Cancer Survivor Celebrates 12th Birthday with Puttinu Staff

Aug 21 2024

Luca Piccione, who bravely battled leukemia for three years, celebrated his 12th birthday with a special event organized by Puttinu Cares. Now in remission and officially finished with chemotherapy, Luca’s journey has been a powerful testament to his strength and resilience.

At the celebration, Luca’s mother expressed her joy, stating, “Not just a survivor, but Luca can thrive and live a normal and healthy life again.” The event, filled with laughter, cake, and heartfelt messages, brought together Luca’s family and the Puttinu Cares team to honour his remarkable recovery.

The gathering was more than just a birthday party; it was a celebration of Luca’s courage and a new beginning for his life. His story stands as a powerful example of hope and determination, inspiring all who know him.

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Baby Talks: An Event That Sheds Light On Wellbeing Of New Parents & Infant Care

Baby Talks: A Day For New Parent Well-Being & Infant Care

Aug 21 2024

Are you pregnant, or currently navigating the first months of parenthood? MyMama is thrilled to invite you to Baby Talks, a full-day event dedicated to new parent wellbeing and infant care, happening on October 5th 2024 at Hilton Malta.

What to Expect at Baby Talks

At Baby Talks, you’ll find a supportive space where unfiltered conversations happen. Join panel discussions and Q&A sessions with top local experts and experienced parents who have been in your shoes. Whether you’re dealing with postpartum recovery, have an entire list of questions about baby’s health, or you’re wondering how to address touchy topics such as childcare, returning to work or financial planning, our panels cover a wide range of themes to help you feel informed and empowered.

In between talks you can explore the services and experience products that can support you in the walk-through themed areas. From baby care and breastfeeding to weaning, infant safety and parent hacks, these zones offer the opportunity to meet professionals, ask questions, and discover the best resources available to new parents in Malta.

Join the Conversation – Share Your Story

We believe that real-life experiences are just as valuable as expert advice, and we want to hear from you! If you have a story to share – whether it’s about the challenges of childbirth, adjusting to life with a newborn, how you found your footing as a new mum or dad, or any other aspect of early parenthood – we’d like to invite you to pluck up the courage and be a speaker on one of our panel discussions. Your insights could make a huge difference to fellow parents and parents-to-be. To participate, simply email us at [email protected] with your details and story.

We’re also calling on service providers and brands that cater to new parents to join us at this event. This is a unique opportunity to connect with our community and showcase what you do best.

Supported by the Ministry of Health & Active Ageing, Malta Daily and Pampers, Baby Talks is an unmissable event for any parent-to-be or new parent looking to start their parenting journey with confidence.

Mark your calendar for October 5th 2024, and join us at Hilton Malta for a day of learning, sharing and community building. We look forward to welcoming you to Baby Talks!

For more information and to view the full agenda, visit this website.

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9 Hour Public Swim With Neil Aigus Ahead Of Record Attempt

Aug 21 2024

Ultra-endurance athlete and clean seas activist Neil Agius will host a nine-hour public swim on August 31, 2024, at the National Pool Complex in Tal-Qroqq, Malta.

The event, part of his training for a world record open water sea challenge, invites swimmers of all levels to participate.

Organized with SportMalta, the session aims to foster community spirit, promote physical activity, and raise awareness about ocean health. Agius views this event as more than just training; it’s about inspiring people to embrace the ocean and contribute to a cleaner environment.

The public swim will feature timed lanes for various skill levels, and proceeds will support community clean-ups tied to Agius’ upcoming 160km swim around the Maltese archipelago in September.

This challenge will take three days and 175,000 strokes to complete, potentially breaking Agius’ own world record for the longest non-stop, unassisted sea swim. Last year, a similar attempt in Spain was thwarted by a swarm of jellyfish.

NGO Wave of Change, founded by Agius, will collaborate with Żibel to coordinate coastal clean-ups and manage marine litter. Agius’ intensive training for the challenge includes 10-hour swims in summer heat, supported by a team of 25 professionals and volunteers.

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Rare Blind Shrimp Found Only In St Julian’s Cave

Aug 21 2024

A rare type of blind shrimp has been discovered in Malta’s only fully-submerged terrestrial cave. Known as the Ħarq il-Ħammiem cave-amphipod, this shrimp is unique to the cave in St Julian’s. which has three different kinds of water: freshwater at the top, brackish in the middle, and seawater at the bottom.

A group of scientists led by Italian scholars Sabrina Lo Brutto and Davide Iaciofano, naturalist Arnold Sciberras, marine biologist Alan Deidun, and fieldwork specialists Jeffrey and Justin Sciberras made the discovery. Ten specimens in all were gathered by them: two damaged, seven slightly smaller females, and one male measuring 1.6 cm.

Sadly, there’s a threat to the cave. Over the years, construction and roadworks have severely harmed it, and current events have made matters worse. This endangers the cave’s survival as well as that of its unique prawns.

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