Telemedicine Clinic Inaugurated At Silvio Parnis Building, Siggiewi

Dec 5 2024

Health and Active Ageing Minister Jo Etienne Abela, alongside Social and Affordable Housing Minister Roderick Galdes, inaugurated a Telemedicine Clinic at the Silvio Parnis Building in Siġġiewi.

The service offers virtual consultations with family medicine specialists or medical graduates specializing in the field. Initially established in March 2020 during the pandemic, the telemedicine service within Primary Care now facilitates 250 to 350 daily virtual consultations.

Minister Abela emphasized the importance of this milestone in healthcare, highlighting that Primary Care serves as the backbone of Malta’s health system. He noted the many advantages telemedicine offers patients, citing over 400,000 users since January who accessed the 24/7 service for assistance and referrals. In cases of need, doctors were dispatched to homes.

Abela also mentioned ongoing discussions to further introduce community-based healthcare concepts, mental health services, and affordable senior living. “These projects align with our vision for a healthcare system that is efficient, patient-focused, and maintains safety and quality at its core,” he concluded.

Minister Galdes explained that the Silvio Parnis Building, a social housing project in Siġġiewi, includes two clinics. The first, the Professor Albert Fenech Clinic, was inaugurated months ago. This second clinic, with a €1 million investment, will offer 24/7 telemedicine services, making a significant difference for many families.

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Mocha Mousse Is Pantone’s Colour Of The Year

Dec 5 2024

Pantone has announced Mocha Mousse (17-1230), a rich milk chocolate-inspired hue, as its 2025 Colour of the Year.

Combining warmth, versatility, and multi-sensory appeal, the shade embodies comfort, sophistication, and indulgence, making it ideal for fashion, beauty, and home decor.

According to Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Colour Institute, Mocha Mousse evokes taste, scent, and visual harmony, drawing inspiration from chocolate, coffee, and natural elements like cacao powder and dried flowers.

Beyond its earthy roots, the shade symbolises elegance and luxury, with designers embracing it in organza, tulle, and leather.

Fashion figures such as Cate Blanchett and Kamala Harris have helped elevate brown tones in recent months, making the colour aspirational rather than grounded.

Mocha Mousse’s launch will be celebrated with public displays in cities like New York and London, including lighting the London Eye in its signature hue.

Eiseman highlights the shade’s harmony and versatility, blending seamlessly with bold colours like hot pink and complementing Pantone’s 2024 Colour of the Year, Peach Fuzz. Mocha Mousse also reflects a cultural craving for indulgence and comfort after a challenging year.

Collaborations with brands like Motorola and Joybird showcase its appeal across industries, promising long-lasting popularity and broad creative application.

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Local Butcher Donates Free Meat To Families In Need

Dec 5 2024

Slais Butchers in Rabat has begun its annual tradition of donating free meat and other food items to local families in need, just in time for the festive Christmas season.

Speaking to Malta Daily, Alex Falzon, owner of Slais Butcher, shared that this heartwarming initiative is not new. For years, the butcher shop has given back to the community during Christmas, a tradition started by Falzon’s father and proudly continued ever since.

To ensure help reaches those who need it most, Falzon employs various methods, including reaching out through social media platforms. One such platform is the popular Facebook group “People Who Like or Live in Rabat”, where Falzon invites members to share information about families in need of support during the holiday season.

Falzon also confirmed to Malta Daily, that Slais Butchers have donated to and helped out several local charities such as “Smiling With Jerome”.

Slais Butchers has been a cornerstone of the Rabat community for generations. Established by Falzon’s grandfather over 150 years ago, the shop has been lovingly passed down through the family. Today, Alex and his siblings proudly manage this iconic business, keeping its legacy alive.

Through their charitable efforts, Falzon and Slais Butcher exemplify the true spirit of a traditional Maltese Christmas, bringing warmth, generosity, and support to their community, especially to those in need, in this season of giving.

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Here’s How The People of Malta Would Solve Traffic

Dec 5 2024

The latest public consultation on Malta’s transport future has sparked a few innovative proposals from the public:

The people’s proposals

Among the suggestions were financial incentives for 18-year-olds who forgo driving licenses for three years, aimed at easing traffic congestion while supporting young people in purchasing their first property. Another proposal focused on making school public transport mandatory for children, with fines imposed on those who opt out, to reduce traffic during peak hours.

The next public consultation

The next public consultation, titled “Better Organising Transport in Our Country,” is set to take place on Wednesday, 11th December, at 6 PM at the Orpheum Theatre in Gżira. Open to all, the event will feature discussions led by Transport Minister Chris Bonett, focusing on refining Malta’s transport policies.

Six-pillar approach

Minister Bonett’s initial consultation outlined six key pillars. These include Sustainable Mobility, promoting eco-friendly options like a National Cycling Strategy and “walking school buses”; a 24-Hour Economy to ease traffic during peak hours; and Vehicle Management, with initiatives like the Employee Transportation Deduction Act. Parking Solutions will see new park-and-ride facilities and expanded public parking spaces, while Enhanced Public Transport promises updated bus routes and better service coverage. Lastly, Improved Roadworks Coordination aims to streamline infrastructure projects and minimise disruptions.

These proposals signal a forward-thinking approach to addressing Malta’s traffic and transport challenges. Attendees at the upcoming consultation will have a chance to shape the nation’s transport future further. Don’t miss this opportunity to make your voice heard!

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