Iranian doctors have successfully performed cornea transplantation using locally produced artificial corneas.  Mahmoud Jabarvand, Chairman of Iran’s Ophthalmology Association, announced this landmark event, highlighting the efforts of Iranian scientists over the past five years to develop these artificial alternatives. This is reported by ParsToday, a partner of TV BRICS. Jabarvand noted that in cases where patients suffer from stem cell degeneration affecting both eyes, native artificial corneas could be a viable solution when native stem cells cannot be used. He…

A groundbreaking implant has been developed by scientists from Fudan University in Shanghai, allowing paralysed individuals to regain control of their leg muscles. By implanting electrodes in both the brain and spinal cord, the researchers have created a “neural bypass” system, a significant breakthrough in brain-spinal cord interface research. This is reported by China Daily, a partner of TV BRICS. This advanced technology enables patients who have suffered spinal cord injuries to stand and walk again. With no current cure for…

Indian Union Minister for Education Shri Dharmendra Pradhan is set to announce the establishment of three AI Centres of Excellence (CoE) focussing on healthcare, agriculture, and sustainable cities. This initiative is part of India’s vision for “Viksit Bharat” (Developed India) and aims to foster a robust AI ecosystem in key sectors. This is reported by ANI, a partner of TV BRICS. According to the Indian Ministry of Education, the CoEs will be spearheaded by leading academic institutions, working in consortium…

China has been sending medical doctors to provide health services in Malawi’s clinics since 2008. This is in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goal 3, which seeks to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all ages by 2030.   Since the first group of 12 Chinese medical workers arrived in Malawi, 11 groups have been dispatched.   The 11th one arrived earlier this year and comprised 18 specialists in internal medicine, surgery, gynaecology, paediatrics, radiology, anaesthesiology and laboratory medicine. They were divided…

The Indian government has introduced several measures to improve the healthcare system, including providing US$5.9 thousands in health insurance to all citizens above 70 years of age, irrespective of their income. This is reported by IANS, a partner of TV BRICS. The source reports that there are also plans to create 75,000 new medical seats over the next five years to make the healthcare system more efficient. Under the Healthy India programme, a Rashtriya Poshan mission has been launched to…

The health and fitness industry in South Africa is estimated to be worth hundreds of millions of dollars, with annual revenues of over US$12 million. From vitamins and supplements to health clubs and fitness trends, the industry is thriving and shows no signs of slowing down. This was reported by CCTV+, a partner of TV BRICS. As more South Africans focus on healthy lifestyles, demand for fitness gyms is on the rise, attracting more people looking to work up a…

Leaders of the National Education, Health, and Allied Workers’ Union (Nehawu) in Mpumalanga’s Bohlabela region expect 5 000 of their members to join their march when they take to the streets on Friday in a demonstration against a Mashishing school principal that they accuse of racism and nepotism. The march will take place at the Estralita Special School in Mashishing, which caters to the needs of children living with disabilities. Estralita has been closed down for the past two months…