Health

A fifth of ambulance calls are not emergencies, says St John boss

A fifth of ambulance calls are not emergencies, says St John boss

Up to one in five callers to Hato Hone St John could wait to see their own doctor, says the organisation’s CEO, Peter Bradley.

Why the Ministry of Health threatened legal action over a Stuff quiz

And one ministry staff member appears to have tried getting another quiz changed.

Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim undergoing medical procedures, aide says

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Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim undergoing medical procedures, aide says

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is undergoing medical tests and procedures and was expected to be under observation for two days, his aide said on Monday. Anwar is “undergoing examinations and procedures set by a team of medical…

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Antara News

Ministries hold free cataract, health checks to mark Independence Day

The Immigration and Corrections Ministry, together with the Health Ministry, held free cataract screenings and health ...

Antara News

Malawi: Global Fund Audit Finds World Vision Malawi Liable for K576 Million in Non-Compliant Malaria Grant Spending

[Nyasa Times] An audit by the Global Fund's Office of the Inspector General (OIG) has found World Vision Malawi (WVM) responsible for approximately K576 million (US$125,901) in non-compliant expenditure and systemic control failures in its…

Rwanda: Inside Kigali's Specialised Hospital for Dogs and Cats

[New Times] When a dog breaks a bone, develops a serious infection or is diagnosed with cancer, finding specialised treatment can be difficult for many pet owners in Rwanda.

Nigeria: WHO Recommends a Clinical Trial of Ebola Vaccine Against Bundibugyo Virus

[Premium Times] The recommendation followed preliminary animal study data suggesting that the vaccine may provide some cross-protection against the disease, particularly in reducing deaths.

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Villanueva wants part-timers’ rights to be similar to full-time workers

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Villanueva wants part-timers’ rights to be similar to full-time workers

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Joel Villanueva has filed a bill seeking for part-time workers to receive similar rights and benefits that full-time employees have. Villanueva filed Senate Bill No. 2375, or the Part-Time Employment Act, on…

AR Rahman’s son Ameen injured in Chennai car accident

Times of India

AR Rahman’s son Ameen injured in Chennai car accident

A.R. Ameen, the talented son of music maestro A.R. Rahman, was involved in a minor car accident in Chennai on a Monday morning. His vehicle collided with a cab near Olympia Tech Park. Both Ameen and a friend received prompt medical…

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Daily Trust

Kano to resume malaria prevention exercise

The Kano State Government will resume the 2026 Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) programme on Wednesday, August 12, following a comprehensive review of its processes, documentation and personnel arrangements. Dr Usman Bashir, Chairman…

Daily Trust

South Africa: Gauteng Reports 29% Increase in Cervical Cancer Screenings

[SAnews.gov.za] As the country commemorates the 70th anniversary of the historic 1956 Women's March, the Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) is celebrating a 29% increase in cervical cancer screenings across the province.

Nigeria: Niger Records 124 Diphtheria Cases, 17 Deaths - Commissioner

[Premium Times] Mr Bagana said 103 patients had been treated and discharged, while 17 deaths were recorded in Bida, Suleja and Shiroro local government areas.