### Governor Richard More O’Ferrall: A Man of High Principles and His Impact on Malta In the annals of Malta’s colonial history, few figures stand out as prominently as Governor Richard More O’Ferrall. Serving as the Governor of Malta from 1847 to 1851, O’Ferrall’s tenure was marked by a commitment to high moral principles and…
**Trump’s Reclassification of Marijuana: A Shift in Perspective and Its Implications for Malta** In a surprising move, former President Donald Trump announced that marijuana would be reclassified as a ‘less dangerous’ substance, a change that, while short of full legalisation, signals a significant shift in the national stance on cannabis. For Malta, a nation that…
### Winter Flu Season Hits Early, Putting Pressure on Malta’s Healthcare System As the warm hues of autumn begin to fade and the chill of winter settles over Malta, the annual flu season has arrived earlier than usual this year, raising concerns among healthcare professionals and local communities. With reports of increased flu cases already…
**Watch: ‘Keeping up vaccination rates is essential’ – Charmaine Gauci** In a recent address, Charmaine Gauci, Malta’s Chief Medical Officer, emphasized the critical importance of maintaining high vaccination rates across the nation. This message resonates deeply within the Maltese community, especially as the country navigates the ongoing challenges posed by infectious diseases, including the lingering…
**Doctors in England to Strike as ‘Super Flu’ Surges: What It Means for Malta** In a dramatic escalation of tensions within the UK’s National Health Service (NHS), doctors across England are preparing to strike as a particularly virulent strain of influenza, dubbed ‘super flu’, surges through the population. This situation not only raises alarms in…
### How Misinformation May Be Fuelling Teen Vaping in Malta In recent years, the vaping epidemic has swept across the globe, and Malta is no exception. As the government grapples with the rising number of teenagers taking up vaping, a troubling layer of complexity has emerged: misinformation. This issue not only complicates public health efforts…
**Mexico Approves Punishing Vape Sales with Jail Time: A Maltese Perspective** In a bold move to combat the rising popularity of e-cigarettes, Mexico has recently approved a law that imposes severe penalties, including jail time, for those found selling vape products. This legislative step has sparked widespread debate and has drawn significant attention from public…
In a significant shift that has far-reaching implications beyond the United States, a US vaccine panel has recently altered its stance on hepatitis B vaccination advice. This move, occurring during the Trump administration, has sparked considerable debate and has the potential to influence global health policies, including those in Malta. Hepatitis B is a serious…
### Malta’s HIV Diagnosis Rate Reaches a Decade High: A Call to Action In a concerning development for public health, Malta has seen its HIV diagnosis rate reach a 10-year high. According to recent reports from the Health Department, the number of new diagnoses has surged, prompting healthcare professionals and community leaders to take notice…
— **Title: Malta’s Healthcare Workers and the COVID Booster Dilemma: A Closer Look** **Article:** In a surprising twist to the ongoing COVID-19 saga, a recent study has revealed that a significant number of doctors and nurses in Malta are shunning the COVID booster vaccine. This trend, while concerning on a global scale, holds particular significance…
### Doctors Concerned by Falling MMR Jab Rate in Malta Malta has long been a beacon of public health success, with robust vaccination programs that have historically kept the community safe from infectious diseases. However, recent data has raised alarms among healthcare professionals, as the Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccination rate has been on…
On the outskirts of Marsa, the smell of smoke still lingers in the air, a grim reminder of the inferno that engulfed the scrapyard just days ago. What started as a localized fire quickly escalated into a full-blown environmental disaster, drawing the attention and concern of local MPs who are now demanding a thorough investigation…
