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🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Abia begins construction of first local government general hospital

Abia State's Governor Alex Otti has laid the foundation for an ultra-modern general hospital in Ohanku Ndoki, fulfilling his administration's commitment to enhance healthcare access for rural communities.

Mar 4 • 00:07 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘From the Hospital to Home’... Establishing a Gwangwon-style Integrated Care System

Gwangwon Province is set to launch a new integrated care service that directly connects discharged patients with local municipalities for ongoing support from the end of this month.

Mar 3 • 08:11 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: Former MCE, Eight Others in Court Over Fraudulent Sale of Govt Land

A Kumasi High Court has granted bail to the former Municipal Chief Executive and eight others accused of unlawfully selling government land intended for a community hospital.

Mar 2 • 11:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Possums, asbestos and pigeons: snap review into NSW hospitals highlights serious maintenance issues

The New South Wales government has launched a snap review of hospital maintenance issues following recent safety incidents, including a mould outbreak that resulted in two patient deaths.

Mar 2 • 00:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The head of the city hospital earned 750,000 monthly. "We had no idea," says councilor

A councilor expressed surprise at the revelation that the head of a city hospital was earning 750,000 CZK per month.

Mar 1 • 06:30 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Doctor fears condition on election promise could tank hospital plans

A doctor warns that a late condition imposed by the Tasmanian government on a promised investment could derail plans for a new hospital in Launceston.

Feb 27 • 21:57 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The justice condemns the Ayuso Government to compensate 3 million for the non-payment of masks from Ifema hospital

The Madrid Superior Court of Justice has ordered the regional government to pay over 3 million euros to a company for unpaid invoices related to the procurement of masks and protective suits during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Feb 27 • 17:57 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The state wants to take over a minority stake in Vidzeme Hospital

The Latvian government aims to acquire a minority stake in Vidzeme Hospital, which is currently primarily owned by local municipalities, to enhance healthcare services in the region.

Feb 27 • 14:37 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Doctors Remove Woman's Hip Cancer Tumor, 3 Surgeries in 20 Days

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.

Feb 27 • 11:59 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The state wants to legalize the restraint of dangerous patients in three ways

The Estonian government is planning to introduce a legislative amendment that would allow for the restraint of dangerous patients outside hospital psychiatric departments in three different methods.

Feb 27 • 07:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

NSW government denies ‘covering up’ deadly fungal outbreak at major hospital

The New South Wales government has refuted allegations of a cover-up concerning a deadly fungal outbreak at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, asserting that information was withheld to prevent public alarm.

Feb 27 • 04:34 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FG unveils free cancer screening in Ebonyi

The Nigerian government has launched a free cancer screening initiative in Ebonyi to commemorate World Cancer Day 2026, aiming to screen 1,000 individuals at a local teaching hospital.

Feb 26 • 14:58 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Government showcased new beds at Garrahan, denied underfunding, and spoke of an 'electoral operation'

The Argentine government showcased new beds at the Garrahan Hospital, denied any underfunding accusations, and labeled the ongoing protests as an electoral operation amid a tense labor conflict.

Feb 26 • 13:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Government completes the access road to the Lepe hospital 10 years after its inception

The Spanish government has completed a 1.5-kilometer access road to the Lepe hospital a decade after construction began.

Feb 26 • 07:18 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

The mayor of Isernia: 'I've been in a tent for two months. I resist to defend my hospital'

The mayor of Isernia has been protesting in a tent for two months to highlight the challenges faced by his local hospital, expressing feelings of isolation and neglect by government officials.

Feb 26 • 01:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Pernambuco opens selection with 387 job vacancies at UPE and salaries up to R$ 12,3 thousand

The government of Pernambuco has announced a simplified selection process for 387 job vacancies at the University of Pernambuco's hospital complex, offering salaries ranging from R$ 1,621 to R$ 12,366.

Feb 25 • 09:01 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Emergency Patient ‘Transfer Hospital Search’ Changes from 119 Ambulance to Ministry of Health and Welfare Situational Room

The responsibility of finding hospitals for severe emergency patients will shift from the 119 ambulance service to the Health and Welfare Ministry's Situational Room as part of a pilot project aimed at improving emergency room efficiency.

