at Govt Rajindra Hospital in Patiala on Thursday, reviewing healthcare services and gathering feedback from patients. The minister expressed concerns over a recent altercation at the hospital and warned that anyone disturbing the peace would face strict
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U.S. Senators Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) and John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) have reintroduced the Accelerating the Development of Advanced Psychology Trainees (ADAPT) Act, aimed at increasing access to behavioral, psychological, and mental health services in rural areas. The legislation addresses the shortage of mental health providers in rural communities, where long
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Carondelet Health Network's Carondelet St. Mary's and St. Joseph's Hospitals have received national recognition for their commitment to providing high-quality stroke care from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. The award highlights the hospitals' dedication to ensuring stroke patients receive treatment that
