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There are no funds to meet your demands, Amoth on doctors' strike: As the doctors’ strike enters its second week, unions have vowed to continue with the ...
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There are no funds to meet your demands, Amoth on doctors' strike
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3 men charged over plan to break into warehouse and steal vapes seized by HSA: SINGAPORE: Three men were charged in court on Thursday (Mar 28) over a scheme to ...
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3 men charged over plan to break into warehouse and steal vapes seized by ...
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Patrick Amoth: Recognised abroad, ignored at home: Five years on in acting capacity, his position is constantly re-advertised.
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Patrick Amoth: Recognised abroad, ignored at home
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Lab staff issue notice as doctors' strike bites: Medical technologists accuse national and county governments of ignoring an agreement ...
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Lab staff issue notice as doctors' strike bites
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Smokers in Singapore cutting down on cigarettes, but more people vaping: Survey: The survey also found that the proportion of occasional smokers had increased.
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Smokers in Singapore cutting down on cigarettes, but more people vaping: ...
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Japan recalls ‘red rice’ health products over suspected link to four deaths: Japanese authorities have ordered three “red rice” dietary supplements to be pulled ...
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Japan recalls ‘red rice’ health products over suspected link to four ...
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L&T bags multiple orders worth Rs 2,500 crore to Rs 5,000 crore: In a recent development, L&T has secured a notable project to construct the 165-bed Al Namaa ...
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L&T bags multiple orders worth Rs 2,500 crore to Rs 5,000 crore
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Health CS Susan Nakhumicha threatens to sack striking doctors: Health CS Susan Nakhumicha threatens to sack doctors participating in the ongoing strike; says ...
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Health CS Susan Nakhumicha threatens to sack striking doctors
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New chairman to take over at Health Promotion Board in April: Mr Wong’s tenure will be from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2027.
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New chairman to take over at Health Promotion Board in April
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Childhood trauma can lead to mental health issues among young adults: Study: In a poll of 1,000 students in local universities, almost 75 per cent said they ...
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Childhood trauma can lead to mental health issues among young adults: ...
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Restoration works at the San Fernando General Hospital, totalling $12 million, are progressing steadily with roof replacement, repainting ... Show more
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MoH reduces service fees to support health sector: H E Dr Hilal bin Ali al Sabti, Minister of Health, has issued Ministerial Decision No 71/2024 ...
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MoH reduces service fees to support health sector
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Ministry of Health to disburse Sh1 billion to NHIF to cover pending payments for ease of transition to Social Health Insurance Fund, CS Susan Nakhumicha says.
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Massy donates Haliborange to ministry: The Ministry of Health yesterday received a donation of 500 units of Haliborange Baby and Toddler Multivitamin Liquid from ...
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Massy donates Haliborange to ministry
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Catastrophe looms as health sector suffers crisis after crisis: Patients suffer as the government, doctors' union fail to agree on return-to-work formula.
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Catastrophe looms as health sector suffers crisis after crisis
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A finger-lickin’ problem: In my January 23, 2024, column, while I did anticipate price rises to KFC, and by extension other Prestige Holdings franchises ...
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A finger-lickin’ problem
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Jail for man with HIV who donated blood and lied about past sexual activity: He later admitted he was “forced” to engage in oral sex with a male masseur in Johor ...
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Jail for man with HIV who donated blood and lied about past sexual ...
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Opposition spokesman on health, Dr Alfred Dawes, is suggesting a probe by the Auditor General's Department into the health ministry's contract with The Phoenix ... Show more
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‘Energy stick’ inhalers gaining popularity among youths, potential health risks unclear
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‘Energy stick’ inhalers gaining popularity among youths, potential health ...
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Home palliative care capacity to increase 50% to 3,600 places by 2025: SINGAPORE: Singapore is on track to add another 1,200 home palliative care places by 2025 ...
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Home palliative care capacity to increase 50% to 3,600 places by 2025
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UAE: Sign up for organ donation this Ramadan; what you need to know about life-saving charity - News | Khaleej Times
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South Korea Deploys Military Surgeons to Public Hospitals as Doctors Strike Drags On
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Quick Glance: South Korea initiates suspension of 4,900 striking doctors' licenses
  • South Korea has commenced the process of suspending the medical licenses of 4,900 junior doctors who have resigned in opposition to government healthcare reforms.

