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Syrian Medical Association conference focuses on innovation and healthcare reform
6+ hour, 29+ min ago (149+ words) Damascus, April 4 (SANA) " The Syrian Medical Association concluded its first scientific conference on Saturday, bringing together more than 1,400 physicians from Syria and abroad for a three-day event titled "Advances in Human Medical Specialties." Officials said the conference offered a platform…...
Gaza faces severe food crisis as child malnutrition rises, aid agencies warn
5+ hour, 33+ min ago (367+ words) Occupied Jerusalem, April 4 (SANA) " Children in the Gaza Strip are confronting a deepening humanitarian crisis, with severe food shortages, rising malnutrition, and dwindling supplies of infant formula, international agencies warned Saturday. The situation is exacerbated by the ongoing Israeli blockade…...
Syria joins first Arab Board meeting of 2026 held via video conference
8+ hour, 54+ min ago (233+ words) Damascus, April 4 (SANA) Syria participated on Saturday in the first 2026 meeting of the Supreme Council of the Arab Board of Health Specializations, which was held via video conference to discuss ways to enhance joint Arab medical cooperation and improve the…...
Gaza faces life-threatening medication shortages as health crisis worsens
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (415+ words) Occupied Jerusalem, April 3 (SANA) Thousands of patients in the Gaza Strip are at risk as hospitals and clinics grapple with a severe shortage of medications and medical supplies, officials warn. The crisis, driven by restricted deliveries under the Israeli occupation,…...
Health Minister: Physicians are the backbone of Syria’s resilience and future recovery
2+ day, 6+ hour ago (296+ words) The conference features an elite group of local and international experts, covering a vast range of medical fields. Key sessions are dedicated to: Human Rights and Professional Ethics In a significant addition to the scientific agenda, the conference will hold…...
Syria’s ministries sign agreement to support students with hearing disabilities
2+ day, 10+ hour ago (170+ words) Syria's ministries sign agreement to support students with hearing disabilities" Damascus, April 2 (SANA) The Ministries of Social Affairs and Labor and Education signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on Thursday to improve examination conditions for students with hearing impairments, promoting…...
Syrian Doctors Syndicate opens first scientific conference in Damascus
2+ day, 14+ hour ago (131+ words) Damascus, April 2 (SANA) The Syrian Doctors Syndicate on Thursday opened its first scientific conference in Damascus under the title "Advances in Human Medical Specialties," with the participation of local and regional medical figures. The conference, attended by the ministers of…...
Study: small lifestyle changes may reduce heart disease risk
3+ day, 13+ hour ago (240+ words) Sydney, April 1 (SANA) Simple lifestyle changes, including longer sleep, increased physical activity and higher vegetable intake, may significantly reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, according to a recent scientific study. The findings, reported by HealthDay, showed that adding…...
Snail-inspired robots offer new approach to targeted cancer treatment
4+ day, 11+ hour ago (217+ words) New York, March 31 (SANA) Researchers have developed soft, microscopic robots inspired by the movement of snails that could improve cancer treatment by delivering drugs directly to tumors, potentially reducing side effects linked to conventional therapies. The technology, reported by Interesting…...
Medical supply disruptions to Africa raise fears of cholera outbreaks, UN warns
6+ day, 6+ hour ago (364+ words) Capitals, March 29 (SANA) " Disruptions to medical supply chains bound for several African countries are threatening disease control efforts, including cholera response programs, amid logistical challenges linked to the war in the Middle East, according to warnings from United Nations agencies…...