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Five questions for African countries that want to build climate-resilient health systems

Five questions for African countries that want to build climate-resilient health systems

Every day seems to bring a new headline about a devastating climate event. African...

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Why our voices change as we get older

Why our voices change as we get older

Sir Elton John set a record at this year’s Glastonbury, becoming the most-watched...

China, Africa work together to build community of health for all

China, Africa work together to build community of health for all

China-Africa health cooperation is an important part of China-Africa cooperation

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Napping may be beneficial for your brain – here’s how

Napping may be beneficial for your brain – here’s how

Sleep plays an important role in keeping the brain healthy, which is why people...

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We found coronaviruses in UK bats – so far the danger’s minimal but we need to know more about viruses that can spread to humans

We found coronaviruses in UK bats – so far the danger’s minimal but we need to know more about viruses that can spread to humans

Most emerging infectious diseases are caused by zoonotic pathogens – viruses and...

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Rise in foreign labourers returning from Gulf with chronic kidney disease

Rise in foreign labourers returning from Gulf with chronic kidney disease

Growing numbers of foreign labourers are returning from Gulf countries with chronic...

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Inauguration Ceremony of Qatar Cancer Plan 2023-2026​​

Inauguration Ceremony of Qatar Cancer Plan 2023-2026​​

​​The inauguration ceremony included a presentation titled A Journey to Excellence...

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Can we train our taste buds for health? A neuroscientist explains how genes and diet shape taste

Can we train our taste buds for health? A neuroscientist explains how genes and diet shape taste

Have you ever wondered why only hummingbirds sip nectar from feeders?

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Workshop for the Development of the next National Diabetes and Obesity Action Plan, 2024-2030

Workshop for the Development of the next National Diabetes and Obesity Action Plan, 2024-2030

The main objective of the workshop was to assess achievement under the National...

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WHO’s recommendation against the use of artificial sweeteners for weight loss leaves many questions unanswered

WHO’s recommendation against the use of artificial sweeteners for weight loss leaves many questions unanswered

Do low-calorie sweeteners help with weight management? And are they safe for long-term...

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Polio Eradication Advisory Group Meeting in Doha Says Rigorous Steps Essential in the Next Six Months

Polio Eradication Advisory Group Meeting in Doha Says Rigorous Steps Essential in the Next Six Months

The Technical Advisory Group (TAG) on polio eradication for Afghanistan and Pakistan...

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Arsenic contamination of food and water is a global public health concern – researchers are studying how it causes cancer

Arsenic contamination of food and water is a global public health concern – researchers are studying how it causes cancer

Arsenic is a naturally occurring element found in the Earth’s crust. Exposure to...

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Removing antimicrobial resistance from the WHO’s ‘pandemic treaty’ will leave humanity extremely vulnerable to future pandemics

Removing antimicrobial resistance from the WHO’s ‘pandemic treaty’ will leave humanity extremely vulnerable to future pandemics

In late May, the latest version of the draft Pandemic Instrument, also referred...

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Election of the State of Qatar Chair of the Executive Board of the World Health Organization​​

Election of the State of Qatar Chair of the Executive Board of the World Health Organization​​

The Executive Board of the World Health Organization (WHO) yesterday elected the...

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Qatar Ministry of Health gets WHO award for anti-smoking campaign​​

Qatar Ministry of Health gets WHO award for anti-smoking campaign​​

The Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) has received the World Health Organization...

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