  • The strikes have resulted in surgery cancellations, long wait times, and delayed treatments at major hospitals.

  • The government is deploying military doctors to work in civilian hospitals while also taking steps to improve working conditions for trainee medics.

  • Despite broad public support for the government's plan, some are advocating for negotiations to resume between the striking doctors and the government.
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Cordlife faces boardroom shakeup, calls to remove directors amid mishandling of cord blood units
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Cordlife faces boardroom shakeup, calls to remove directors amid ...
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Talks collapse as doctors' strike enters day five: "It is not a strike for promises; it is a strike for real outcomes," said the doctors union.
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Talks collapse as doctors' strike enters day five
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A high percentage of the police force’s crime scene investigators are experiencing serious mental health challenges due to repeated exposure to gruesome crime ... Show more
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Cordlife's former group CEO, 4 board members arrested amid CAD probe: SINGAPORE - Cordlife’s former Group CEO Tan Poh Lan and four board members have been ...
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Cordlife's former group CEO, 4 board members arrested amid CAD probe
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Looming health crisis as KMPDU maintains doctors' strike still on: KMPDU maintains that the national doctors' strike announced to kick off on Wednesday ...
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Looming health crisis as KMPDU maintains doctors' strike still on
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Patients ‘pay privately or die’: SOME cancer patients may be getting “antiquated drugs”, if any at all, through the public health system ...
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Patients ‘pay privately or die’
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Health Ministry probing death of 19-month-old boy: After a 19-month-old boy of Zeelugt Housing Scheme died on Thursday at the West Demerara Regional Hospital ...
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Health Ministry probing death of 19-month-old boy
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Controversial chemical plant: Neighbour with cancer wants answers: Maurice Bevin fears he will not live long enough to see the results of an investigation into ...
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Controversial chemical plant: Neighbour with cancer wants answers
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Japan supplements linked to health claims largely made since Sept. - The Mainichi
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Japan supplements linked to health claims largely made since Sept ...
Quick Glance: Two Deaths, 100 Hospitalisations in Japan Supplement Scare
  • Two deaths and over 100 hospitalisations in Japan have been linked to dietary supplements intended to lower cholesterol.

  • Japanese government is investigating after the recall of over-the-counter tablets by Kobayashi Pharmaceutical due to kidney complaints.

  • Affected products include various health tablets, a rose-coloured sparkling sake, salad dressing, bread, and miso paste used in traditional dishes.

  • The Health Minister urged the company to provide information promptly and instructed local authorities to collect data on health damage nationwide.
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The Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW) Monday joined with the Diaspora in condemning recently reported racist, sexist and violent remarks about UK Member ... Show more
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UAE: Flu shot mandatory for Umrah, Hajj pilgrims from March 26: Authorities highlight adherence to vaccination, health precautions
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UAE: Flu shot mandatory for Umrah, Hajj pilgrims from March 26
Quick Glance: UAE Mandates Influenza Vaccination for Umrah and Haj Pilgrims
  • It is crucial to receive all necessary vaccine doses, especially for influenza, and adhere to instructions and precautions before UAE pilgrims undertake Umrah and Haj rituals in Saudi Arabia.

  • As of March 26, travelers to Saudi Arabia must present influenza vaccination cards, according to the UAE's Ministry of Health and Prevention. This preventive action aims to safeguard pilgrims, Haj performers, their families, and society from infectious diseases.

  • Travelers, particularly those with chronic illnesses, are strongly advised to visit health centers well ahead of their departure. Vaccines for preventing and controlling infectious and communicable diseases are accessible at government health centers and private hospitals.

