Is Morocco at risk of Hantavirus infection?

The emergence of a Hantavirus cluster aboard a cruise ship has stirred anxiety among Moroccans, still wary of new viral threats post-COVID-19. However, Dr. Tayeb Hamdi assures that while caution is warranted, the current risk of a global pandemic remains low, given the virus's limited human-to-human transmission capabilities.

Rabies diagnosed too late in British grandmother who died after dog scratch in Morocco

What is the «super flu» spreading in Morocco? A health expert explains

The emergence of a new variant of the seasonal influenza A(H3N2) virus has reignited debate around what the media has labeled the «super flu». This comes amid an unusually early rise in flu-like illnesses in several countries, including Morocco. In this interview, Dr. Tayeb Hamdi, physician and researcher in health policy and systems, addresses key questions about the nature of this variant, its risks, vaccine effectiveness, and recommended preventive measures.

Covid-19 in Morocco : Persistent symptoms in patients months after infection

After recovering from Covid-19, some patients have reported persistent symptoms that included the loss of smell and taste and persistent fatigue. Experts stress the importance of monitoring lung damage and psychological sequelae.

Quick Covid-19 healers sustain antibody production longer, Harvard study finds

Patients who recovered quickly from Covid-19, showing short-lived symptoms, tend to sustain antibody production for longer periods, when compared to slow healers, a study finds.