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ISN Hosts First Official WHA Side Event at WHA79 on Kidney Health
The International Society of Nephrology (ISN) is holding its first official side event at the World Health Assembly (WHA79), timed near the WHO kidney health resolution's anniversary. The event 'Gestational Diabetes and Beyond' focuses on integrated reno-metabolic health and is co-hosted by Guatemala, Kenya, Tanzania, IDF, WDF, UNFPA, and Novo Nordisk Foundation. Discussions aim to build momentum for kidney health initiatives .
Chugai's Rozlytrek Capsules Packaging Wins WorldStar 2026 Award
Chugai Pharmaceutical's packaging for Rozlytrek Capsules (100mg and 200mg) received the 'WorldStar Winner 2026' in the Medical and Pharmaceutical Category from the World Packaging Organization. It excels in reducing environmental impact, ensuring pharmaceutical quality, and improving patient usability. This is Chugai's second such award, following Actemra products in 2016 .
Spain Evacuates Passengers from Hantavirus-Stricken Cruise Ship MV Hondius
Spain has launched a major evacuation of passengers from the luxury cruise ship MV Hondius docked near Tenerife due to a hantavirus outbreak. The operation addresses the global health crisis unfolding on the vessel. Authorities are managing the situation to prevent further spread .
Hantavirus Outbreak on MV Hondius Exposes Gaps in Global Health Security
The deadly hantavirus outbreak on the Dutch-flagged cruise ship MV Hondius has led to passenger evacuations, revealing persistent weaknesses in global health security post-COVID. The incident underscores ongoing vulnerabilities in cruise ship health protocols. Experts call for improved international responses .
Mercer Students Explore International Health Interventions in Morocco
Mercer University students participated in a spring break study abroad trip to Marrakech, Morocco, led by Dr. Chinekwu Obidoa and Mary Brown. The experience focused on community-based public health interventions and cross-cultural learning. It opened students' eyes to global health approaches .