Ministry of Health and Social Protection

Colombia earthquake: reconstruction and fiscal challenges

64 clusters · 817 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Manizales and Dosquebradas continue recovery efforts after August earthquake

Since the August 10 earthquake, Colombia has transitioned from emergency response to a massive reconstruction phase. The magnitude 7.4 disaster, centered in San José del Palmar, Chocó, resulted in 335 deaths, 4,516 injur

Political polarization and student unrest in Albania

33 clusters · 558 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Albania: 17-year-old fined 5 million lek following protests

The ‘Autumn Revolution’ in Albania, also known as the ‘Flamingo Revolution’, has entered its 163rd day. Initially sparked by opposition to coastal tourism projects in Sazan and Zvërnec, the movement has expanded into a b

Morocco digital health platform launch

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Morocco launches VigiMobile and VigiUp digital health platforms

The Moroccan Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AMMPS) launched two digital platforms, VigiMobile and VigiUp, in Rabat to modernize health vigilance and risk prevention. Introduced during Med Safety Week 2026, Vi

Childhood vaccination and medical service efforts in Africa

5 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Yemen health teams launch emergency measles and rubella vaccination campaign

Health authorities in Morocco and Madagascar have intensified efforts to increase childhood vaccination rates to prevent the resurgence of preventable diseases. In Morocco, the Ministry of Health and Social Protection is

Moroccan labor union strikes

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Moroccan health union announces national strike over 2027 budget

In October 2026, a coalition of five major educational unions representing planning and guidance inspectors announced a three stage escalation of national strikes and sit-ins against the Ministry of National Education. T

Morocco healthcare system developments

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Morocco Health Ministry proposes 45.36 billion dirham budget for 2027

In October 2026, the Mohammed VI University Hospital in Tangier reported cases of acute inflammation within its ophthalmology department. Following medical treatments on October 8, investigations revealed that 13 out of

Public health initiatives in Colombia and Uruguay

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Health system updates in Colombia and Uruguay

Public health efforts in Colombia and Uruguay have transitioned from localized community outreach to broader systemic and digital reforms. In late October 2026, rural health initiatives were conducted in Uruguay and Col

Public health challenges in Colombia

2 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: World Stroke Day: Health experts warn of rising cases in young adults

Colombia continues to face significant health crises involving occupational safety and cardiovascular emergencies. The Colombian Safety Council (CCS) reported 128,288 occupational accidents in the first quarter of 2026,

Morocco diphtheria resurgence and vaccination efforts

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Morocco faces diphtheria resurgence with multiple cases and deaths

Following a confirmed case of diphtheria in the Souss-Massa region in late September, the Moroccan Ministry of Health and Social Protection has urged families to ensure children complete all doses required by the nationa

Colombia healthcare system administrative and financial rest

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Colombia Ministry of Health launches credit line for EPS

In late September 2026, EPS Sanitas announced a restructuring of its pharmaceutical management network across several Colombian departments, including Bogotá, Antioquia, and Nariño. The changes, effective October 1, invo

Chagas disease control efforts in Latin America

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Colombia achieves international accreditation for Chagas disease control

Efforts to manage and control Chagas disease have seen significant developments in Chile and Colombia. In Chile, the Ministry of Health approved a new national technical standard via Exempt Decree No. 64 of 2026. This

Colombia fiscal and legislative reform efforts

5 clusters · 49 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Colombia faces budget requests for healthcare and energy subsidies

Colombia is navigating significant fiscal and legislative hurdles as the government attempts to manage a growing deficit. Initially, the focus centered on tax reform debates to address a projected deficit that could reac

Breastfeeding awareness initiatives in Mayotte and Morocco

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Morocco launches national breastfeeding promotion campaign

Health organizations and government bodies in Mayotte and Morocco have launched campaigns to promote breastfeeding and maternal health. In Mayotte, the Centre hospitalier Louis Constant Fleming hosted a breastfeeding te

Mental health service demand in Spain and South America

5 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Healthcare developments in Ecuador and Colombia

Mental health service demand and concerns have risen across several South American and European regions, often linked to environmental disasters or social stressors. In Spain and Colombia, natural disasters have triggere