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🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Department of Health retracts claim sunbeds are as dangerous as smoking

The UK Department of Health has retracted its claim that sunbeds pose the same cancer risk as smoking after a fact-check revealed the assertion was misleading.

Mar 21 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

US health department investigates 13 states that require insurance plans to cover abortion

The US Department of Health and Human Services is investigating 13 states over their mandates for insurance plans to cover abortion services, claiming these mandates may violate the Weldon amendment.

Mar 20 • 13:40 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

DOJ fires warning shot at Letitia James over transgender treatments for minors

The Department of Justice is cautioning New York Attorney General Letitia James against pursuing legal action against NYU Langone Health regarding its transgender treatment policies for minors.

Mar 19 • 16:47 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Family seeks DNA testing after news of Royal North Shore IVF mix-up

A family is seeking DNA testing due to concerns raised by a historical IVF mix-up at Royal North Shore Hospital.

Mar 19 • 04:23 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

In our story, there is one hero: the maternity department at Rikshospitalet

This article discusses the critical role of the maternity department at Rikshospitalet in ensuring safe childbirth and addresses the growing concerns surrounding birth and maternal healthcare in Norway.

Mar 18 • 14:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Health workers will receive salary adjustments; understand how much each group will receive

The Bahia health department announced salary increases for health workers, with increases of up to 13.63% planned for different professional groups over the next two years.

Mar 17 • 16:38 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Poison Control Chief: A Safe Medicine Box Should Be Made for School Children

The head of the poison information department in Estonia emphasizes the importance of having a secure medicine box for school children to reduce the incidence of medicinal poisoning.

Mar 17 • 12:38 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"Ministry of Health and Welfare and Gender Equality Department as Real Employers"... Will Care Workers Achieve Bargaining with the Government?

Care workers are demanding collective bargaining with the government, arguing that ministries like the Ministry of Health and Welfare act as their actual employers, but no ministry has responded positively yet.

Mar 17 • 08:14 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Lebanon's Ministry of Health: Over 100 children killed since the war began

The Lebanese Ministry of Health reports that at least 106 children have died as a result of Israeli strikes since March 2, amidst escalating violence in the region.

Mar 14 • 16:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Dengue in Santarém: Health Department confirms 6 deaths from the disease; one case is under investigation

The Health Department of Santarém has confirmed 6 deaths due to dengue, with one suspected case being investigated, sparking concerns for public health during the rainy season.

Mar 13 • 14:44 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The mayor of Elektrėnai district will file a complaint about pollution at the Kazokiškės landfill: the problem has been ongoing

The mayor of Elektrėnai plans to lodge a complaint regarding persistent hydrogen sulfide pollution at the Kazokiškės landfill, which the Environmental Protection Department has identified as a significant health risk.

Mar 13 • 13:45 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
World

Eight killed in Israeli attack in southern Lebanon

Eight people have been killed in an Israeli attack on a village in southern Lebanon, near the city of Sidon, according to the Lebanese health department.

Mar 13 • 11:37 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Israel: Thousands injured so far

Thousands of people in Israel have been injured during the ongoing Iran War, according to the country's health department.

Mar 12 • 12:00 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Little Changed Situation at the Emergency Department

The emergency department at Landspítali remains under pressure despite claims of intervention from the health minister.

Mar 11 • 11:35 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

DOJ accelerates settlement offers in Camp Lejeune water contamination cases

The DOJ is expediting settlement offers for individuals affected by contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune as part of a compensation program established by Congress in 2022.

Mar 10 • 19:40 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
World

Lebanon: At least 41 dead and 40 injured in Israeli attacks

Israeli airstrikes in the town of Nabi Chit, Lebanon, have resulted in at least 41 deaths and 40 injuries, according to the Lebanese health department.

Mar 7 • 12:29 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
Crime & Justice

Two in the emergency department with facial injuries

Two men were taken to the emergency department with facial injuries, and are in police custody on suspicion of serious assault in Reykjavík.

