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A recent investigation discovered that there were no cases of brain injuries among individuals suffering from ‘Havana Syndrome’.

Washington —  A group of specialized examinations revealed that there were no brain injuries or degeneration present in Americans working as diplomats or in other government roles, who have experienced mysterious health issues previously referred to as “Havana syndrome,” according…

Gambian legislators will be voting on a proposed bill to revoke the ban on FGM.

If the vote on Monday is successful, Gambia will become the first country to revoke its prohibition of female genital cutting, also known as female genital mutilation (FGM). This procedure involves the removal of part or all of the external…

“Return to the Moon” is not something that can be changed. “Going back to the Moon” is an unalterable event.

Following the completion of the Apollo program, there was a significant pause in the United States’ efforts towards lunar exploration. What occurred during this period of time, and what initiatives has NASA been pursuing? This film, produced by Voice of…

Efforts Underway to Control Overpopulation of Island Mice, Which Are Devouring Bird Populations

CAPE TOWN, South Africa —  Mice, unintentionally brought to a secluded island close to Antarctica two centuries ago, are multiplying rapidly due to the effects of climate change. They are feeding on seabirds and causing significant damage to a protected…

The Desire for Happiness: California Legislators Seek Answers

SACRAMENTO, Calif. —  California Assemblyman Anthony Rendon likes to spend his spare time away from the Capitol in Sacramento with his 4-year-old daughter at home near Los Angeles. Last weekend, he took her ice skating and afterward to an indoor…

A novel type of hospital is being introduced to rural areas of America, lacking the provision of inpatient beds.

In the United States, rural hospitals are facing financial challenges and a newer type of hospital is emerging, particularly in the Southeast region. Rural emergency hospitals receive more than $3 million in federal funding a year and higher Medicare reimbursements…

Combining Batteries and Green Energy Sources to Form a Significant Solution for Climate Change

A Danish corporation is constructing a large solar farm in the Arizona desert, which incorporates battery storage that collects and redistributes energy to the electric grid during periods of sunlight and darkness. The combination of batteries and sustainable energy is…

“The strike of doctors in Kenya has resulted in unattended patients and turned-away individuals in need of medical attention.”

NAIROBI, Kenya —  Kenya’s public hospital doctors launched a countrywide strike on Thursday, alleging that the government has not fulfilled the commitments outlined in a collective bargaining agreement made in 2017 after a 100-day strike which resulted in deaths due…

In April, Namibia will commence the distribution of the HPV vaccine.

Windhoek, Namibia —  A health official from Namibia has informed VOA that the country is preparing to distribute the HPV vaccine to adolescent girls starting in April, as part of their efforts to prevent and combat cervical cancer. There are…

Malawi is conducting trials on genetically modified maize in order to combat hunger and agricultural pests.

Malawi has embarked on trials of genetically modified maize aimed to curb recurrent hunger and pests like fall armyworms and caterpillars. The trials come amid concerns about the possible effects genetically modified organisms have on health and the environment. Lameck…