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What Qatar Genome Programme’s new partnership mean for precision medicine?

Predictive genomics is a significant field that can assist in anticipating illness risk and assess treatment responses. Qatar Genome Program (QGP), a member of Qatar Foundation (QF), and Thermo Fisher Scientific have joined…

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No cases of Monkeypox in Qatar yet but here is what you should know

Qatar’s Ministry of Public Health is monitoring the global and regional epidemiological situation to ensure smooth management of a potential introduction of Monkeypox. Health authorities in Qatar have carried out…

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Qatar makes a splash in Sudan with essential water, irrigation projects

Over 40% of households in Sudan do not have access to basic water services. Two of the Gulf nation’s biggest charity organisations have mobilised efforts to help over 45,000 people…

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Qatar to help dozens of children with critical heart cases in Bangladesh

Dozens of children have received life-saving medical assistance free of charge thanks to the charity’s latest support. Around 31 children from Bangladesh who suffered from congenital heart defects were offered…

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Dangerous chemicals found in ‘takeout containers and nonstick pans’

High levels of exposure to chemicals found in both non-stick pans and takeout containers is associated to increased cancer risk, weakened immune function, and developmental delays in children. More people…

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Qatar Red Crescent Society provides reproductive health services in Somalia

Somalia is currently facing the worst drought in 40 years as 40% of the population are face acute food insecurity. The Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) office in Somalia is…

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Qatar helping more than half a million with sanitation services

The major projects are funded by generous donations from Qatar’s community; here’s how you can still help. Around 523,000 vulnerable people from six different countries are expected to benefit from Qatar…

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Report: Qatar is the most ‘teeth-conscious’ country

The latest study was conducted by Kent Express, the UK’s leading mail order dental supplier. Qatar has topped the list of the oral health league table thanks to its advanced…

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Sidra Medicine to host maternal mental health conference in May

One-in-ten women can experience significant depression and anxiety during pregnancy and the first year of their baby’s life. Sidra Medicine is hosting the World Maternal Mental Health Day Conference on…

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