Tag: IPC
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Marcos Pushes Bill to Create an Independent People’s Commission (IPC)
Overview President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is prioritizing the passage of a bill to establish an Independent People’s Commission (IPC), a move that would reshape how infrastructure oversight is conducted in the Philippines. The push comes amid significant leadership changes at the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), with two commissioners resigning from the agency. Malacañang observes…
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Marcos pushes IPC bill to form Independent People’s Commission
Marcos Signals Support for a New Oversight Body President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signaled support for a bill that would establish an Independent People’s Commission (IPC) intended to strengthen governance and oversight in national infrastructure projects. The push comes as two commissioners of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) resign, intensifying calls for clearer accountability…
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IPC Confirms End of Famine in Gaza as Food Access Improves Amid Ceasefire
Understanding the IPC Update The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) has officially signaled a critical shift in Gaza, noting that Palestinians are no longer experiencing famine conditions. This assessment follows a period of constrained access to food, where humanitarian corridors and commercial routes faced repeated disruptions. The IPC’s determination marks a turning point in…
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Gaza Famine Ends as IPC Reports Improved Food Security
Overview: A Turning Point in Gaza’s Food Crisis The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) has announced a significant shift in Gaza: the population is no longer experiencing famine. This development follows a period of intensified humanitarian effort and improved access to both humanitarian and commercial food deliveries. While the IPC notes a positive change,…
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Gaza famine ends, IPC reports improved food security
Gaza Famine Ends, IPC Confirms Improved Food Security The latest Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report signals a turning point for Gaza, declaring that Palestinians are no longer experiencing famine. The classification shift comes amid a fragile ceasefire and a measurable improvement in access to humanitarian and commercial food deliveries, according to global monitors…
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Infection Prevention and Control in Cameroon OB-GYN: Practices in a Referral Hospital
Overview Maternal health outcomes are closely linked to the level of infection prevention and control (IPC) in obstetrics and gynecology (OB-GYN) departments. In Cameroon, as in many low- and middle-income countries, healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and unsafe obstetric practices contribute to maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality. This article highlights current knowledge and practices related to…
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Africa CDC Boosts Ethiopia’s Marburg Outbreak Response
Marburg outbreak confirmed in Jinka, Ethiopia The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has confirmed a Marburg virus disease (MVD) case in Jinka, located in the Southern Region of Ethiopia. The development marks a critical moment for the country’s public health system and prompts rapid, coordinated action to contain the virus, protect…
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West Bank Hospitals Grapple with Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria
Growing Threat of Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria in West Bank Hospitals Hospitals across the West Bank are facing a troubling new normal: higher rates of infections caused by multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria. As health systems strive to protect patients, clinicians, administrators, and public health officials are collaborating to contain the spread, improve treatment outcomes, and preserve the effectiveness…
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Rising Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria in West Bank Hospitals
Overview: A Growing Threat in West Bank Hospitals Healthcare facilities across the West Bank are reporting higher-than-expected levels of multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria, raising concerns about patient safety, treatment options, and infection control. MDR bacteria resist multiple antibiotics, making common infections harder to treat and increasing the risk of complications, longer hospital stays, and higher healthcare…
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Bridging Gaps, Building Bridges: Highlights from National Infection Control Week 2025
National Infection Control Week 2025: Bridging Gaps in Care National Infection Control Week 2025 shines a spotlight on the dedicated professionals who bridge the gap between policy and practice to keep patients, staff, and visitors safe. Across Manitoba, Winnipeg, and the broader Prairies, infection control practitioners (ICPs) and their teams are turning knowledge into action—continuously…