  • Key guidelines before traveling include ensuring timely vaccination, consulting a physician for individuals with chronic conditions, and following all necessary and recommended immunizations, as outlined by the Ministry.
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Inside eight-hours tense closed-door talks that failed to end doctors’ strike: The doctors' strike is now in its 10th day.
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Inside eight-hours tense closed-door talks that failed to end doctors’ ...
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Minister of Health and Wellness Dr Christopher Tufton says the Know Your Numbers campaign here Friday helped to “save lives” ... Show more
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Doctors’ strike: Listen to us, Mr President, medics tell Ruto: Emergency and critical service doctors have joined their striking colleagues.
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Doctors’ strike: Listen to us, Mr President, medics tell Ruto
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Game of blood: Obtaining blood when persons need it can be a harrowing experience. Very recently, I felt it vicariously while a comrade urgently required blood ...
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Game of blood
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13 counties most affected by postpartum haemorrhage: Kenya records about 5,000 maternal deaths each year.
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13 counties most affected by postpartum haemorrhage
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India’s Humanitarian Aid and Pharmaceutical Leadership in Guatemala: This act of generosity reaffirms India's commitment to supporting healthcare ...
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India’s Humanitarian Aid and Pharmaceutical Leadership in Guatemala
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Dr Patrick Amoth, the longest-acting Health director general: Despite his service to the country there are questions why successive governments have been ...
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Dr Patrick Amoth, the longest-acting Health director general
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Dr Le Blanc had nothing to apologise for - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday: THE EDITOR: It is unfortunate that Dr. Asante Le Blanc apologized for her claim about the ...
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Dr Le Blanc had nothing to apologise for - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday
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First regional Dental Unit commissioned in Linden: Minister of Health, Dr Frank Anthony, accompanied by the Regional Health Officer, Dr Gregory Harris ...
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First regional Dental Unit commissioned in Linden
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'My battle with TB, which saw my lobe removed three times': I weighed 64 kilos before I got sick, but when TB recurred, I dropped to 50 kilos. 
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'My battle with TB, which saw my lobe removed three times'
Quick Glance: Crucial Investments for Global Eradication of TB
  • Experts emphasize the need for increased investment in tuberculosis screening and preventive treatment to ensure the global eradication of the disease.

  • Implementing TB screening and preventive treatment can significantly reduce TB incidence and mortality.

