Hospitals
Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals in New Delhi recently organized the Apollo Stroke Awareness Programme (ASAP) to raise awareness about stroke prevention, early recognition, and timely management. The programme was held on October 8, 2025, in observance of Stroke Awareness Month, which is dedicated to promoting prevention, early treatment, and rehabilitation. According
Health care reform
A campaign to improve chronic illness support in healthcare settings has made significant strides in Wales, with every main hospital in every health board and library system receiving a copy of the book "Living Well with Chronic Illness". The initiative was launched by Grace Quantock, an NHS board
Health care reform
Morocco's Minister of Health and Social Protection, Amine Tahraoui, highlighted the need for reform in the country's health system, specifically in emergency services, which face challenges such as overcrowding and a shortage of medical staff. Tahraoui announced a short-term 10-week action plan to address these issues,
Health care reform
Senator Barau Jibrin, Deputy Senate president, has reaffirmed the commitment of President Bola Tinubu's administration to ending medical tourism through massive investment in Nigeria's healthcare system. The administration, as part of its Renewed Hope Agenda, is transforming the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH) into a world-class
Health care reform
The Jordan Digital Health Center has emerged as a model of digital transformation in healthcare, showcasing the potential of technology in improving the quality and efficiency of medical services. With the implementation of an electronic drug inventory management system, the center has significantly reduced costs and waste by streamlining medication
Diwali
As the city prepares for the festive celebrations of Diwali, Lucknow's government hospitals have been placed on high alert to deal with potential accidents and burn injuries. Over 180 beds have been reserved across city hospitals for emergency and burn patients, with special arrangements made to ensure 24/
Police officers
A disturbing trend of child abandonment in India continues to plague the country, with two recent incidents highlighting the urgent need for intervention. On Saturday, a newborn girl was found abandoned on a road in Malad West, Mumbai, covered in ants and struggling to breathe. In a separate incident, a
Diwali
As the festive season of Diwali approaches, the health department in Gurgaon has issued a warning about the potential risks of burn injuries and respiratory problems. To mitigate these risks, three burn wards have been set up in government hospitals, and healthcare centers will remain open 24/7 on Diwali
Hospitals
Tasmanians are flocking to Medicare Urgent Care Clinics in record numbers, relieving pressure on hospital emergency departments. The five clinics in Tasmania have treated over 117,000 patients since opening, primarily families with children, with the majority of visits occurring on weekends or after 5 pm. The clinics, operated by
Dengue fever
As the garrison city of Rawalpindi continues to grapple with a dengue fever outbreak, the number of patients admitted to government-run hospitals has reached an alarming 908. In the last three months, a staggering 19 new dengue patients were reported in the city's three government-run hospitals, with most
Dengue fever
Pakistan is experiencing a rise in dengue fever cases, with 127 patients currently under treatment and 12,941 patients visiting outpatient departments of government-run hospitals since the start of the season. According to the Rawalpindi Medical University, 41 new patients were admitted to dengue wards, and 1,128 were confirmed
Dengue fever
As of Saturday, 41 new dengue cases were reported in three government-run hospitals in Rawalpindi, with a total of 127 patients currently under treatment. The surge in dengue cases has overwhelmed the outpatient departments, with 448 patients visiting the three hospitals, of which 41 tested positive for the disease. The
