Russian Health Minister Mikhail Murashko and Ethiopian Ambassador to Moscow Genet Teshome Girru discussed plans of cooperation between the countries in the field of health care and prospects of its development for the current year. This is reported on the website of the Russian Ministry. They agreed to increase comprehensive cooperation, including in the field of medical education. According to Murashko, 24 Ethiopian citizens are now studying in Russian universities. He added that the Russian leadership is ready to expand…

Iran is set to introduce a groundbreaking anti-cancer vaccine in the summer of 2025, according to the institute established under the supervision of the Iranian Ministry of Science, Research and Technology. This vaccine is designed to target various types of cancer, as reported by Mehr News Agency, a partner of TV BRICS. Institute representatives highlighted the success of domestic companies in advancing this technology, noting that they are currently capable of meeting 70 per cent of national demand. Researchers of the…

Researchers in China have successfully cloned two piglets from the ancient Shaziling breed, a 4,000-year-old native swine species, in a breakthrough that could enhance the country’s pork industry and advance diabetes research. This is reported by China Daily, a partner of TV BRICS. To safeguard its genetic heritage, researchers extracted and cultured fibroblast cells from frozen ear tissue samples of Shaziling pigs. These cells were then used to construct and cultivate embryos, leading to the successful cloning of the piglets.…

Indian researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking nanoformulation designed to enhance the safety and effectiveness of Parkinson’s disease treatment. This is reported by IANS, a partner of TV BRICS. The group of scientists has developed a targeted drug delivery system that enables the sustained release of 17β-oestradiol (E2), a hormone essential for managing Parkinson’s symptoms. Parkinson’s disease, a progressive neurodegenerative disorder, is linked to an imbalance of 17β-oestradiol in the brain. However, the widespread use of this hormone in therapy has…

Iran is intensifying its efforts to protect and promote its cultural heritage and tourism sector to achieve top-tier recognition from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), according to Reza Salehi Amiri, Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts. This is reported by Iran Press News Agency, a partner of TV BRICS. Minister Salehi Amiri articulated a vision for the future, revealing that Iran is developing comprehensive five-year and twenty-year plans dedicated to elevating its tourism industry. Under…

When Tom Dambudzo was bedridden due to ill health in his rural village, taking painkillers was the only option for him to relieve pain. “I couldn’t walk properly when I had severe backache for six months and my dependence on anaesthetic drugs was quite stressful,” Dambudzo told ChinAfrica.  Dambudzo’s decision to relocate from his rural home on the outskirts of Bulawayo to Harare, Zimbabwe’s capital, in search of quality health care turned out to be a roll of the dice…

Doctors from Surgut have received a patent for an innovative method of surgical treatment of rib fractures. The new procedure involves the insertion of a special fixator into the chest. This method does not disturb soft tissues and keeps the ribs in the correct position. This is reported District broadcaster  “Ugra” , a partner of TV BRICS. According to the head of the Department of Traumatology and Orthopaedics, Sergey Glinyaniy, this approach reduces painful breathing and speeds up the recovery process…

Life Nkanyisa, a subsidiary of the Life Healthcare Group, has threatened to shut down the Witpoort Recovery Centre and the Life Nkanyisa Randfontein Recovery Centre, throwing substance abuse recovering addicts back to the streets, which are already full of drugs. This after it has served about 500 employees with Section 189 notice following the Gauteng Department of Social Development cutting funding due to budgetary constraints. The facilities have a capacity of about 750 patients, with Witpoort Recovery Centre accommodating 300…

India’s DigiSetu telemedicine initiative is revolutionising healthcare access and management for chronic disease patients in underserved regions, as highlighted in a recent study conducted in Tamil Nadu. Designed to bridge healthcare gaps, the DigiSetu model combines telemedicine with trained health professionals, providing much-needed support for patients with conditions such as diabetes and hypertension. This is reported by ANI, a partner of TV BRICS. Over 11,000 patients accessed quality healthcare. This initiative proved instrumental in the early diagnosis and management of…

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…