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CairoScene
03-07-2025
- Health
- CairoScene
New Initiative to Curb Unnecessary C-Sections & Improve Maternal Care
The initiative aims to curb medically unnecessary C‑sections through specialist training for obstetricians and midwives, and to equip private hospitals with 'mother-and-baby-friendly' neonatal units. Jul 03, 2025 The Ministry of Health and Population has partnered with the Chamber of Private Healthcare Providers to launch the 'Golden 1,000 Days Initiative', targeting the critical period from pregnancy to a child's second birthday. The initiative aims to curb medically unnecessary C‑sections through specialist training for obstetricians and midwives, and to equip private hospitals with 'mother-and-baby-friendly' neonatal units. The plan also includes family counselling on nutrition, breastfeeding, mental health, and reproductive health, alongside a national awareness campaign outlining the risks associated with elective C‑sections. Upgraded incubators, stronger NICU protocols, and certified midwife integration are intended to lower infant mortality rates.
Daily News Egypt
01-07-2025
- Health
- Daily News Egypt
Egypt launches public-private partnership to curb c-sections, improve maternal, child health
The Ministry of Health and Population has signed a cooperation protocol with the Chamber of Private Healthcare Providers to implement the 'Golden 1,000 Days Initiative,' a national effort aimed at reducing unnecessary caesarean sections and enhancing maternal and child health services. The agreement was signed at the ministry's headquarters in the New Administrative Capital by Abla El-Alfi, Deputy Minister for Population and Family Development, and Alaa Abdel Meguid, President of the Chamber of Private Healthcare Providers, in the presence of Minister of Health Khaled Abdel Ghaffar. Hossam Abdel Ghaffar, official spokesperson for the ministry, said the initiative focuses on improving care during the first 1,000 days of a child's life—from pregnancy through age two—a period critical to a child's long-term health and development. He explained that the protocol aims to curb the rising rates of medically unnecessary C-sections by introducing specialised training programs for obstetricians and midwives and by establishing 'Mother-and-Baby Friendly Neonatal Units' in line with global standards. The initiative also includes expanded family counselling services covering nutrition, breastfeeding, mental health, and reproductive health. A nationwide public awareness campaign will accompany the initiative to educate families on the risks associated with elective caesarean deliveries. As part of the agreement, neonatal care in private hospitals will be strengthened by upgrading incubators and clinical protocols, with the goal of lowering infant mortality rates. The initiative also supports postnatal family planning services and the training and integration of certified midwives into the healthcare system. Minister Abdel Ghaffar underscored the importance of equipping medical teams with the latest knowledge and raising community awareness to ensure the success of the initiative. He called for a unified national data system to track caesarean rates and evaluate the programme's outcomes. He noted that while Egypt has made progress in improving key health indicators, particularly in reducing mortality and morbidity, more work is needed to align with international standards—especially in maternal and reproductive health.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
One California woman thought she was protecting her money — but ended up wiring $54,000 to a scammer instead
One California woman thought she was protecting her money — but ended up wiring $54,000 to a scammer instead One California woman thought she was protecting her money — but ended up wiring $54,000 to a scammer instead. Now she's sharing her story as a cautionary tale to help others A woman in Chico, California, thought she was protecting her bank account from hackers. Instead, she wired $54,000 straight into the hands of scammers impersonating her bank. It all started when her Facebook business page was taken down — and quickly escalated into a sophisticated fraud involving spoofed phone numbers, false urgency and a scammer who knew just what to say. Don't miss Now she's warning others not to trust caller ID — and to never wire money to someone you don't know. She shared her story with Action News Now. Here's what happened to her and how to avoid the same mistakes. Scammers fake caller IDs with spoofed numbers The woman said her trouble started when her Facebook business page was suddenly taken down. She found what appeared to be a customer service number — a red flag, as Facebook does not offer phone support — and called for help. The person who answered said her page was hacked and now her bank account was at risk — and said they'd call Golden 1 Credit Union on the woman's behalf to help protect her. Read more: Here are 5 'must have' items that Americans (almost) always overpay for — and very quickly regret. How many are hurting you? Shortly after, someone who claimed to work for Golden 1's fraud department and who identified himself as 'Patrick' called her. The caller ID made it look like he was with the credit union. In fact, the scammers had spoofed the phone number with a false description so that 'Golden 1' would show up on the caller ID. 