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Tokyo stocks open lower on Monday

Apr 15, 2024

Tokyo [Japan], April 15: Tokyo stocks opened sharply lower Monday with the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average fell 647.28 points, or 1.64 percent, from Friday to 38,876.27, in the first 15 minutes of trading.
According to Kyodo News, the broader Topix index was down 39.20 points, or 1.42 percent, at 2,720.44.
On the top-tier Prime Market, decliners were led by securities house, consumer credit, and transportation equipment shares.
Source: Emirates News Agency

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Empowering Communities Under Universal Health Coverage - A Kenyan Government Initiative

Nairobi [Kenya], May 17: In Kenya, a remarkable healthcare initiative is unfolding, driven by the tireless commitment of Community Health Promoters (CHPs) who serve as the backbone of the Universal Healthcare program. These dedicated individuals are at the forefront, delivering crucial healthcare services directly to households nationwide, free of charge. Equipped with comprehensive kits, each CHP is empowered to provide basic medical care, conduct screenings, and offer health education within their communities. With the Ministry of Health enrolling 100,000 community health promoters for this initiative, and each being assigned 100 households, the aim is to reach every corner of the nation, covering a staggering 10 million households.

May 17, 2024