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China’s internet health services gathering steam amid COVID-19
Internet-based health services, supported by government policies and information technology, are gathering steam in China, a process partly hastened due to COVID-19. A remarkable rise has been seen in the use of such services since China’s State Council or the Cabinet released a guideline on promoting “internet plus health services” in 2018. Number of internet …
Should I get the COVID-19 vaccine while pregnant or breastfeeding? Experts explain the safety, evidence and clinical trials
Terra Manca, Dalhousie University and Karina A Top, Dalhousie University https://narrations.ad-auris.com/widget/the-conversation-canada/should-i-get-the-covid-19-vaccine-while-pregnant-or-breastfeeding–experts-explain-the-safety–evidence-and-clinical-trials Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, public health communications put a special focus on helping high-risk populations, such as seniors, stay safe. Yet, information for pregnant or breastfeeding individuals has been inconsistent and hard to find. Though most pregnant people who become ill with COVID-19 …
Orange Egypt Contributes in Renovating the Only Pediatric Department in Egypt
• Students of Faculty of Specific Education, Art Department at Ain Shams University participate in decorating the children’s family lounge as part of their graduation project
After India: The countries on the brink of another COVID-19 oxygen crisis
India neighbours – Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Myanmar – particularly as some of these rely on Indian-made oxygen and equipment
China-donated COVID-19 vaccines aid pandemic fight in Iraq
COVID-19 vaccines donated by the Chinese government have arrived in Baghdad. The Chinese vaccine is the first vaccine to reach Iraq
Algeria receives donation of 200,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccine from China
A third batch of the Chinese Sinopharm coronavirus vaccine arrived on Wednesday night in Algeria to help the country combat the pandemic
GLOBALink | H5N8, new threat to humans amid COVID-19 pandemic?
How big a threat would the reassortant bird flu virus (H5N8) pose to human beings? Is a new bird flu pandemic on the way?
GLOBALink | Mexico begins rollout of Chinese Sinovac vaccine
Health authorities in Mexico began to vaccinate older adults with a COVID-19 vaccine developed by Chinese Sinovac on Monday
GLOBALink | Candles lit at White House to honor half a million COVID-19 deaths in U.S.
Candles were lit at the White House at sunset Monday, as number of Americans who died from COVID-19 broke staggering record of 500,000
Presidential adviser affirms optimal COVID-19 isolation period is 14 days
Treatment protocol for coronavirus is based on treating symptoms, some complications
GLOBALink | China’s Sinovac COVID-19 vaccines arrive in Mexico
The first shipment of COVID-19 vaccines from Chinese company Sinovac arrived in Mexico City on Saturday, authorities reported.
Egyptians can register for COVID-19 vaccine next week: Health Minister
Country has so far contracted to receive 100 million vaccine doses, says Hala Zayed
GLOBALink | UN urges global COVID-19 vaccine plan, calls for equal access to vaccines
“When a pandemic strikes, we are only safe if everyone is safe,” said UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.
GLOBALink| Global new COVID-19 cases decline for 5 straight weeks, almost halved
Global new COVID-19 cases have been declining for 5 straight weeks. Weekly new cases of COVID-19 have fallen by almost half.
Senegal receives first batch of Chinese COVID-19 vaccines
The first batch of 200,000 doses of vaccine was conveyed by a special flight of the national company Air Senegal from Beijing.
Gaza Strip receives 1st COVID-19 vaccine shipment
Palestinian territory has reported over 53,000 coronavirus cases, 538 deaths
Al-Borg Laboratories applauds hard work of Egypt’s doctors
Medical Professions Syndicates Union, Al-Borg Laboratories support medical staff and families through analysis services
Senegal to receive first batch of Chinese COVID-19 vaccines
A chartered flight carrying the first batch of Chinese COVID-19 vaccines departed from Beijing on Wednesday morning for Senegal. The shipment of vaccines is expected to arrive in Senegal on Thursday morning. Produced by Xinhua Global Service
Equatorial Guinea President receives 1st dose of Chinese COVID-19 vaccine
Equatorial Guinean President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo on Monday received his first dose of Chinese vaccine against COVID-19, according to the official website of the ruling Democratic Party of Equatorial Guinea (PDGE). On this occasion, Obiang appealed to the entire population to get vaccinated, as vaccination is the only available remedy to avoid new deaths …
GLOBALink | Zimbabwe receives 1st batch of COVID-19 vaccines from China
A batch of COVID-19 vaccines donated by China arrived in Robert Mugabe International Airport in Zimbabwe’s capital here on early Monday morning. The 200,000 doses of Sinopharm vaccines are the first batch that Zimbabwe has received as it steps up efforts to curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. The vaccines will cover all frontline …
GLOBALink | Hungary to receive first shipment of Chinese vaccines
Hungary is set to receive its first shipment of Chinese vaccines soon. It is the first EU member to acquire China-developed vaccines.
Developing countryside will enhance Egypt’s healthcare system: President Al-Sisi
Over 12 million women were examined as part of nationwide Women’s Health initiative
GLOBALink | Bolivia to launch COVID-19 mass vaccination following deal with China
Bolivia’s President Luis Arce on Thursday said a mass vaccination campaign against the novel coronavirus disease will begin this month, following an agreement signed earlier in the day with China for the supply of pharmaceutical firm Sinopharm’s vaccine. “We now see light at the end of the tunnel. After having borne so many deaths and …
Work underway in 5 governorates to apply comprehensive health insurance
Egypt’s comprehensive health insurance will cover whole country within 10 years: Maait
Globalink | Indonesia approves use of Chinese COVID-19 vaccine for elderly
Indonesia has approved the emergency use of China’s Sinovac COVID-19 vaccine for people aged 60 and above.
GLOBALink | Peruvian president receives first injection of Sinopharm vaccine
Peruvian President Francisco Sagasti on Tuesday received his first injection of the COVID-19 vaccine developed by China’s pharmaceutical firm Sinopharm. Peru on Sunday received the first batch of vaccines from Sinopharm as the country is preparing for mass vaccination campaigns against COVID-19.
Race to develop 11 hospitals, 112 health units worth EGP 12.3bn in Aswan: Governor
Finance of EGP 54m granted to support 65 university, government hospitals, says Egyptian Cure Bank
GLOBALink | China, WHO experts complete COVID-19 origin-tracing research in Wuhan
Chinese and WHO experts have completed their work in Wuhan as part of the global scientific research on the origin of the novel coronavirus, a National Health Commission official said at a press conference in Wuhan on Tuesday. Liang Wannian, a member of the WHO-China joint team studying the origins of the novel coronavirus, said …
GLOBALink | Science and technology most powerful weapon against rumors and lies
Science and technology are the most powerful weapons against rumors and lies. The joint study team’s tour to Wuhan highlights the importance and urgency of stepping up science and technology research to the anti-virus drive, and more importantly, free people from misinformation■ Produced by Xinhua Global Service
Endorse introduces healthcare leasing initiative
The financing solutions company, Endorse, has launched its first initiative in Egypt to help doctors, pharmacists, and healthcare practitioners to set up or upgrade their clinics, pharmacies, and medical labs.