South Africa has recorded a sharp increase in laboratory-confirmed mpox cases, with the Department of Health warning the public to remain vigilant as signs point to rapid local transmission of the viral infection. As of Thursday, September 17, the country had recorded 18 confirmed cases and one probable case, with the majority reported in the Western Cape. Fifteen cases have been recorded in the Western Cape, particularly in the City of Cape Town, while three cases were reported in Gauteng…

Why is the pharmaceutical industry becoming an element of strategic infrastructure on a par with energy, transport and digital technologies? How can BRICS and BRICS+ countries draw on India’s experience to build a joint architecture of pharmaceutical sovereignty? Read the TV BRICS article Medicines as strategic infrastructure of the global economy The COVID-19 pandemic elevated the pharmaceutical industry to the level of strategic infrastructure, comparable in importance to energy, transport and digital technologies. Access to medicines, vaccines and medical components…

The system enables doctors to track impending changes in a patient’s level of consciousness Iran has developed a prototype of a new medical device designed to monitor a patient’s level of consciousness more accurately and reliably during general anaesthesia. This was reported by Mehr News Agency, a partner of TV BRICS. The system determines the depth of anaesthesia based on the brain’s electrical activity, which it records using electroencephalography (EEG) signals. The signals obtained are analysed by a mathematical model describing…

The country plans to develop specialist medical care, medical tourism and local production of pharmaceuticals and medical equipment Ethiopia intends to position Addis Ababa as a leading African healthcare hub, including for specialised medical care and medical tourism. This was stated by the country’s Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh, according to Fana Media Corporation, a partner of TV BRICS. According to the Deputy Prime Minister, Ethiopia also intends to expand local production of pharmaceuticals, medical equipment and diagnostic tools. One of the…

BEIJING, Aug. 20 (Xinhua) — Half a century ago, a “barefoot doctor” in rural China might have carried little more than a bag of basic medicines, a few syringes and a dozen or so needles. Today, those humble practitioners have given way to a vast and diverse healthcare workforce operating within the world’s largest health system that spans village clinics, county hospitals and advanced medical centers equipped with cutting-edge technologies. As China marks its ninth Doctors’ Day on Wednesday, the…

New regulatory decision allows eligible adults and adolescents aged 12 and over to receive a once-daily oral therapy when systemic treatment is required⁠ The United Arab Emirates has approved a new oral treatment option for non-segmental vitiligo, making the country the first in the world to authorise the therapy for eligible adults and adolescents aged 12 and above who require systemic treatment. The Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) approved the expanded therapeutic indication for upadacitinib, allowing its use in patients with…

These technologies help doctors respond more quickly, make more accurate diagnoses and treat conditions more effectively The United Arab Emirates’ healthcare system is making greater use of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies. This was reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. In Abu Dhabi, AI-powered systems are being used to analyse mammograms. Algorithms help to identify changes in tissue structure that may indicate pathological processes. Smart wards equipped with contactless sensors are being introduced in the emirate’s…

The coatings are designed to minimise complications following prosthetic surgery Researchers at Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University (IKBFU), a partner of TV BRICS, in collaboration with colleagues, have successfully tested a new bioactive material for orthopaedics based on the natural mineral hydroxyapatite with the addition of nitrogen oxide. This development will help reduce the risk of prosthesis rejection and protect patients from bacterial infections. This was reported on the website of the university. Traditional implants made from titanium alloys are extremely strong…

* China is accelerating the integration of fitness and healthcare, with community health centers, smart exercise services and professional guidance helping people pursue safer and more scientifically grounded lifestyles. * Driven by national strategies such as Healthy China 2030 and nationwide fitness initiatives, China is expanding public sports facilities, building “15-minute fitness circles” and bringing exercise opportunities closer to communities. * From grassroots leagues and school activities to winter sports and mass-participation events, a nationwide fitness movement is reshaping China’s sporting culture…

The plan focuses on advancing joint initiatives, digitalisation and improving the quality of healthcare services More than 70 representatives of the BRICS countries and their partners adopted a declaration following a visit to the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh, northern India. This was reported by ANI, a partner of TV BRICS. The participants identified nine priority areas for cooperation in healthcare, including two initiatives proposed by India. “The first is a mission for healthy lifestyles,…