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A catastrophic glacial flood and mudslide in eastern Nepal has killed at least 359 people and left more than 1,300 unaccounted for, including numerous foreign tourists. International aid organizations and neighboring governments have launched fundraising campaigns and rescue appeals as investigators examine the disaster’s cause.
American doctors who visited Gaza are sharing their accounts of what they witnessed, describing the challenging conditions and their emotional impact.
A harrowing film titled 'American Doctor' follows three volunteer doctors as they work to save lives on the frontline in Gaza and subsequently return to the US to advocate in Congress about the consequences of American actions or inactions.
IDF troops withdrew from a Palestinian-American doctor's home in the West Bank village of Turmus Aiya after pressure from the US embassy.
The award-winning documentary 'American Doctor,' which follows U.S. physicians treating children wounded in Gaza, has unveiled its trailer and set its theatrical release date.
An American doctor who was previously infected with Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo has returned to the United States.
An American doctor, who had been treating Ebola in Congo and was hospitalized in Prague with suspected Ebola, has been discharged from Bulovka Hospital after testing negative for the virus. He has since flown back to the United States.
A 30-year-old Canadian pilot successfully evacuated the family of an American doctor who contracted the Ebola virus, flying them to safety.
An American doctor infected with Ebola has arrived in Germany for emergency treatment and expressed cautious optimism about his condition.
The World Health Organization has issued warnings about a worsening Ebola outbreak in DR Congo and Uganda, reporting hundreds of suspected cases and over a hundred deaths. The WHO assesses the risk as high regionally but low globally, while efforts are underway to fund clinics and develop a vaccine.
American doctor with Ebola flown to Germany as wife and four children are monitored NBC News
An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has resulted in over 130 deaths, with an American doctor working in the region also testing positive for the virus. Health authorities worldwide, including the CDC, are monitoring the situation and implementing surveillance measures, though the risk to countries like the US is deemed low.
Ghazi Shami, founder of Empire, is expanding his collaboration with Watermelon Pictures by joining the 'American Doctor' documentary as an executive producer, with his indie record label providing soundtracks and music licensing.
A Lebanese journalist was killed in an Israeli strike, prompting accusations of war crimes from Lebanese leaders and a funeral for the reporter. The incident occurred shortly before Washington talks, with reports also detailing her final moments under rubble.
An Iranian-American doctor has sent a strong message to a Hollywood actress, drawing attention to Iran's preparations to execute a female protester.
A sense of outrage compelled Oscar-nominated producer Poh Si Teng to make her directorial debut, the searing American Doctor, now screening at CPH:DOX in Copenhagen. “I was very angry and then came despair,” she explained in a talk at the CPH:Conference on Tuesday. “I didn’t know what to do with those emotions.” Her emotions sprang […]
The director of American Doctor and two physicians in the film discuss the challenges of treating Gaza's wounded civilians and why they believe the world must see what is happening there.
The film 'American Doctor,' directed by Poh Si Teng, focuses on the work of three American doctors in Gaza, portraying the brutality of the conflict without explaining its political complexities.
A 56-year-old doctor, originally from Peru and practicing in Rochester for 30 years, shares personal reflections on his career, participation in anti-ICE protests, and providing free medical care to immigrants.
Even top American doctors are now relocating to China. On July 21, Westlake University in Hangzhou announced that Shen Yang, a top endocrinologist in Los Angeles, had joined its medical…
An AI health startup has announced ambitious plans to provide assistance to 50% of doctors across Latin America, leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance medical practice.
An American doctor who successfully recovered from Ebola has returned to the United States, reporting that he is feeling well.
American doctor Patrick LaRochelle has been isolated in a hermetically sealed biobox in a Prague hospital for eighteen days, awaiting symptoms of the deadly Ebola virus, with only medical staff in specialized suits allowed to visit him.
An American doctor exposed to Ebola in Congo reflected on the risks involved, stating that giving his son a smartphone 'feels riskier than what we’re doing in Congo.' His comments highlight the perceived dangers of modern life versus humanitarian work.
The United States expresses cautious optimism for an agreement with Iran as Pakistan continues its mediation efforts to de-escalate tensions. However, a planned mediation trip to Iran has reportedly been put on hold, introducing uncertainty into the peace process.
An American patient infected with Ebola is receiving treatment in Berlin, while another American doctor with suspected Ebola is expected to be hospitalized in Prague.
An Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo has led to 136 deaths, prompting the WHO to warn about its rapid spread and scale. International efforts are ramping up to contain the deadly virus as fear grips affected communities.
An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has resulted in over 100 deaths and caused international concern. The United States began screening airports after an American doctor contracted the virus in the DRC and was transferred to Germany for treatment.
Spain is investigating several suspected cases of hantavirus, including one in Alicante linked to a KLM flight and a woman who traveled with a deceased Dutch national. The UK has also reported potential new cases, prompting health alerts.
American doctor Jen Caudle has warned about three things people should avoid doing before sex, as they can cause dryness, irritation, and erection problems.
AMERICAN doctor Dr. Eric Berg warns that a popular breakfast contains huge amounts of sugar and fructose.
The filmmaker spoke during a morning session at the Copenhagen documentary festival's CPH:Conference about moving from producing to directing and her hopes for the project.
Emmy-winning filmmaker Poh Si Teng resigned from her ABC executive position and depleted her savings to create a documentary about healthcare workers in Gaza, inspired by the death of a colleague.
Watermelon Pictures is providing free tickets to healthcare workers for screenings of 'American Doctor', a documentary about U.S. physicians volunteering to treat wounded Palestinian children in Gaza.
American doctors are choosing to leave the U.S. to work in a remote coastal community in British Columbia, Canada, citing changes in B.C.'s healthcare system as a motivating factor.
An Indian-American doctor spoke out after receiving 'go back to India' abuse following a viral video, which sparked controversy over her wearing a bindi.
An American doctor who was previously infected with the Ebola virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo has returned to the United States.
A group representing America's doctors has reportedly voted to take a stance against Robert F. Kennedy Jr., indicating a significant disagreement or opposition.
An American doctor who contracted Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been discharged from a German hospital after recovering. This comes as the Ebola outbreak in the DRC continues to worsen, with nearly 500 confirmed cases reported by the WHO.
A Slovak media review highlights a Czech newspaper's astonishment at the comparison of Prime Minister Fico to a "retro-copy" of Putin, also touching on a communist MP's stance on Ukraine and an American doctor with suspected Ebola.
The White House has denied claims that it resisted allowing an American doctor, currently receiving treatment in Germany after testing positive for an Ebola virus without a vaccine, to return to the US.
An American doctor is set to be transported to Prague aboard specialized 'Ebola Jets' operated by Phoenix Air Group, which are equipped with internal isolation tents and air filtration systems for safely transporting highly infectious patients.
The World Health Organization declared a global public health emergency over the rapidly spreading Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, which has caused numerous deaths and prompted international concern. The outbreak has spread beyond borders, leading to increased intervention efforts and travel advisories.
An American doctor has tested positive for Ebola amidst an outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to reports.
The South Island town of Timaru, New Zealand, is making global headlines as American doctors are increasingly choosing to relocate there.
Dr. Sheila Nazarian, an Iranian-American doctor, criticized Hollywood actress Elizabeth Banks and other public figures for allegedly ignoring human rights abuses against women in Iran amid ongoing executions.
Once the wise believed that eggs containing cholesterol led to more dangerous cholesterol in the blood. But the wise became wiser, now the message is: Eat heartily. Eggs are healthy, nutritious, and climate-friendly.