Mar 7 • 10:39 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Pepe Willberg talks about the consequences of his accident on TV – 'The police department thought that'

Singer Pepe Willberg discussed his involvement in a December traffic accident on Finnish television, where he expressed his regret over the incident and its implications for his health and career.

Mar 7 • 07:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Doctor investigated after complaint of obstetric violence in Ji-Paraná, RO

A doctor in Ji-Paraná, Brazil, is under investigation by the local health department following a complaint of obstetric violence made by a young woman regarding disrespectful treatment during her mother’s childbirth.

Mar 5 • 18:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rain Raises Alert for Dengue, Zika, and Chikungunya in Petrolina

The Health Department of Petrolina has issued guidelines for preventing dengue, Zika, and chikungunya during the rainy season due to increased risk from stagnant water.

Mar 4 • 22:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Health advises caution in Madrid ahead of the forecast of suspended African dust for this Wednesday

The health department in Madrid has advised residents to take precautions against African dust expected to be present in suspension in the region.

Mar 4 • 10:32 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Mold in the rehabilitation and geriatric department of SAk

There are reports of mold in the rehabilitation and geriatric department of SAk, raising concerns about health standards.

Mar 3 • 22:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

See the schedule for the Health Department contest with a salary of R$ 10,000

The Goiás State Health Department is offering a contest for 50 positions with a salary of R$ 10,100, starting from March 20 to April 21 for applications.

Mar 3 • 18:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ophthalmological clinic is banned in Salvador after patients reported vision loss due to cataract surgery

The City Health Department of Salvador has shut down Clivan Clinic after multiple patients reported losing their vision following cataract surgery.

Mar 2 • 20:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Sesapi begins cataract campaign with over 7,000 surgeries; see schedule

The Piauí Health Department has launched a cataract initiative aimed at performing over 7,000 surgeries to improve residents' quality of life.

Mar 2 • 18:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Public notice released by the State Health Department with salaries of R$ 10,1 thousand

The State Health Department of Goiás in Brazil has announced a public competition for 50 positions as Public Health Inspectors, offering a salary of R$ 10,118 for a 40-hour workweek.

Mar 2 • 10:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Mpox: know which cities in the Campinas region have confirmed cases in 2026

The State Health Department reported five confirmed cases of Mpox in the Campinas region of São Paulo, affecting several cities with ongoing investigations for suspected cases.

Feb 27 • 22:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ceará investigates four suspected cases of mpox in the state in 2026

Ceará is investigating four suspected cases of mpox as reported by the state health department.

Feb 27 • 20:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Health Secretary of a city in PI and six others injured after car overturns on BR-343

Seven people, including the municipal health secretary, were injured when a vehicle from the Amarante Health Department overturned on BR-343 due to heavy rain.

Feb 27 • 19:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Department of Health shares prostate cancer update as thousands demand change

The UK Department of Health has announced a potential prostate cancer screening program for high-risk men, responding to a significant parliamentary petition advocating for early diagnosis.

Feb 27 • 14:59 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Maximum alert in Florida: high levels of arsenic and glyphosate found in popular sweets and breads

Florida's Department of Health has raised alarms over elevated levels of arsenic and glyphosate found in widely consumed food products, including popular bread and candy brands.

Feb 27 • 14:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

A human case of swine flu detected in Lleida: the fourth in Spain since 2009

The Catalonia Health Department has reported a human case of H1N1 swine flu in Lleida, marking the fourth case in Spain since 2009, with experts assessing the situation as posing a "very low" risk to the population.

Feb 27 • 12:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Mpox in MG: Formiga registers the first case in the Midwest in 2026

The state health department of Minas Gerais confirmed the first case of mpox in Formiga, affecting a 36-year-old man who recently traveled to Rio de Janeiro.

