Category: Regions
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World Malaria Day: New Vaccine Offers Hope for Africa’s Children
A breakthrough malaria vaccine could protect millions of children across the continent and contribute to the elimination of malaria. The private sector will have to play a role in scaling up and boosting access to vaccines and other preventative approaches. Malaria in Africa Less than three years ago, half a million children in Africa died…
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Australia Becomes First Nation To Allow Medical Use of Magic Mushrooms and MDMA
In recent years, the opinion of psychedelic drugs has shifted, especially with growing research suggesting their potential as health-improving medicines. Now, in a groundbreaking decision, Australia recently announced that as of July 1st, it would legalize the use of psilocybin and MDMA – for health conditions of course. Australia Officially Recognizes and Legalizes Psychedelics as…
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My Festive Season Wishlist: Gifts For The Year Ahead
It’s that time of the year when we get to unwind, laugh with friends and family, eat delicious food and enjoy the greatest gift of all: love. On the other hand, if you’re looking to add something more tangible to your gift-giving and receiving gifts this festive season, then read on for some of the…
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The Modal Material for Innovative and Sustainable Fabrics of the Future
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The Race for Gender Equity in African Healthcare Begins in Kenya
Kenya, Africa. In the past few years, Africa has seen numerous advancements as a continent. From technological to economic growth, the country is growing to become a booming business hub, ripe for investment opportunities. However, it is still home to a poor healthcare system. According to the WHO, Africa carries 25% of the world’s disease…
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International Men’s Day: More Men Needed To Become Blood Stem Cell Donors
Leukemia is reportedly one of the most common cancers in the world, with blood cancer diagnosis being more prevalent in men than women. Blood stem cell donations are often the only chance of survival for people living with the disease, with women making up 60% of registered donors on the global registry, as opposed to…
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Improved Contraceptive Access Helps to Empower South African Women
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How to Choose High-Quality Vitamins and Supplements: Four Questions To Ask When Shopping For A Multivitamin
There are a lot of different multivitamins available, and not all of them are created equally. Before choosing a multivitamin, you should do your research to ensure that the one you pick is the one that will benefit you the most. Ask yourself these four questions the next time you go shopping for a multivitamin.…
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Bonang Matheba Speaks To Longevity About Skincare and Self-Care
South Africa: This past week at the launch of Nivea ’s new product that highlights the importance of celebrating the skin we were born into, Longevity had the opportunity to speak to South African presenter and icon Bonang Matheba. At 35, Bonang has built an incredible legacy for herself over the past few years. However,…
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Clinique La Prairie Aesthetics & Medical Spa Wins At World Spa Awards
News from Bangkok, 18th October 2022: Clinique La Prairie Aesthetics & Medical Spa at The St. Regis Bangkok has received three top accolades in the World Spa Awards 2022. The medical spa received Thailand’s Best Day Spa, Asia’s Best Day Spa, and World’s Best Day Spa at the eighth annual awards this week. It is…