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Research presented from University Hospital of Getafe, Spain, has highlighted the concerning high prevalence of multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacterial colonization among patients and healthcare workers in a rural Ethiopian hospital, Gambo General Hospital in the Oromia Region. The study, which took place between May 26 and June 6, 2024, aimed to
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Research conducted by the College of Nursing highlights the severity of post-COVID-19 conditions affecting frontline healthcare workers, with a substantial proportion diagnosed with persistent symptoms including fatigue, anxiety, and sleep disturbances. The study's findings have important implications for informing policy in the healthcare workforce and addressing the broader
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Healthcare professionals in Romania face significant challenges in their work, particularly in out-of-hours primary care (OOH-PC) settings. The shortage of healthcare professionals, outmigration, and inadequate measures to address the retirement of family doctors have created a perfect storm of adverse working conditions. A recent study conducted by researchers from the
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As negotiations to finalize a global treaty to end plastic pollution begin, the International Council of Nurses has joined with Health Care Without Harm and major health groups to demand strong commitments to limit plastic use and protect people from plastic-related health harms. The treaty must include special considerations for
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As part of the global celebration of World Breastfeeding Week (WBW), Murang'a County in Kenya has launched initiatives to promote breastfeeding among new mothers. The county has engaged healthcare workers, including nurses and nursing students, in Continuing Medical Education (CME) to equip them with the necessary knowledge and
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Kenya's healthcare system is at risk due to a lack of training and adequate staffing for disease surveillance and outbreak response. A new report has revealed that only 11% of healthcare workers received Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR) training in 2024, with most of the training offered
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Consuming caffeine at night may lead to increased impulsivity, especially in women, according to a new study published in the journal iScience. The study, conducted by researchers at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), found that fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster) that were given caffeine at night displayed reckless
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The Himalayan Rescue Association (HRA) has set up a health camp at Gosainkunda, a sacred pilgrimage site, to provide primary healthcare services to devotees visiting the area. On the occasion of Janai Purnima festival, the camp has been running since Tuesday, led by Dr. Padam Joshi and a team of
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A study conducted in Lithuania has revealed alarming high mortality rates among the country's healthcare workers. According to the research, adult mortality rates in Lithuania are among the highest in Europe, with a particular concern for physicians who exhibit higher mortality rates even when controlling for education. Nurses
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The U.S. National Guard has completed a two-week Medical Facility Annual Training (MFAT) rotation at Naval Air Station Sigonella, strengthening joint-service partnerships and advancing medical readiness. The 161st Medical Group from the Arizona Air National Guard participated in the training, working alongside U.S. Navy medical personnel in various
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Councilor Michelle Abella-Cellona has filed an ordinance to establish a citywide 24/7 teleconsultation and emergency referral network, aiming to provide accessible medical services to all Cebu City residents. The proposed program will feature a 24/7 Teleconsultation Service, allowing remote medical consultations via phone, video calls, or online platforms
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Research findings from the Ministry of Health in Sierra Leone have highlighted the increased risk of COVID-19 infection among healthcare workers (HCWs), particularly those with non-communicable diseases (NCDs). This study, published in F1000Research, examined the association between NCDs and COVID-19 disease severity and mortality among infected HCWs. The results suggest
