The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) in the Philippines has expanded the list of medications exempted from value-added tax (VAT), further broadening access to critical treatments for various health conditions.…
The World Health Organization (WHO) has authorized Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, and UNICEF to initiate the procurement of vaccines aimed at preventing outbreaks, particularly those of Monkeypox (mpox), pending the…
The Director General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Mojisola Adeyeye, has dismissed allegations suggesting that she advised Nigerians to steer clear of locally…
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken legal action against Care.com, a prominent platform for child and elder care, alleging deceptive practices that misled caregivers about job availability and potential…
Amendments to harmonize Türkiye's medical device regulations with European Union (EU) standards were officially published on August 17, 2024, ensuring compliance and applicability within the country.
On August 20, 2024, the…
In a significant step towards improving public health, the Federal Government of Nigeria has introduced a series of national policy documents aimed at addressing the escalating threat of Non-Communicable Diseases…
The Federal Ministry of Health has initiated a pilot study to evaluate the effectiveness of Intermittent Preventive Treatment in School-Aged Children (IPTsc) in regions of Nigeria heavily impacted by malaria.
The…
Health Minister Firas Hawari announced the commencement of the first phase of the Comprehensive Health Coverage (CHC) plan on Thursday, marking a significant step in Jordan’s healthcare reform. This major…
The Kano State government is set to enhance the practice of traditional medicine through a series of initiatives, including training programs, partnerships with healthcare institutions, and the establishment of a…