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Patient Safety Movement Foundation Appoints New Chairman; Announces Drive Toward Zero Preventable Patient Deaths By 2030
March 12, 2020
Patient Safety Movement Foundation (PSMF) – a global non-profit dedicated to unifying those involved in the healthcare ecosystem, identifying challenges that are causing patient deaths, and creating actionable solutions to mitigate them – is pleased to announce the appointment of its new chairman of the board of directors – Michael A.E. Ramsay, MD, FRCA. It also reaffirms its commitment to patient health and safety with updates to its mission, vision and values; and reestablishes its goal of achieving ZERO preventable patient deaths by 2030. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200310005733/en/ As one of PSMF’s longest-standing board members, serving since 2013, Dr. Ramsay has been an advocate for patient safety in the anesthesia world since the 1980’s and embodies the values and principles......
Qatar's coronavirus cases jump by 238
March 12, 2020
Qatar announced 238 new confirmed cases of coronavirus today saying the number of infections was likely to increase, Al Jazeera reported. The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the Gulf state is now 262 cases so far. The Ministry of Health said the number of people infected “is likely to increase among contacts of previously announced patients”. ...
Vifor Pharma Group Reports Strong Growth in 2019, Exceeding Raised Guidance
March 12, 2020
Regulatory News: Vifor Pharma Group recorded strong financial and operational performance in 2019 by focusing on its three strategic growth drivers while continuing to invest in its pipeline. The company exceeded its raised guidance for full-year 2019 on both net sales and EBITDA. FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE: STRONG SALES AND PROFIT GROWTH CONTINUES
Qatar schools set up virtual classes to manage suspension of classroom teaching
March 11, 2020
Doha: With the closure of schools and universities in Qatar, virtual classes are set to take place of conventional means of teaching and learning as a number of educational institutes are ready to employ modern technology. Virtual classes are emerging as an alternative for the classes of schools and universities which were suspended to curb the spread of COVID-19. While some private universities and schools have already announced starting virtual"...
Qatar Charity distributes gas heaters, bread in Palestine
March 11, 2020
Doha: Qatar Charity (QC) has distributed 395 gas heaters to the families of orphans and needy families in the various governorates of the West Bank, while the bread distribution project is underway in the Gaza Strip. The aid comes in view of the difficult economic conditions experienced by the Palestinians and their deteriorating living conditions during the winter. The gas heater project has benefited 1975 persons belonging to families in need"...
Takeda Provides Update on TOURMALINE-MM2 Phase 3 Trial
March 11, 2020
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (TSE:4502/NYSE:TAK) (“Takeda”) today announced the results from the TOURMALINE-MM2 study designed to evaluate the addition of NINLARO™ (ixazomib) to lenalidomide and dexamethasone in newly diagnosed transplant ineligible multiple myeloma patients. The addition of ixazomib to lenalidomide and dexamethasone resulted in an improvement in median progression-free survival (PFS) of 13.5 months (35.3 months versus 21.8 months; hazard ratio [HR] 0.83; p=0.073); however, it did not meet the threshold for statistical significance. The safety profile associated with NINLARO from the TOURMALINE-MM2 trial was generally consistent with the existing prescribing information. Results from the TOURMALINE-MM2 study will be submitted to an upcoming medical congress. “There is a need for treatment options in transplant ineligible patients. We remain......
Sinterex named Best 3D-Printed Healthcare Products Manufacturer Middle East
March 11, 2020
Global Health & Pharma (GHP), a global information sharing platform & a multi-disciplinary members community announced winners of the 2019 Technology Awards this month and recognised Sinterex as Best 3D-Printed Healthcare Products Manufacturer – Middle East. In its announcement, GHP said, “Technology is a great force for change across numerous industries, sectors and fields. In the global healthcare industry, it has become a"...
Takeda Initiates Development of a Plasma-Derived Therapy for COVID-19
March 9, 2020
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (TOKYO:4502/NYSE:TAK) (“Takeda”) today will share with members of the United States Congress that it is initiating the development of an anti-SARS-CoV-2 polyclonal hyperimmune globulin (H-IG) to treat high-risk individuals with COVID-19, while also studying whether Takeda’s currently marketed and pipeline products may be effective treatments for infected patients. SARS-CoV-2 is the virus that causes COVID-19. Hyperimmune globulins are plasma derived-therapies that have previously been shown to be effective in the treatment of severe acute viral respiratory infections and may be a treatment option for COVID-19. As a leader in plasma-derived therapies with more than 75 years of experience in the development of plasma-derived products, Takeda has the expertise to research, develop, and manufacture a potential anti-SARS-CoV-2 polyclonal......
Sidra Medicine hosts Maternal and Child Health Symposium
March 8, 2020
Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation, hosted the first day of its Maternal and Child Health Symposium (MCH), yesterday.
The symposium will continue until tomorrow at the Qatar National Convention Center. It aims to highlight the latest developments and innovations in maternal and child health, patient care and research.
In alignment with Qatar’s National Health Strategy 2018-2022 priority targets: Healthy women leading to healthy pregnancies, the MCH Symposium 2020 is showcasing presentations and"...
Sheikha Moza opens Equine Veterinary Medical Center
March 8, 2020
H H Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation, has officially opened the Equine Veterinary Medical Center – a regionally unique facility designed to provide the highest calibre of healthcare for horses while also advancing veterinary science.
During a tour of the Education City-based centre — a member of Qatar Foundation — to mark its opening yesterday, H H Sheikha Moza bint Nasser was given an insight into its services, technologies, and equine healthcare practices, while also meeting"...
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