RN is the 2nd state in the country with the most obese adults, says Ministry of Health
Rio Grande do Norte has the second highest rate of adult obesity in Brazil, with 42% of adults attending the public health system showing some degree of obesity.
Applications are open for 300 vacancies in health-related specializations in MA; find out who can enroll
Applications are now open for 300 specialization courses in health, coordinated by the Maranhão State Health Department for professionals working in the Unified Health System (SUS).
Good news? Certainly. But this cannot solve sick leave.
Norway sees a decrease in sick leave rates, but concerns remain over the country's sick pay system.
USP performs first robotic tele-surgeries in SUS and operates on patients remotely
The University of São Paulo has successfully conducted its first robotic tele-surgeries under Brazil's unified health system, allowing surgeons to operate on patients remotely.
Piracicaba starts offering palliative care clinic through the SUS
Piracicaba has launched a palliative care clinic within its public health system, catering to patients with severe and life-threatening illnesses.
Court orders the blocking of R$ 3.7 million from the RN government and Natal city hall to guarantee surgeries for adolescents
A court in Rio Grande do Norte has ordered the freezing of R$ 3.7 million to fund scoliosis surgeries for adolescents due to delays in the public health system.
After complaints, biometric point system to be implemented in health units in city of Acre; understand
The city of Brasiléia in Acre will implement a biometric point system in its health units following a request from the Public Ministry due to attendance issues among health workers.
Collaboration between Private Insurers and the National Health System Freezes
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.
Piracicaba inaugurates Epilepsy Outpatient Clinic to serve the public health system
Piracicaba has inaugurated an outpatient clinic dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy as part of its public health services.
Senasa approved a new vaccine against foot-and-mouth disease
The National Service of Agro-food Health and Quality (SENASA) in Argentina has approved a new foot-and-mouth disease vaccine developed by Tecnovax, which will enhance the country's cattle health system.
Finnish court releases Sanna Marin's stalker from criminal liability
A Finnish court has released a man who stalked former Prime Minister Sanna Marin from criminal liability, citing his mental health issues.
Iltalehti: Elderly night alarms were not heard in Attendo care home in Espoo for over a year
At the Attendo Olarinpuisto care home in Espoo, elderly night-time alarms went unheard for over a year due to insufficient registration of staff in a new alert system.
Hospital ends contract with city hall and will stop serving through SUS in Vitória da Conquista
The Unimec Hospital in Vitória da Conquista, Brazil, will cease providing services through the Unified Health System (SUS) due to financial constraints cited by the hospital.
Psychiatry chief sees it happen: "Unfortunately, there are families that end up in a Bermuda Triangle"
A Danish psychiatry chief reflects on the challenges families face in accessing mental health services, highlighting systemic issues within the psychiatric care system.
Psychiatry Chief: Some Rejected Children and Young People Return and Are Even Worse
A chief of child and youth psychiatry in Copenhagen highlights the alarming trend of rejected children returning in worse conditions, stressing the system’s failure to adequately support these families.
Dense breast tissue: a doctor explains why additional testing is needed
A Lithuanian doctor discusses the necessity of follow-up tests for women with dense breast tissue and the complexities of navigating the healthcare system.
Florianópolis offers Implanon for free in the municipal network
The municipal health system of Florianópolis has begun offering the Implanon subdermal contraceptive implant for free to enhance women's access to safe and effective birth control methods.
Instagram will notify parents if children search for suicide
Instagram is launching a notification system to alert parents if their children search for suicide or self-harm topics.
‘It’s not fair’: Nova Scotia family who lost baby says health-care system failed them
A Nova Scotia family expresses their heartbreak after losing their baby, accusing the healthcare system of failing to respond adequately to urgent prenatal concerns.
Health Ministry announces R$ 90 million for SUS projects to combat cancer and diabetes
The Brazilian Health Ministry announced a R$ 90 million initiative to fund projects aimed at combating cancer, diabetes, and multiple sclerosis through the public health system (SUS).
Lowest sick leave in three years – Vedum believes sick pay must be protected
Sick leave in Norway reached its lowest point in three years at 6.57% in 2025, prompting proposal by politician Trygve Slagsvold Vedum to maintain the current sick pay system.
Twelve Superfoods with Vitamin C: Strengthen Immunity, Protect Against Viruses
The article highlights the importance of Vitamin C-rich foods in strengthening the immune system during winter when it is most vulnerable to seasonal illnesses.
Thousands of Troubled Children and Youth Can't Even Get on the Waiting List
Many mentally troubled children in Denmark are left without access to psychiatric help due to lengthy waiting lists and a system that denies them support.
Ingvi and his family's ordeal: insomnia, seizures, and no solutions
A family in Iceland is struggling with the lack of support and resources for their son Ingvi, who has severe health issues including epilepsy and developmental delays.