'Patrick' claimed someone was trying to withdraw $54,000 from her account. He said she needed to wire $54,000 to a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) account. She followed his instructions. That's when she got a real call from a woman who legitimately worked for Golden 1's fraud unit. 'I said, 'Is there someone who works there named Patrick?' And she said, 'No,'' the woman recalled. 'And that's when the whole thing unfolded that I had been defrauded of $54,000.' The scammers actually "helped" her recover her Facebook business page, likely as a way to build trust. But as for the money? She told reporters she doesn't expect to get it back. The FBI, FTC and financial institutions involved in the transfer are now investigating the wire transfers. How to avoid sophisticated scams The scammers were sophisticated and deliberate. They built both a sense of trust and urgency. Here's how to protect yourself from increasingly convincing scams. Don't trust caller ID Scammers can spoof phone numbers, emails and websites to make them appear real. Don't assume they are. Research the real contact information to confirm they're legitimate. Never wire money to protect your funds No legitimate financial institution, government agency, law enforcement organization or fraud department will ask you to wire money to safeguard your account. Most accounts are already protected under federal regulations and your bank can often stop suspicious withdrawals before they're processed. Know how organizations handle phone support Facebook does not offer live phone support so if you are urged to call a number for Facebook help, it's likely a scam. Be equally suspicious of phone calls from the FBI or FTC. Those organizations are unlikely to call you. Don't give out personal information on incoming calls Even if the call seems legitimate, hang up and call back using a number you've looked up yourself — like the one on the back of your debit card. Remember, incoming numbers and caller ID information can be manipulated. Still suspicious? Visit your bank in person If you're worried about your bank account, visit a branch and talk to a real person. A bank employee can help protect your finances and is likely familiar with common types of bank fraud. Ask a trusted family or friend for help Scammers often try to isolate their victims and tell them not to talk to anyone else. That should always be a red flag. If you suspect you're being scammed, speak with a loved one. They can help you spot scams and provide a second opinion. If you are scammed, file a report at and the Internet Crime Complaint Center website, Alerting your bank immediately may improve your chances of recovering funds. What to read next This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
One California woman thought she was protecting her money — but ended up wiring $54,000 to a scammer instead
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Generate Key Takeaways A woman in Chico, California, thought she was protecting her bank account from hackers. Instead, she wired $54,000 straight into the hands of scammers impersonating her bank. It all started when her Facebook business page was taken down — and quickly escalated into a sophisticated fraud involving spoofed phone numbers, false urgency and a scammer who knew just what to say. Don't miss Now she's warning others not to trust caller ID — and to never wire money to someone you don't know. She shared her story with Action News Now. Here's what happened to her and how to avoid the same mistakes. Scammers fake caller IDs with spoofed numbers The woman said her trouble started when her Facebook business page was suddenly taken down. She found what appeared to be a customer service number — a red flag, as Facebook does not offer phone support — and called for help. The person who answered said her page was hacked and now her bank account was at risk — and said they'd call Golden 1 Credit Union on the woman's behalf to help protect her. Read more: Here are 5 'must have' items that Americans (almost) always overpay for — and very quickly regret. How many are hurting you? Shortly after, someone who claimed to work for Golden 1's fraud department and who identified himself as 'Patrick' called her. The caller ID made it look like he was with the credit union. In fact, the scammers had spoofed the phone number with a false description so that 'Golden 1' would show up on the caller ID. 'Patrick' claimed someone was trying to withdraw $54,000 from her account. He said she needed to wire $54,000 to a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) account. She followed his instructions. That's when she got a real call from a woman who legitimately worked for Golden 1's fraud unit. 'I said, 'Is there someone who works there named Patrick?' And she said, 'No,'' the woman recalled. 