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Frustrated South African farmers have demanded that the government allow private procurement and administration of foot-and-mouth disease vaccines to combat the ongoing outbreak. In a letter to Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen, agricultural organizations argue there is no legal barrier to such measures. Steenhuisen has warned that pursuing litigation could undermine the national vaccination strategy.

3 февраля 2026 Сообщено ИИ

Egypt has raised its healthcare system's readiness to receive wounded and ill patients from Gaza, placing 150 hospitals nationwide on high alert and mobilizing up to 300 fully equipped ambulances, the Ministry of Health said on Monday. Health Minister Khaled Abdel Ghaffar chaired a high-level coordination meeting to oversee preparations for patients arriving through the Rafah crossing as cross-border medical evacuations resume.

Millions of Americans using CPAP machines for sleep apnea face significant waste issues from disposable accessories and electronic components. Throwing these devices in the trash is often illegal due to hazardous materials, prompting calls for better recycling programs. Donation and certified e-waste recycling provide viable alternatives for responsible disposal.

2 февраля 2026 Сообщено ИИ

Egypt's Health Minister Khaled Abdel Ghaffar announced the release of the first procedural guide for the state-funded medical treatment program in January 2026, aimed at standardizing services and streamlining approvals. This step underscores Egypt's commitment to citizens' constitutional right to equitable and comprehensive healthcare, serving as a key pillar of the health system until universal health insurance is fully rolled out.

Researchers behind a new review in Frontiers in Science argue that rapid progress in artificial intelligence and brain technologies is outpacing scientific understanding of consciousness, raising the risk of ethical and legal mistakes. They say developing evidence-based tests for detecting awareness—whether in patients, animals or emerging artificial and lab-grown systems—could reshape medicine, welfare debates and technology governance.

1 февраля 2026 Сообщено ИИ

Colombian outlet La Nación has released a comprehensive guide for parents aiming to support their children's educational process, emphasizing health care, nutrition, and school coexistence habits.