Helplessness, warning, and hero story
The article discusses the struggles of a mother and her fifteen-year-old son facing challenges within the welfare system in Iceland, alongside various local news highlights.
Porto Velho holds a campaign for free contraceptive implant on Saturday, 28; learn how to participate
Porto Velho is organizing a campaign for the insertion of free contraceptive implants specifically for women already registered in the municipal regulatory system.
Tragic health system in Ecuador
Ecuador's health system is in disarray, plagued by corruption, inadequate resources, and unmet constitutional obligations.
Why do you get sick just when the weather changes – it's not a coincidence
The article discusses how changes in weather can significantly affect health and well-being, impacting the immune system and joint health.
Lagos seals public toilet for pumping sewage into drainage
The Lagos State Government has shut down a public toilet for illegally pumping sewage into the drainage system, posing a health risk and environmental hazard.
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.
Nutrition experts: the traffic light system would guide consumers to healthier choices
Estonia is considering adopting the Nutri-Score food labeling system to help consumers make healthier food choices.
Gloss: The Gleam Light
The article recounts the historical significance of the 1858 'Great Stink' in London, which prompted the construction of a modern sewage system, highlighting the similarities with modern sewage challenges in Osaka.
Africa: From Paper to Pixels - Driving the Digital Transformation of Community Health Services in Eswatini
Eswatini's Ministry of Health is digitizing community health services with the introduction of an electronic reporting system to improve efficiency and data accuracy.
Couples with difficulties in getting pregnant can have free assisted reproduction in RN; see how it works
In Rio Grande do Norte, couples struggling with infertility can access free assisted reproduction services through the Unified Health System (SUS).
The Elite Medical Insurance: Scherer's Involuntary Confession
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.
PUC-Campinas Hospital serves 5,400 people per day; 80% are SUS patients
PUC-Campinas Hospital reported 2 million consultations in 2025, with 80% of patients being treated through Brazil's public health system, SUS.
Journalist Arimatéia Azevedo discharged from hospital and sent to prison in PI, says family
Journalist Arimatéia Azevedo was discharged from the hospital and is being sent back to prison despite concerns about his health, as mandated by the justice system in Piauí.
Adonis Georgiadis: My goal is to deliver the best NHS of all time to my successor
Adonis Georgiadis, the Greek Health Minister, acknowledged his mistake in not suing a hospital doctor after a physical altercation during a recent incident in Nice, Greece, while emphasizing his commitment to enhancing the National Health System (NHS).
On Monday, e-health was temporarily not operational
Latvia's e-health system experienced temporary downtime on Monday due to technical issues, which were promptly resolved within an hour by the Latvian Digital Health Center.
Healthcare System: Health Insurance Chief Demands Abolition of Voluntary Benefits of Health Insurance
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.
VIDEOS: Good Morning DF of Monday, February 23, 2026
A summary of key news from Brazil on February 23, 2026, covering government discussions, severe weather, debt relief initiatives, a major court ruling, and health developments.
Let's Fix the Legal System That Leaves 'Death Alone' Untended
The rising trend of solitary deaths in South Korea highlights a legal gap in handling the biological waste left behind, which is currently treated as regular waste instead of hazardous medical waste.
The government is considering changes to the health insurance premium for farmers. What is planned?
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.
Ombudsman is concerned about prisoners' mental health services
Finland's Deputy Ombudsman Maija Sakslin raises concerns over the inadequacy of mental health services for prisoners due to resource shortages in the prison healthcare system.
End of Start-Stop System? What American Lawmakers Decided
The American EPA has announced a significant deregulation package, revoking the 2009 Endangerment Finding that recognized greenhouse gases as a public health threat, fundamentally altering CO₂ emissions standards in the automotive and energy sectors.
Greenland, Denmark reject Trump’s hospital ship offer
Denmark and Greenland have declined Donald Trump's offer to send a hospital ship to the Arctic territory, stating that their public health system is sufficient.
Four years after an election defining promise, SA's health system is still struggling
Four years post-election, South Australia's health system remains in crisis despite promises by the government to address issues.
Women suffer more from chronic pain than men, new study finds
A new study reveals that women experience chronic pain more frequently than men, attributed to biological differences in the immune system.
Greenland's Prime Minister on the hospital ship: No thanks
Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen has rejected the idea of the United States sending a hospital ship to Greenland, emphasizing the strength of Greenland's public healthcare system.
‘I did this to help and now I’m the one who’s going to need help’: NDIS call handlers describe pressure cooker workplace
Call handlers at Australia's NDIS are overwhelmed by distressing calls from participants, facing immense pressure in a system that often fails to support them properly.