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A new report from the Access to Medicine Foundation reveals how patient-focused pharma companies’ access efforts are

A new report from the Access to Medicine Foundation reveals how patient-focused pharma companies’ access efforts are

AMSTERDAM, Sept. 10, 2024 (Korea Bizwire) – The latest report from the Access to Medicine Foundation takes a first-ever look at the critical issue of how some of the largest pharmaceutical companies are reaching patients worldwide, especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Ahead of the 2024 Access to Medicine Index, the Foundation examined the [...]

Global Africa Business Initiative announces line up for 2024 flagship event “Unstoppable Africa: The Solution for a Global Future”

Global Africa Business Initiative announces line up for 2024 flagship event “Unstoppable Africa: The Solution for a Global Future”

Folly Bah Thibault and Larry Madowo to MC exclusive two-day forum on Africa’s future New York, United States of America, Sept. 05, 2024 (Korea Bizwire) – The Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI) has announced its line up and programme for its annual two-day event on the margins of the UN General Assembly in New York. Taking place [...]

Tuna Vessels Using Forced Labor are Hiding Under MSC Ecolabel, New Research Finds

Tuna Vessels Using Forced Labor are Hiding Under MSC Ecolabel, New Research Finds

Oceana’s Philip Chou says, “No one should have to stomach a side of forced labor with their spicy tuna roll.” WASHINGTON, Sept. 03, 2024 (Korea Bizwire) – New research published today in Ocean Sustainability finds that the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), the world’s most recognized ecolabel for sustainable seafood, is failing to identify forced labor violations in [...]

GOTS combatting greenwashing with #BehindTheSeams campaign that educates consumers about sustainable textiles

GOTS combatting greenwashing with #BehindTheSeams campaign that educates consumers about sustainable textiles

More than 290 brands worldwide participating; Fashion, mattresses and more among giveaways; Manufacturers, brands and consumers urged to support organic in-conversion fibres through the Organic Cotton Accelerator’s Farm Programme Stuttgart, Germany, Sept. 02, 2024 (Korea Bizwire) – For the second year running, Global Standard is taking consumers #BehindTheSeams this September, highlighting the sustainable and social qualities of [...]

GOTS Combatting Greenwashing with #BehindTheSeams Campaign that Educates Consumers about Sustainable Textiles

GOTS Combatting Greenwashing with #BehindTheSeams Campaign that Educates Consumers about Sustainable Textiles

More than 290 brands worldwide participating; Fashion, mattresses and more among daily giveaways;Manufacturers, brands and consumers urged to support organic in-conversion farming Stuttgart, Germany, Sept. 1 (Korea Bizwire) — For the second year running, Global Standard is taking consumers #BehindTheSeams this September, highlighting the sustainable and social qualities of GOTS-certified products – from runway fashion to hygiene [...]

KFSHRC Advances Diversity and Inclusion in Medical Education

KFSHRC Advances Diversity and Inclusion in Medical Education

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Aug. 28, 2024 (Korea Bizwire) – King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) reaffirms its commitment to inclusivity and diversity in medical education, establishing itself as a leader in creating a learning environment that mirrors the global nature of modern healthcare. Housing professionals from over 77 nationalities, KFSHRC cultivates a vibrant [...]

From Care to Connection: KFSHRC Champions Community Engagement

From Care to Connection: KFSHRC Champions Community Engagement

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Aug. 27, 2024 (Korea Bizwire) – In alignment with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 healthcare goals, King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) leads in healthcare innovation with pioneering programs that train future leaders and positively impact the Saudi community. KFSHRC’s Education and Training department ensures the institution’s educational programs maintain high [...]

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners and SSE Thermal commence operations of Energy-from-Waste project Slough Multifuel

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners and SSE Thermal commence operations of Energy-from-Waste project Slough Multifuel

Following financial close in December 2020, the 60MWe Energy-from-Waste plant was safely constructed ahead of time, below budget and commences full operations in August 2024 COPENHAGEN, Denmark , Aug. 23, 2024 (Korea Bizwire) – Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), through its fund Copenhagen Infrastructure IV (CI IV), and joint venture partner SSE Thermal (SSE) have successfully [...]

Our Secure Future (OSF) Releases Findings on New Poll; Champions a Legislative Blueprint for Peace and Security in Asia

Our Secure Future (OSF) Releases Findings on New Poll; Champions a Legislative Blueprint for Peace and Security in Asia

WASHINGTON, Aug. 19, 2024 (Korea Bizwire) – Our Secure Future has released its findings on a global poll about women’s perspectives on security. Conducted with the Women’s Alliance for Security Leadership/International Civil Society Action Network, the poll found that 82% of the women surveyed said that security discussions in their country do not represent them, and 80% [...]

The Global Virus Network (GVN) Escalates MPOX Emergency Response Across Africa and Beyond

The Global Virus Network (GVN) Escalates MPOX Emergency Response Across Africa and Beyond

The GVN MPOX Action Committee is poised to mobilize resources and catalyze efforts in the urgent global call to action TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 16, 2024 (Korea Bizwire) – As the World Health Organization (WHO) declares MPOX a public health emergency of international concern, the Global Virus Network (GVN), headquartered at the University of South Florida (USF), [...]