Feb 27 • 11:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP March deadline as £11,000 warning issued

The UK Department for Work and Pensions warns small businesses of an £11,000 cost if they lose employees to health issues ahead of a March 31 deadline to enroll in a free support training programme.

Feb 27 • 09:49 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Two personnel changes at the Ministry of Health. We know the details

The Ministry of Health in Poland has undergone key personnel changes with the dismissal of communication director Jakub Gołąb and the resignation of equality department director Dagmara Korbasińska-Chwedczuk.

Feb 27 • 07:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Yellow fever: vaccine is available in the DF for people up to 59 years old

The Health Department is encouraging residents of the Federal District aged up to 59 to get vaccinated against yellow fever, with over 100 vaccination sites available.

Feb 27 • 05:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Attention New Mexico: Full childhood vaccination recommendations remain in place despite HHS reduction

New Mexico's Health Department has decided to maintain its complete childhood vaccination recommendations in light of a recent reduction by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

Feb 26 • 21:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Paraná registers first case of mpox virus of the year, says Health Department

The Paraná Health Department confirmed its first mpox case in 2026, involving a Paraguayan man seeking treatment in Foz do Iguaçu.

Feb 26 • 00:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Health Department of DF calls SUS users to update registration data

The Health Department of the Federal District urges users of the Unified Health System (SUS) to update their registration details to improve communication and service efficiency.

Feb 25 • 11:10 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Income Tax Raid at BSP MLA's House, Yogi's Minister Expresses Discontent

A raid by the Income Tax Department at the residence of BSP MLA Umashankar Singh has drawn criticism from Uttar Pradesh Minister Dinesh Pratap Singh, citing the MLA's serious health condition.

Feb 25 • 10:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

RN investigates suspected case of mpox in Mossoró

The Health Department of Mossoró is investigating a suspected case of mpox involving a 19-year-old hospitalized at the local emergency unit.

Feb 24 • 22:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

MG government confirms three cases of Mpox in 2026

The Health Department of Minas Gerais confirmed three cases of Mpox in the state, all of whom have recovered.

Feb 24 • 01:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Mobile vaccination is expanded in the rural area of Feira de Santana; learn more

The Municipal Health Department of Feira de Santana is enhancing vaccination efforts in rural areas through itinerant teams starting in March.

Feb 23 • 21:36 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP shares full list of support available to workers with endometriosis

The UK Department for Work and Pensions has released a comprehensive list of support available for workers suffering from endometriosis, a condition affecting approximately 1.5 million women.

Feb 23 • 04:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Health Department re-registers SUS patients in Rio Preto

The Health Department of São José do Rio Preto is re-registering users of the Unified Health System (SUS) to improve service planning and attendance quality.

Feb 21 • 14:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Four cases of mpox confirmed in Rondônia

Four cases of mpox have been confirmed in Rondônia, Brazil, as reported by the state's health department.

Feb 19 • 22:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After inspection exposes precarious condition, Campinas concludes first phase of the Animal Protection Department reform

The city of Campinas has completed the first phase of renovations at its Animal Protection and Welfare Department following a public outcry over poor conditions.

Feb 19 • 16:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Anthony Gabriel arrived dead at UPA of Jacintinho and had signs of sexual abuse, informs Sesau

A five-year-old boy, Anthony Gabriel, was found dead with signs of possible sexual abuse after being retrieved from a stream in Maceió, Brazil.

Feb 19 • 14:08 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

KKE on incidents with Georgiadis: "The Emergency Department he intended to inaugurate has already flooded 3 times since it was renovated"

The Greek Communist Party (KKE) supports the protest by medical staff of Nikea Hospital regarding poor conditions and calls for improvements following a controversial visit from the health minister.

Feb 19 • 13:33 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Leaders at hospital department: We stick patients again and again for the sake of the IT system

Health leaders criticize the inefficiency of IT systems, causing unnecessary repeat blood tests for patients.

Feb 18 • 00:00 UTC

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