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Dr Sim: Sarawak’s future Type 2 government health clinics should use local designs
Borneo Post
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August 20, 2025
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads WhatsApp Telegram A bird’s eye view of the KK Tabuan Jaya. – Photo via Facebook/ Dr Sim Kui Hian KUCHING (Aug 20): Future Type 2 government health clinics in Sarawak should be based on locally designed models...
Secretary Kennedy visits Alaska to highlight Tribal and Rural Health Priorities
The Delta Discovery - Alaska
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August 20, 2025
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. traveled to Alaska last week to highlight the vital role of rural hospitals and affirm his deep commitment to Tribal communities. U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan...
Ministry of Commerce to host Thailand Local SDGs Plus Expo 2025 to promote eco-friendly products
The Nation Thailand
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August 19, 2025
A Platform for Learning, Innovation, and Green Living Beyond Commerce The Expo will serve as a hub for sustainability education and innovation. Themed exhibitions will be hosted by six leading organisations: the National Science and Technology...
Tairāwhiti among worst regions for heart failure and care, Health NZ working to improve service
The New Zealand Herald
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August 20, 2025
A cardiac catheterisation procedure within three days of arrival at the hospital was performed 28.5% of the time in Tairāwhiti compared to the national average of 64.7%. One positive statistic in the report for Tairāwhiti was that the rate at...
Logan Health Assisted Living Scoop (August 20, 2025)
Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Montana
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August 19, 2025
Thursday, Bret, Pat, Ray, Myrt, Leona, Bev, Robbyn, Marian, Joan and Darleen started their morning off with Sittersize with Jana Judisch, Activity Director. JeanAnn enjoyed listening to Catholic Mass with Father Peter. Robbyn, Claudia, John,...
NHIMA overwhelmed, incapable of settling private health sector debt at once – Govt
News Diggers
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August 20, 2025
HEALTH Minister Dr Elijah Muchima says the National Health Insurance Management Authority (NHIMA) is incapable of settling arrears owed to private health facilities at the moment. Muchima adds that government is paying its arrears in bits as it is...
AGU Medical Student Presents Research on “The Orientation of Modern Medicine in Understanding the Causes of Autism Spectrum Disorder and its Treatment in the Gulf States”
bizbahrain
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August 20, 2025
Ms. Nouf Ali Mohammed Al Balooshiya, a third-year student at the College of Medicine and Health Sciences at the Arabian Gulf University (AGU), recently participated in the 2nd International Cultural Conference on Human Knowledge, held in Amman,...
PAHO/WHO, Trinidad and Tobago health ministry host workshop to promote smarter antibiotic use
The Gleaner
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August 20, 2025
PORT-OF-SPAIN (PAHO): In collaboration with the Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO), the Ministry of Health, Trinidad and Tobago, recently hosted the Region of the Americas’ first Tailoring Antimicrobial...
Extreme weather events put children’s brains and mental health at risk, researchers warn
Medical News
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August 20, 2025
Scientists say rising climate disasters could act as hidden childhood traumas, reshaping brain development and fueling mental health crises without urgent global action. Perspective: Extreme weather and climate-related adverse childhood...
Solano Public Health Celebrates National Breastfeeding Month
Dixon Independent Voice - California
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August 19, 2025
SOLANO COUNTY, CA (MPG) - The Solano County Department of Health and Social Services, Public Health Division joins the California Department of Public Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, United States Breastfeeding Committee and...
Underrated National Forest Hikes in Wyoming That Rival Cascade Canyon
Only In Your State
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Grand Teton National Park has some pretty iconic hikes to its credit, ranging from easy waterfront trails to grueling climbs-turned-scrambles over sheer rock faces high above the tree line. At the top of many hiking lists, you'll likely find...
Catheryn Yashar Named President-Elect of National Society
Newswise
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August 19, 2025
Newswise — Catheryn Yashar, MD, chief medical officer and breast and gynecologic cancer radiation oncologist for UC San Diego Health, has been appointed president-elect of the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO). Representing more than...
Rutgers Health Chancellor Is Honored as Educator of the Year
Newswise
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August 20, 2025
Newswise — Brian Strom, chancellor of Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (now called Rutgers Health), has been named “Educator of the Year” by the Research & Development Council of New Jersey for his transformative impact on medical education...
Politics a threat to Worcester Board of Health, official warns
The Gardner News - Massachusetts
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The Board of Health voted 3-2 to deny a tobacco permit to a city bar; the two dissenting votes were former city councilors. City Medical Director Dr. Michael Hirsh wants a meeting with the city manager on how to "keep politics out of the Board of...
Saudi Arabia marks World Humanitarian Day with spending over $141bln in global aid
Zawya
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RIYADH - Saudi Arabia marks World Humanitarian Day, which falls on August 19, with an extensive history of global humanitarian giving, reflected in aid and development projects totaling over $141 billion across 7,983 initiatives spreading over 173...
Planet, people, nutrition: Samyang’s three-pronged sustainability drive
FoodNavigator-Asia
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Korea’s pioneering instant noodle brand Samyang Foods has reduced the carbon footprint of its Buldak Ramen with new rooftop solar power system at its Miryang production complex – a central hub for Samyang’s global exports. There are more than...
Saudi Arabia marks World Humanitarian Day with spending over $141 billion in global aid
Saudi Gazette
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August 19, 2025
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia marks World Humanitarian Day, which falls on August 19, with an extensive history of global humanitarian giving, reflected in aid and development projects totaling over $141 billion across 7,983...
NC's health secretary warns of Medicaid cuts affecting millions and local clinics
WLOS - North Carolina
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HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — North Carolina’s Health and Human Services Secretary Devdutta Sangvai sent an open letter to State Legislators, warning of possible Medicaid program cuts affecting millions of North Carolinians and reductions to...
Terminally ill grandad waits 15 hours at Scots A&E until health board boss intervenes
Daily Record & Sunday Mail
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August 20, 2025
A terminally ill granddad was kept waiting for 15 hours through the night at a Scots A&E until a health board boss intervened. Peter Black, 71, who suffers from stage 4 cancer, is one of the latest victims of the country’s hospital waiting times...
New consultant joins Dr Gray’s after 40-year global career
Grampian Online
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August 20, 2025
A consultant who grew up in the Himalayan foothills has joined Dr Gray’s Hospital after a global career. Anaesthetist Dr Raza Rathore has joined the team at Moray’s main hospital after delivering care across Europe, Asia and the Middle East....