Global: Teva Bracing for EU Fine Over Rival Multiple Sclerosis Drug Disparagement
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. the world's largest generic drug manufacturer, is expected to face an EU antitrust fine in the coming weeks for allegedly disparaging a competitor's multiple sclerosis treatment,…
Nigeria: NPHCDA to Collaborate with Media for 2024 Supplementary Immunisation Campaign
The National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) has announced its plan to partner with media organizations to boost advocacy efforts ahead of the 2024 Supplementary Immunisation Activities (SIAs). This…
Saudi Arabia’s KFSHRC Unveils AI-Driven Medical Innovations at Global AI Summit
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) showcased its groundbreaking generative AI innovations at the Global AI Summit (GAIN), positioning itself as a pioneer in smart healthcare. Developed entirely…
Nigeria: AHF Nigeria Urges Global Action to Tackle Vaccine Inequity Amid Mpox Outbreak
In light of the ongoing Mpox outbreak, which continues to pose a significant health threat across Africa, the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Nigeria has called for urgent global action to…
Global: Burjeel Holdings Joins FTSE Global Equity Index Series for MEA
Burjeel Holdings has been officially included in the FTSE Russell’s FTSE Global Equity Index Series, which encompasses the FTSE Mid Cap Index, FTSE All-Cap Index, FTSE All-World Index, and FTSE…
Global: Biden Administration Finalizes Regulation to Strengthen Mental Health Parity Law
On Monday, the Biden Administration announced the finalization of a new regulation aimed at ensuring that the 175 million Americans with private health insurance can access affordable mental health services.
This…
Global: CFPB Uncovers Illegal Debt Collection Tactics on Already-Paid Medical Bills
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has identified illegal practices by debt collectors, particularly in the collection of medical and rental debts, and is moving to enforce consumer protection laws.
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Regulatory
Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) is in the process of developing an E-waste strategy to address issues of management involving any electrical and electronic equipment that is discarded or is…
Startup
Kenyan healthtech startup Zuri Health has raised $1.3-million in funding to expand across Africa. The startup which offers mobile-based healthcare attracted investment from DOB Equity, Launch Africa and Founders Factory…
The program is for African entrepreneurs focusing on addressing the health product distribution challenge on the continent Pan-African initiative, Investing in Innovation (i3), seeks to support the commercialization and impact…
Dokpam technology has launched an application that allows a patient to access a doctor everywhere at any time via smart devices with the help of the Dokpam app. The launch took…
