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Maroc
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Maroc
Thanks to HM the King's Wisdom, Morocco's Sovereignty over Sahara Gains Growing International Support
Thanks to the wisdom and foresight of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Morocco's sovereignty over the Sahara is gaining growing international support, said the President of the Andean Parliament, Gustavo Pacheco Villar. In an interview with MAP on the sidelines of the 3rd International Forum of Young Socialist and Social Democratic Parliamentarians, held in Marrakech on May 2-3, Pacheco Villar emphasized that the foresight of the Sovereign's Vision is reflected in the support of major world powers such as the United States of America, France and Spain for Morocco's sovereignty over its Sahara. In this respect, he noted the growing support of Latin American countries for the Kingdom's position, while reiterating the Andean Parliament's support for Morocco's territorial integrity and sovereignty over its Southern Provinces. He also highlighted the progress and impressive development momentum of these provinces. 'I visited the Kingdom's southern provinces and was impressed by the development projects carried out or launched in the various towns,' stated the President of the Andean Parliament, citing in particular the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy in Laayoune and the Dakhla Atlantic Port. In the same vein, he highlighted the Royal Atlantic Initiative, which aims to open up new prospects for Sahelo-Saharan countries and boost a sustainable regional economic dynamic, as well as the Nigeria-Morocco gas pipeline project, noting that these innovative initiatives make the Kingdom a major player in consolidating and promoting South-South cooperation. Morocco's active presence in Africa and its various actions and initiatives in favor of the continent's countries also reflect the Kingdom's unwavering commitment to lasting cooperation, he affirmed. Referring to the various reforms carried out in the Kingdom under the enlightened leadership of His Majesty the King, Pacheco Villar said that Morocco had taken major steps towards consolidating the rule of law, notably through the adoption of the 2011 Constitution and the empowerment of women.
Morocco World
04-05-2025
- Health
- Morocco World
Prostate Cancer, Second Most Common Cancer Among Moroccan Men
Rabat — The Moroccan Association for Prostate Health revealed that prostate cancer ranks as the second most common cancer affecting men in Morocco, accounting for 16.1% of all male cancers. The association organized a conference on Saturday in Marrakech that brought together medical specialists, researchers, and experts in urology, kidney surgery, pathology, and medical analysis to discuss the situation of prostate cancer in Morocco. Participants pointed out that the North African country possesses the necessary medical resources, scientific capabilities, and human expertise to combat prostate cancer. They also agreed on the significance of early detection in the process of slowing prostate cancer's spread and reducing death rates. Speaking of Morocco's strategies in dealing with the disease, Ahmed El Mansouri, President of the Moroccan Association for Prostate Health, referred to the adoption of High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) technology for treating prostate cancer in the country. He further explained how this technique pays off in effective treatment without complications, noting that early detection while still localized before spreading to neighboring organs is an important step in the treatment process. For her part, Professor Latifa Bouskri from the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy in Marrakech, who also serves as Secretary General of the Association, outlined the prostate cancer situation in Morocco, revealing that data shows it is the second most common cancer among Moroccan men. Echoing El Mansouri's explanation on HIFU, she noted that this technology stands as a breakthrough in treating localized prostate tumors, especially due to its precision in targeting tumors without requiring major surgery. Read also: World Cancer Day: Morocco Reports 40,000 Cases, 13.4% Death Rate Yearly She continued that HIFU significantly contributes to preserving vital functions and quality of life for patients. Bouskri also pointed out the essential role of catheterization in managing certain clinical cases associated with prostate cancer, particularly when facing complications, making it a supportive tool within the comprehensive treatment system. The scientific gathering featured several presentations covering topics such as prostate specific-antigen testing for early detection, the role of pathology in diagnosing prostate cancer and treatment, the differences in symptoms between benign prostate enlargement and prostate cancer. In conjunction with the conference, the Moroccan Association for Prostate Health partnered with the Marrakech Sports for All Association to organize the first road race for prostate health on Sunday in the Red City under the slogan 'Let's All Run Against Prostate Cancer.' Cancer situation in Morocco Cancer has been identified as the second leading cause of death in the country, with recent data revealing that approximately 40,000 new cases are diagnosed annually in Morocco. The concerning incidence rate of 137.3 cases per 100,000 inhabitants places the North African country in a critical situation, with mortality due to cancer accounting for 13.4%. Tags: Cancer MoroccoProstate CancerProstate cancer in Morocco
Morocco World
19-02-2025
- Health
- Morocco World
Morocco Launches First University Diploma in Prison Medicine
Rabat – Morocco has introduced a new university diploma in prison medicine to improve healthcare in prisons. The General Delegation for Prison Administration and Reintegration announced today that this program will help doctors handle the unique challenges of providing medical care in prisons. The diploma was created in partnership with Hassan II University and the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy in Casablanca, with support from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). According to the prison authority, the program is a pioneering initiative in Africa and the Arab world. It covers multiple disciplines to equip prison healthcare workers with essential skills. It also considers the ethical, legal, and medical aspects of prison healthcare. The first training session for the diploma will take place on February 21 and 22 at the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy in Casablanca. 20 doctors from the prison administration have been selected to be the first group of trainees. This diploma is a major step in training prison healthcare staff in Morocco, the delegation argued, noting that it also opens the door for future collaborations, especially through South-South cooperation. The launch of the program comes in the wake of an alarming rise in measles cases in prisons across Morocco. Correctional facilities across the country recorded 122 cases as of January 31. Of these cases, 105 have recovered while the rest were still bed-ridden. In response, the health ministry launched a vaccination campaign across Moroccan prisons, including facilities that had not recorded any measles cases. At least 62,000 inmates and 1,900 prison personnel received the vaccination. Tags: Healthmeaslesprison
