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Health Minister Reveals Further Robotic Surgery At Mater Dei

Sep 19 2024 Share

At the Ray of Hope Conference held under the guidance of President Myriam Spiteri Debono, Health Minister Jo Etienne Debono announced the successful completion of the fifth surgical intervention with the use of a robot. The conference gathered cancer patients and survivors, their families, and medical professionals.

This type of robotically assisted surgery, is reportedly less invasive and less painful for the patient.

In an video message to the conference, Jo Etienne Abela stated that a study on gullet cancer revealed that keyhole surgery provides the same outcomes as traditional surgery, but with less discomfort and a shorter recovery time.

At the conference, Shadow Minister for Health Adrian Delia, stated that there still is hope in the life for people who might have accepted that their conclusion is near, citing Jake Vella as an example of this.

Dr Gauden Galea, representative of the World Health Organisation, stated that whilst cancer cases in Europe are rising, death rates due to cancer are decreasing. He also praised the oncology services in Malta, especially the screening, stating that he is still alive due to these services.

President Myriam Spiteri Debono concluded the conference stating that due to advancing technologies cancers can now be easily identified and cured.

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New Series on World’s Biggest Podcast Platform to Cover Daphne Caruana Galizia’s Story

Sep 19 2024 Share

The late Daphne Caruana Galizia will be the subject of ‘Crooks Everywhere’, a gripping true crime podcast set to launch on September 25, 2024 on the world’s No.1 podcast publishes, iHeartPodcasts.

The 10-part series will be executive produced by Golden Globe and BAFTA-nominated actress Sienna Miller, who also lends her voice to narrate Daphne’s poignant writings. Known for her roles in American Sniper, G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, and Anatomy of a Scandal, Miller takes on a new challenge as she helps shed light on the life and assassination of the Maltese journalist dubbed the “One-Woman Wikileaks.”

Released by iHeartRadio, one of the largest broadcast platforms globally, Crooks Everywhere explores political corruption, dark money, and organised crime that Daphne covered in her widely-read blog Running Commentary. Hosted by John Sweeney and Manuel Delia, the series goes beyond Daphne’s 2017 assassination, tackling a number of topics in 10 episodes.

In a statement, Sienna Miller said, “Daphne was a brilliant journalist whose writing was at times shocking, moving, and hilarious. I’m honoured to bring her story to life in a show that amplifies her voice.”

With a screen adaptation also in the works, Crooks Everywhere promises to captivate listeners worldwide. You can follow the podcast on iHeartRadio and listen to the official trailer now.

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Sven Fabri’s Nanna Tragically Passes Away

Sep 19 2024 Share

Local footballer and former Love Island contestant Sven Fabri shared the heartbreaking news this morning that his beloved grandmother has sadly passed away.

In an emotional tribute, Fabri described his grandmother as a strong woman who worked tirelessly for everything she wanted in life, always caring deeply for those she loved.

He expressed that while words may be few, he is deeply grateful for the times she cared for him while his mother was at work, and for the cherished memories they created together, like swimming in their pool — an activity she loved.

Sven concluded his farewell by saying that she can now rest in peace and that he will always love her.

His mother, local makeup artist Shasha Fabri, also shared a touching message, thanking her mother for all her love and support, and asking her to watch over her father, who had loved his wife dearly.

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Rosianne Cutajar Calls for Free Contraceptives in Schools & Updated Sexual Health Policy

Rosianne Cutajar Calls for Free Contraceptives in Schools & Updated Sexual Health Policy
Sep 19 2024 Share

Labour Party MP Rosianne Cutajar took to social media to emphasise the importance of educating young people about sexual health.

In her post, Cutajar stressed that educational campaigns in schools should include the distribution of free contraceptives to help prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs), which have seen a steady increase in Malta. She also highlighted the need to update the country’s sexual health policy, which has remained unchanged since 2011, pointing out that she has been raising this issue for years.

Cutajar referenced a MaltaToday article titled ‘Half of sexually active girls having unprotected sex – Health Behaviour Study’, which revealed that 53% of sexually active 15-year-old Maltese girls and 28% of boys do not use condoms during intercourse.

In her post, she reiterated: “Educational campaigns in our schools must also include the distribution of free contraceptives to help prevent, among other things, the rise in sexually transmitted diseases.” Cutajar’s call for action aims to better equip youth with the knowledge and resources needed to promote safe sexual practices.

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