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In a world where the Maldives is often imagined as a castaway paradise, the story of how this island nation confronted the scourge of leprosy may not be a well-known...
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While mental health and seeking help for mental health conditions are a pretty common concept among Western countries, in Asian countries such as the Maldives, the topic still remains taboo....
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One thing that surely improves the standard of living in any corner of the world is access to good healthcare. While we often take our health and the healthcare facilities...
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In 2023, the Maldives has been experiencing significant strides in technological advancements, particularly in the realm of government services. Two notable initiatives stand out, showcasing the country's commitment to enhancing...
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Exciting developments are underway in the Maldivian health sector, as the Hulhumale' hospital recently made a groundbreaking announcement. In the near future, the hospital will open a prosthetics and orthotics...
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It is no secret that the Maldives has recently been faced with an alarming rise in the number of individuals getting diagnosed with cancer. Just a decade ago, cancer was...
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In an important milestone for healthcare in G.Dh Thinadhoo, Dr. Abdul Samad Memorial Hospital has recently begun offering chemotherapy services as part of its comprehensive treatment offerings. This significant development...
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The 2023 Public Sector Investment Program (PSIP) plan for the health sector was an extremely intriguing one as the Government announced plans to spend over MVR 318 million through loan...
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Just when everyone thought COVID-19 was over and done for, the Head of Communicable Disease Control of the Health Protection Agency (HPA), Dr Nazla Rafeeq has asked to take measures...
