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).
With 20 beds, Hospital PUC-Campinas has 74 complex patients hospitalized in the SUS adult emergency room
Hospital PUC-Campinas is experiencing overcrowding with 74 complex patients in the adult emergency room, far exceeding its capacity of 20 beds.
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.
Ministers confirm the sending of the National Force of the SUS and recognition of the state of emergency decree in Juiz de Fora
Federal ministers confirmed the deployment of the SUS National Force and recognized emergency decrees in Juiz de Fora, following severe flooding that caused fatalities and displacements.
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).
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.
PF arrests former health secretary for diverting SUS funds in Selvíria (MS)
The former health secretary of Selvíria, Edgar Barbosa dos Santos, was arrested by the Federal Police for allegedly misappropriating funds from Brazil's Unified Health System (SUS).
Ana Paula and Chaiany from BBB 26 discuss access to Roacutan in SUS; learn how it works
Ana Paula and Chaiany from Big Brother Brazil 26 discussed the access to Roacutan, a medication for treating severe acne, through Brazil's public health system (SUS).
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.
Mother donates bone marrow to daughter during health treatment in Natal
A mother donated bone marrow to her 24-year-old daughter who is hospitalized in Natal, Brazil, undergoing treatment for an undisclosed health issue.
Health Ministry maintains refusal and bars new drug to protect kidneys of diabetics in SUS
The Brazilian Health Ministry has decided not to incorporate finerenone, a drug for chronic kidney disease associated with type 2 diabetes, into the Unified Health System (SUS).
Implanon for Free: Porto Velho City Hall Offers Contraceptive Method Through SUS
The Porto Velho City Hall is providing free Implanon contraceptive devices via the Unified Health System (SUS) for women of reproductive age who wish to avoid pregnancy.
Applications open for SUS Experiences in Abaré in May; see how to participate
The Brazilian health ministry is inviting applications for the 'National Program of Experiences in SUS' to promote unique health experiences, focusing on the challenges of access to health in the Amazon region.
Patients report lack of ostomy bags from SUS in Teresina for almost 1 year: 'burns on the skin'
Ostomized patients in Teresina have been without proper ostomy bags provided by the SUS for almost a year, leading to severe health complications.
In Pernambuco, Lula visits factory that will supply medicines to the SUS
President Lula visited Aché Pharmaceuticals in Pernambuco, which is expanding to produce sterile medications for Brazil's public health system, the SUS.
Seven examination collection posts start operating in São José dos Campos; see the locations
Seven new examination collection posts opened in São José dos Campos to provide services exclusively to users of the Unified Health System (SUS).
Orthopedist sentenced to 10 years in prison in Paraná charged between R$ 50 and R$ 200 from patients for surgeries under the SUS
An orthopedist in Brazil was sentenced to 10 years in prison for illegally charging patients for surgeries covered by the public health system.
Orthopedist sentenced to 10 years in prison for charging patients for surgeries performed through SUS in Paraná
A Brazilian orthopedist has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for illegally charging patients for surgeries conducted under the public health system, SUS.
Mentioned in BBB 26, the Children's Hospital of Brasília is public, 100% SUS and faced a crisis due to lack of funding from the GDF
A participant from the 26th season of Big Brother Brazil highlighted the importance of the public Children's Hospital of Brasília in her life as her daughter received critical care there.
Doctor in PR is sentenced to prison for charging patients for surgeries done by SUS
A Paraná surgeon was sentenced to ten years in prison for illegally charging patients for surgeries funded by Brazil's public health system, SUS.
Positive evaluation of SUS grows and surpasses Latin America, says OECD
Brazilian satisfaction with the SUS health system increased from 34% to 45% between 2022 and 2025, according to an OECD survey, outperforming the Latin American average.
Miss Flor and Her Two Husbands: A Suicide Bet, an Unforgettable Actress, and a Phenomenon that Defied Censorship
The article reflects on the legacy of 'Doña Flor y sus dos maridos', a film adaptation that became a significant milestone in Brazilian cinema, starring actress Sonia Braga.
Study reveals inequality in mortality from infections in hospitals in the São Paulo SUS
A study from the Federal University of São Paulo shows that where patients are treated significantly affects the outcomes for infection treatments in hospitals, revealing regional disparities in mortality rates within the SUS system.
SUS starts transition to use more modern and long-acting insulin
The Ministry of Health is initiating a pilot project to replace the older NPH insulin with the more modern and long-acting glargine insulin in select Brazilian states, aiming for nationwide implementation by the end of the year.
Premature babies will receive vaccine against bronchiolitis in SUS
Starting this month, premature babies and those with comorbidities will be eligible for the bronchiolitis vaccine in Brazil's public health system, enhancing their protection against the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Grupo Amil, by Seripieri, and Lula's government close partnership
Grupo Amil has partnered with the Ministry of Health to lend its Edson Bueno Center for research and innovation to the government, aiming to enhance SUS professional training and Brazil's role in international clinical research.
Federal Police operation targets illegal sale of SUS patient data
The Federal Police launched an operation to dismantle a business structure that illegally accessed and sold sensitive health data of patients from Brazil's Unified Health System (SUS).
Federal Police Operation Against the Sale of SUS Patient Data Executes Warrants in the Campinas Region
The Federal Police conducted search and seizure operations in Campinas, SP, targeting the illegal sale of sensitive patient data from the Unified Health System (SUS).
See available units for free contraceptive chip application through SUS in Cuiabá
The subdermal contraceptive implant, known as Implanon, is now being offered at 23 Family Health Units in Cuiabá by trained professionals.
Deputy presents project for SUS to offer vaccine against herpes zoster
Federal Deputy Rosana Valle has introduced a bill to include the herpes zoster vaccine in the National Immunization Program, following the Health Ministry's rejection of its inclusion due to cost concerns.
Government announces 3 thousand new medical residency grants and 900 vacancies for specialists in the SUS
The federal government announced 3,000 new medical residency grants for 2026 and a tender for hiring 900 specialist doctors for the Unified Health System (SUS), under the Ministry of Health's Now There Are Specialists program.
Community health agents of the SUS inspire primary care reform in England
Community health agents from Brazil's SUS are helping to reshape public health policies in England's NHS, stemming from a model that inspired Brazil’s own health system.
Health Advance Initiative in Bragança Paulista will expand consultations, exams, and surgeries
The Bragança Paulista City Hall will hold the Health Advance Initiative in March, temporarily increasing municipal healthcare capacity to reduce wait times for patients needing consultations, exams, and surgeries under the Unified Health System (SUS).
Cuiabá now offers free contraceptive chip through SUS
Women in Cuiabá can now receive the contraceptive chip for free through the Unified Health System (SUS) at 70 health units starting Monday.
SUS trains primary care teams to attend to mild cases of depression and anxiety
Brazilian municipalities are training primary care professionals in the Unified Health System (SUS) to manage mild and moderate cases of depression and anxiety due to increased demand for mental health services.
Prof. Monika Sus: The war has already begun. Without social resilience, we will not defend ourselves
In an interview, Professor Monika Sus discusses the lack of serious debate in Poland regarding potential threats such as drone attacks and the need for social resilience in the face of war.