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The Greek Minister of Health, Adonis Georgiadis, announced that discussions on integrating private insurers with the National Health System (ESY) have stalled and may not be realized during his current term.

A 35-year-old woman underwent a complex surgery to remove a hip cancer tumor at a hospital in Bhopal, benefiting from a government health insurance scheme.

Sleep disorders such as apnea and snoring are not only personally exhausting but also impose a significant financial burden on economies and health insurance systems.

The Delhi government has expanded the Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY), now including widows and individuals receiving assistance under disability schemes for health insurance coverage.

UK drivers are being warned to declare any medical conditions that could affect their driving to the DVLA to avoid fines and ensure their insurance remains valid.

A long-anticipated preventive HIV treatment, cabotegravir, is set to be available in France, fully covered by health insurance.

The Barmer health insurance company calls for urgent reforms in long-term care insurance due to skyrocketing costs and a significant increase in the number of care recipients in Bavaria.

Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare has announced a reduction in the employment insurance premium rate from 1.45% to 1.35% starting April 1, 2026, marking the second consecutive year of decline due to improving employment conditions.

Pensioners in Osun State commend the health insurance scheme initiated by Governor Ademola Adeleke, noting significant benefits in reducing mortality and financial burdens.

The article outlines important deadlines and obligations for taxpayers and payers in Poland regarding health insurance and income reporting for the year 2025.

A recent study by the DAK health insurance company reveals that social media, particularly TikTok, poses significant risks to children and adolescents, with a fifth considered at risk of addiction.

Twelve employees were laid off at the Health Insurance Institute in Iceland, impacting the organization's operations.

Twelve jobs are being cut at the Health Insurance Company in Iceland due to organizational restructuring.

A new plan in South Korea proposes increasing the personal cost responsibility rate for outpatient treatments exceeding 300 visits annually to 90%, while also expanding health insurance coverage for immunotherapies for bile duct cancer.

The Czech opposition is criticizing the rapid replacement of the director of the largest health insurance company, VZP, asserting that it reflects political maneuvering rather than genuine reform away from political influence.

Concerns are rising that the Administrative Integration Special Law currently under consideration in the National Assembly could allow for-profit hospitals to be established outside the National Health Insurance framework.

The director of the Czech health insurance company VZP was abruptly dismissed, following a proposal from an MP of the ANO party during a parliamentary session.

The abrupt dismissal of Zdeněk Kabátek as the head of the largest health insurance company in the Czech Republic, VZP, follows a loss of confidence from the Minister of Health Adam Vojtěch and a controversial report from the BIS.

Two suppliers of expensive medications were fined for colluding to win competitions with a state health insurance company, aided by a whistleblower.

The rising popularity of 'filial insurance' highlights the increased accessibility for elderly clients to manage the healthcare risks of their parents, especially with easy screening options.

The book 'Neither Revenge nor Forgiveness' reveals deep insights into Mexico's health system, emphasizing the reliance on private over public healthcare during a medical emergency.

Andreas Gassen, chief of health insurance physicians in Germany, calls for the elimination of voluntary health insurance benefits amidst a debate on healthcare system savings.

The Social Democrats want to ban private health insurance, yet the municipality of Stockholm, led by the Social Democrats, pays for health insurance for its top executives.

Zdeněk Kabátek's tenure as the director of the General Health Insurance Company (VZP) in Czechia is coming to an end as the board has decided to choose a new leader after thirteen years.

The Polish government is set to discuss potential changes to the health insurance premium for farmers due to the increasing financial strain on the healthcare system.

A significant portion of insurance-related disputes in Finland revolves around misunderstandings about coverage and conditions, particularly for personal accident and health insurance.

A reader in Estonia found a way to obtain certain over-the-counter medications at significantly discounted prices through the Health Insurance Fund, potentially easing the financial burden for many, especially pensioners and the unemployed.

A study indicates that patients with health insurance undergo excessive X-ray and ultrasound examinations, raising health risks.

Investigations reveal that private psychiatric hospitals in China's Hubei province have been forcing people without mental illness into long-term admissions to exploit the country's public health insurance system.

FAAN employees express dissatisfaction over the management's decision to mandate enrollment in the National Health Insurance Scheme.

A major Argentine health care company has introduced a health insurance plan for pets, reflecting the rising importance of animals in family life.

Texas is investigating a massive data breach affecting Conduent Business Services, potentially the largest in U.S. history, which compromised sensitive personal information.

The Tartu City Council has decided to change the rules for social welfare assistance, increasing the support amounts for caregivers of children and adults.

Complaints against health plans and operators in Brazil have reached a historic high, driven by issues such as coverage denials and delays in reimbursements.

The Argentine government celebrated a judicial decision that reinstated the intervention of the Rural Workers' Health Insurance (OSPRERA) amidst ongoing fraud investigations.

Best Saúde introduces health plans with flexible co-payment options in Cuiabá and Várzea Grande, catering to various consumer needs for health coverage.

Patients claimed 519 reports of potential medical errors last year, with the largest compensation for health damages reaching 100,000 euros.

Actress Christy Carlson Romano announces a positive result from her cancer screening, indicating the possibility of stageable cancer.

Australia is facing a significant increase in private health insurance premiums, raising questions about the value of coverage amid rising living costs.

People who deliberately neglect to pay high health insurance premiums may soon have their overdue payments deducted from their medical refund claims.

The Czech Ministry of Health plans to revolutionize the healthcare system by integrating health and sickness insurance, aiming to incentivize effective treatments that reduce long-term disability and keep people working.

Individuals in Poland who have incorrectly selected their tax and health insurance options for their business can make changes until February 20.

Private health insurance customers in Australia face significant financial burdens due to rising exclusions and increased premiums from insurers like Bupa.

David Kostka, Director of the Ministry of the Interior's Health Insurance Company in the Czech Republic, has resigned for personal reasons effective at the end of April.

David Kostka, the director of the Health Insurance Company of the Ministry of Interior in the Czech Republic, has announced his resignation for personal reasons effective at the end of April 2023.

The Director General of the Ministry of the Interior Health Insurance Fund in Czechia is set to resign, causing concern over the future leadership of the organization.

Private health insurance premiums in Australia will rise by an average of 4.41 per cent starting in April, marking the largest increase since 2017.

A new analysis suggests that a proposed nursing care reform in Germany could lead to an additional financial burden of €300 billion on future generations, potentially igniting further generational conflicts over fiscal responsibility.

A British man, Zak Forsyth, is in critical condition in Thailand following a scooter accident, leading to significant health challenges and financial strain due to lack of insurance.

A retired man in Vantaa was taken aback by a significant price increase in his and his wife's health insurance policies from OP Pohjola, with hikes of over 27%.