'And that's when the whole thing unfolded that I had been defrauded of $54,000.' The scammers actually "helped" her recover her Facebook business page, likely as a way to build trust. But as for the money? She told reporters she doesn't expect to get it back. The FBI, FTC and financial institutions involved in the transfer are now investigating the wire transfers. How to avoid sophisticated scams The scammers were sophisticated and deliberate. They built both a sense of trust and urgency. Here's how to protect yourself from increasingly convincing scams. Don't trust caller ID Scammers can spoof phone numbers, emails and websites to make them appear real. Don't assume they are. Research the real contact information to confirm they're legitimate. Never wire money to protect your funds No legitimate financial institution, government agency, law enforcement organization or fraud department will ask you to wire money to safeguard your account. Most accounts are already protected under federal regulations and your bank can often stop suspicious withdrawals before they're processed. Know how organizations handle phone support Facebook does not offer live phone support so if you are urged to call a number for Facebook help, it's likely a scam. Be equally suspicious of phone calls from the FBI or FTC. Those organizations are unlikely to call you. Don't give out personal information on incoming calls Even if the call seems legitimate, hang up and call back using a number you've looked up yourself — like the one on the back of your debit card. Remember, incoming numbers and caller ID information can be manipulated. Still suspicious? Visit your bank in person If you're worried about your bank account, visit a branch and talk to a real person. A bank employee can help protect your finances and is likely familiar with common types of bank fraud. Ask a trusted family or friend for help Scammers often try to isolate their victims and tell them not to talk to anyone else. That should always be a red flag. If you suspect you're being scammed, speak with a loved one. They can help you spot scams and provide a second opinion. If you are scammed, file a report at and the Internet Crime Complaint Center website, Alerting your bank immediately may improve your chances of recovering funds. What to read next This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind.
Yahoo
16-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Alijah Arenas' final game in Chatsworth uniform ends in defeat in Sacramento
Alijah Arenas, holding back tears and feeling miserable after missing all seven of his shots in the fourth quarter on Saturday in a 66-53 loss to Carmichael Jesuit in the state Division II championship game, stood in the middle of the court embracing every Chatsworth teammate as their names were read. The emotion and disappointment was visble at Golden 1 Center, and yet he stood his ground in his final high school game that saw him finish with 3,002 career points but back-to-back defeats in state finals. This is an example of leadership. Alijah Arenas embracing every teammate while feeling miserable after loss to Jesuit in state finals. All-time City scoring leader. Remember the moment. — eric sondheimer (@latsondheimer) March 16, 2025 Later, in the interview room, his coach, Sam Harris, was even more emotional, unable to speak at the beginning. The Chancellors wanted a win so badly after losing in last year's Division IV final. They had made so much progress, relying on Arenas but getting contributions from others. Instead, Jesuit, supported by a loud contingent of students from its nearby campus, made eight threes and used its matchup zone defense to leave the Chancellors unable to respond in the fourth quarter after being down 43-40. "We were happy to be here, but this is tough," Harris said. "It's a special group. We didn't knock down enough shots." Emotional loss for Chatsworth. — eric sondheimer (@latsondheimer) March 16, 2025 Arenas finished with 22 points. "I feel more of the story was effort on both ends," Arenas said. "They had more heart." Freshman Maison Phillips made three threes and finished with 19 points to lead Jesuit to its first state title. Jesuit had lost twice to Crenshaw in the 1990s in state finals. Headed to USC, Arenas decided to attend Chatsworth despite numerous other opportunities from more publicized schools known for basketball excellence. Through his own perseverance and leadership, he helped the Chancellors make history. "We took neighborhood kids from Chatsworth to back-to-back state championship games," Harris said. The tears Arenas had were because it was tough to say goodbye to his teammates. They had become some of his best friends. He tried his best to deliver a championship, but sometimes it doesn't work out. That's why embracing each one for a final time was telling them he would be friends for life. One of those was center Taj Unuakhalu, who had 10 rebounds, nine points and was one of the most improved players. It was Arenas' final game putting on a Chatsworth uniform. He leaves quite a legacy, from being the all-time City Section scoring leader to being chosen a McDonald's All-American. The next time you'll see Arenas' No. 0 jersey will be when it's framed on the wall of Chatsworth's gym, because that's going to happen one day for his many contributions in three years over three seasons of basketball excellence. Sign up for the L.A. Times SoCal high school sports newsletter to get scores, stories and a behind-the-scenes look at what makes prep sports so popular. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