  • Experts highlight that early detection of TB through screening and preventive treatment improves chances of cure and curbs the spread of the disease.
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Simulation Clinical Skills Lab commissioned at Linden nursing school: Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony yesterday commissioned a Simulation Clinical Skills Lab at ...
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Simulation Clinical Skills Lab commissioned at Linden nursing school
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Alarm as students hooked to e-cigarette: Some companies also market e-cigarettes using social media sites that are easily accessed by adolescents. 
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Alarm as students hooked to e-cigarette
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FIRST E&P/NNPC JV concludes medical outreach to 11 host communities in Bayelsa: The outreach covered over 3,400 residents of its 11 host communities in Bayelsa ...
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FIRST E&P/NNPC JV concludes medical outreach to 11 host communities in ...
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Opposition Spokesman on Health and Wellness, Dr Alfred Dawes is urging the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW) to provide transparency regarding its ... Show more
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Officials decry congestion at Butabika as mental cases soar: The Executive Director of Butabika Hospital Ms Juliet Nakku said that the increasing number of ...
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Officials decry congestion at Butabika as mental cases soar
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The Ministry of Health announced Tuesday adding a new service to the Sahel app, allowing Kuwaiti working women to apply for a maternity leave 30 weeks into ... Show more
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The Ministry of Health and Wellness has joined with the diaspora in condemning recently reported racist, sexist and violent remarks about Jamaican and United ... Show more
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Community pharmacists call for continuous learning, AI use The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria has challenged its members on continuous ... Show more
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Second phase training for baby friendly hospital initiative launched: The Ministry of Health’s Food Policy Division, in partnership with the Pan American Health ...
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Second phase training for baby friendly hospital initiative launched
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Nearly 400 new COVID-19 cases recorded so far this year – health ministry: Amidst ongoing efforts to combat COVID-19, Guyana has recorded 371 new positive cases ...
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Nearly 400 new COVID-19 cases recorded so far this year – health ministry
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Fogging Schedule March 25 to 28 - nationnews.com: The Ministry of Health and Wellness’ fogging exercise will continue this week, with the exception of Good ...
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Fogging Schedule March 25 to 28 - nationnews.com
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The Sultanate of Oman reported 369 cases of tuberculosis in 2022, including 101 Omanis and 268 expatriates, according to figures released by the Ministry of ... Show more
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Costa Rica Launches Nationwide Measles Vaccination Campaign for Children: The Costa Rican Ministry of Health, CCSS, and PAHO are launching a nationwide measles ...
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Costa Rica Launches Nationwide Measles Vaccination Campaign for Children
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The Ministry of Health is giving assurances that drugs used to treat cancer are available in Trinidad and Tobago, and that the country is not experiencing any ... Show more
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NMA arrests quack doctor treating students in Plateau - Healthwise: The Nigerian Medical Association, Plateau State Chapter, on Wednesday, said a fake doctor has ...
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NMA arrests quack doctor treating students in Plateau - Healthwise
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Wakiso health workers to miss salary over absenteeism: Dr Lugoloobi said despite warning letters and interdiction of two medics last year ...
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Wakiso health workers to miss salary over absenteeism
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Moonilal: Government wasted money that could have helped patients - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday
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Moonilal: Government wasted money that could have helped patients - ...
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Remove the stain, promote menstrual hygiene equity: Fund women’s enterprises to produce pads through AGPO and by buy them for school sanitary programme
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Remove the stain, promote menstrual hygiene equity
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270 doctors employed nationally out of the 800 unemployed professionals: The National Ministry of Health has confirmed that out of the 800 unemployed doctors who ...
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270 doctors employed nationally out of the 800 unemployed professionals
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Kenya: Doctors nationwide strike enters seventh day | Africanews: In 2017, doctors at Kenya's public hospitals held a 100-day strike — the longest ever held in ...
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Kenya: Doctors nationwide strike enters seventh day | Africanews
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Reps summon minister over alleged misuse of $300m anti-malaria fund: The House of Representatives Committee on Anti-Malaria, HIV/AIDS and Tuberculosis on Tuesday ...
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Reps summon minister over alleged misuse of $300m anti-malaria fund
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Couples Resorts Job Fair. This Job Fair will be done in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Wellness on Thursday, March 21, 2024 at the Moneague ... Show more
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Despite allegations of sexual misconduct against a senior official by a junior employee at the Ministry of Health, no formal report has been made by the ... Show more
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Why doctors are against ban of nicotine pouches: Doctors and experts advises that the government should focus on regulating nicotine rather than completely ...
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Why doctors are against ban of nicotine pouches
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No apology needed: We echo the sentiments of the chairman of Parliament’s Joint Select Committee (JSC) on Social Services and Public Administration ...
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No apology needed
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CS Susan Nakhumicha: The Ministry of Health is facilitating the intern doctors to get a license, I asked the unions to avail themselves for the meeting ... Show more
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OWNDAYS Singapore softens tax hike impact on consumers: AS Singaporeans met 2024 with a goods and services tax (GST) increase to 9%, eyewear brand OWNDAYS ...
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OWNDAYS Singapore softens tax hike impact on consumers
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A stalemate that could have been averted, a defiant Union on one end and unfazed Government on the other, What’s ailing the health sector and does CS ... Show more
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Healthcare: Jigawa gov lauds Doctors without Borders: Since 2008, MSF has been running obstetrics and neonatal activities with surgical capacities at Jahun ...
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Healthcare: Jigawa gov lauds Doctors without Borders