Tag: Healthcare Access
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Determinants of Poor Glycemic Control in T1D Children | Northwest Ethiopia
Understanding the Challenge: Glycemic Control in Children with Type 1 Diabetes Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1D) is a chronic condition that requires daily management to maintain blood glucose levels within a target range. In children, sustained poor glycemic control increases the risk of acute complications and long-term diabetes-related complications, including retinopathy, nephropathy, and neuropathy. In…
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americans living longer after cancer diagnosis: rising survival rates offer hope
Uplifting Trends in American Cancer Survival New findings about cancer survival in the United States are offering renewed hope to millions. Recent data from the American Cancer Society show that seven out of every ten Americans diagnosed with cancer now survive for at least five years. That figure represents a meaningful improvement in cancer outcomes…
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Riluzole in Aotearoa New Zealand: Use and Why Some People with ALS Go Without
Understanding riluzole and its role in ALS care in New Zealand Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that devastates muscle strength and mobility. Riluzole is one of the few disease-modifying therapies available for ALS and is often discussed as a first-line option in early care plans. In Aotearoa New Zealand, healthcare providers…
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Elite Hospitals Open to Kenyans Under SHA: Duale Announces Breakthrough in Healthcare Access
Introduction: A landmark shift in Kenyan healthcare access In a move hailed as a breakthrough for nationwide health equity, the Kenyan government has expanded access to elite medical care under the Social Health Authority (SHA). Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale announced that Kenyans who previously viewed private referral hospitals as a reserve for the wealthy…
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Trump Policies vs. New Covid Long-Haul Science: Autism, Dormant Cancer, and Brain Aging
Introduction: Policy, Science, and the evolving landscape of long Covid The Covid-19 era reshaped public health policy in ways that continue to ripple through science and medicine. As researchers uncover new facets of long Covid, autism risk signals, dormant cancer cell activity, and brain aging, questions arise about how past policy decisions align with or…
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I’m in tears: A grateful patient thanks the cross-border taxi driver who rushed him to CGH
Grateful Journey to CGH A man who described his experience in emotional terms is crediting a cross-border taxi driver for a timely ride that potentially saved his health. The 50-year-old, who gave his name as Alexxus, had a sudden medical episode that left him in severe distress, prompting him to seek urgent help at Changi…
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The Gondwana Care Trust Promise
The Gondwana Care Trust Promise in 2025 In 2025, the Gondwana Care Trust reinforced its enduring commitment to uplift communities across Namibia. Grounded in partnerships, compassion, and measurable impact, the trust focused on three core pillars: empowering education for Namibian children, strengthening community welfare, and expanding access to vital services. This year’s work wasn’t about…
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Thank God: Parents Defy Medical Advice to Save Conjoined Twins in Papua New Guinea
Hope Against the Odds: A Papua New Guinea Family’s Journey In a quiet corner of Papua New Guinea, a family’s decision to defy dire medical forecasts has become a story of resilience and gratitude. The parents of rare conjoined twins say doctors advised them to take the boys home and prepare for the worst, declaring…
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Bridging the Divide: GIMS Lights the Path to Accessible Medical Education in Sukkur
Unity Through Education: GIMS as a Model for Accessible Medical Training The Gambat Institute of Medical Science (GIMS) in Sukkur is emerging as a beacon of how government-supported medical education can bridge long-standing divides in access and quality. Dr. Raheem Bux Bhutti, Director of GIMS, recently underscored the Sindh government’s commitment to making education more…
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GIMS Bridges Medical Education Divide in Sindh Province
GIMS and the Sindh Government: A Path to Accessible Medical Education In Sukkur, a pivotal collaboration between the Sindh government and the Gambat Institute of Medical Science (GIMS) is reshaping how medical education is delivered across the province. Dr. Raheem Bux Bhutti, Director of GIMS, underscored that the government’s vision for accessible education aligns with…