A Major Milestone in the Fight Against Polio Announced at the 4th International Riyadh Humanitarian Forum In a landmark commitment to global health, the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) has announced a historic USD 500 million pledge to support the worldwide eradication of polio. The announcement was made during the opening session of the 4th International Riyadh Humanitarian Forum, signifying a major step forward in combating this debilitating disease. This substantial financial contribution forms the foundation of two large-scale projects, developed in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF. These initiatives aim to eliminate polio…
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Imperial College Business School Executive Education, in collaboration with Emeritus, has announced the launch of Nutrition for Health: Evidence-Based Tools and Strategies, a groundbreaking programme designed to reshape the understanding of nutrition and health. Commencing in April 2025, this six-week, part-time executive education course aims to provide participants with the skills and scientific knowledge to navigate the complex relationship between food, health, and wellbeing. By offering evidence-based insights, the programme seeks to empower individuals to make informed dietary decisions that foster long-term health improvements at both personal and societal levels. Bridging the Gap Between Science and Practical Application In today’s…
Advocates Call for Greater Awareness and Industry Change Allergy campaigner and entrepreneur Julianne Ponan MBE has joined forces with documentary producer Libby Evans to shed light on the struggles faced by people with severe allergies in the airline industry. The short film, Airborne Allergies: Life On the Line, highlights the risks, misconceptions, and lack of regulations that make air travel a daunting experience for those with life-threatening allergies. A Documentary Born from Personal Struggles Libby Evans, a Multimedia Journalism student at the University of Bournemouth, produced the seven-minute documentary to highlight the hypocrisy and challenges faced by passengers with allergies.…