Feb 25 • 01:27 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The government facilitates the financing of the construction project of the A2 building of Stradiņš hospital

The Latvian government has decided to allow the second phase of the A2 building project at Paula Stradiņš Clinical University Hospital to exceed 90% of its funding through advance and interim payments.

Feb 24 • 12:16 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Imran Khan's Eye 'Secret' Operation, Government Takes Him to Hospital at Midnight

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan was transferred from Adiala Jail to PIMS Hospital in Islamabad for treatment of a serious eye condition.

Feb 24 • 11:12 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The accident of Minister Klempíř was caused by the driver of his service vehicle according to the police

Czech Minister Klempíř was involved in a car accident and is being treated for health issues in the hospital.

Feb 24 • 08:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

List of approved candidates in the selection process for the Blood Hospital disclosed by the Government of AM; check it out

The Government of Amazonas has released the list of approved candidates for temporary positions at the Blood Hospital in Manaus, with documentation submission required for immediate admission.

Feb 24 • 01:23 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Liberia: Phebe Hospital Workers Suspend Shutdown, Issue 24-Hour Ultimatum

Workers at Phebe Hospital in Liberia have decided to suspend a planned shutdown but have issued a 24-hour ultimatum to the hospital's board and government for urgent action regarding administrative issues.

Feb 23 • 18:14 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Protests and the Presence of Schillerová Did Not Help. The Coalition in South Moravia Pushed Through the Hospital Transformation Plan

The coalition government in South Moravia has advanced a controversial plan to transform hospitals despite public protests and the presence of a former minister.

Feb 23 • 14:36 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
World

Trump with new Greenland announcement: Will send a hospital ship to Greenland

Donald Trump announced plans to send a hospital ship to Greenland in a recent social media post, although details on patients or logistics remain unclear.

Feb 22 • 01:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court orders Campo Grande city hall to expand pediatric beds

The Mato Grosso do Sul Court ordered Campo Grande's city government to create more hospital beds for children due to severe overcrowding issues.

Feb 21 • 22:23 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

M. Themistocleous: The generalization that doctors are turning against the minister does not reflect reality

Greek Deputy Minister of Health Marios Themistocleous criticized the narrative that doctors oppose the Health Minister, labeling the violence at the hospital during the minister's visit as fascist behavior.

Feb 21 • 17:48 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

To become a nurse in a government hospital, one must complete this course, which takes this much time.

The nursing field has rapidly expanded post-COVID-19, with government hospital nursing jobs considered secure and respectable; aspiring nurses have specific educational pathways to follow.

Feb 21 • 10:53 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Dimoglides on the General State Hospital of Nikaia: Some wanted to see the minister's head get opened

The spokesperson for the Greek Police commented on a recent protest at a hospital during the minister's visit, highlighting the aggressive behavior of some attendees.

Feb 20 • 10:06 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Demand for a Quota for Legislators at IGIMS in Patna by Nitish Government

A demand has been raised in the Bihar Assembly for a dedicated treatment quota for legislators at the IGIMS hospital in Patna, which was met with disappointment from the Health Minister.

Feb 20 • 07:41 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

S. Zacharaki: 12 million euros for upgrading infrastructure and equipment in Aretaeio and Aiginiteio

The Greek government has allocated 12 million euros for upgrades at Aretaeio and Aiginiteio hospitals as part of a development program for 2026-2030, announced Education Minister Sofia Zacharaki.

Feb 19 • 19:20 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

New Left on incidents at Nikaia Hospital: When health workers request reinforcement, the government sends MAT (riot police)

The political party New Left accuses the Greek government of suppression and police violence against health workers protesting outside Nikaia Hospital over working conditions.

Feb 19 • 12:07 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Monika Haukanõmm: The Tallinn hospital will not be canceled, but will be delayed

Monika Haukanõmm discusses the delay in the Tallinn hospital project due to funding uncertainties and critiques the previous administration's decisions.

Feb 19 • 11:59 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

SYRIZA against Ad. Georgiadis: Sad protagonist of scenes of police violence against doctors and nurses

SYRIZA criticizes Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis and the government for police violence against healthcare workers during a protest at the Nikaia Hospital.

Feb 19 • 11:44 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Adonis Georgiadis on incidents at Nikaia Hospital: My physical integrity was endangered – If it weren't for the police, I would have been seriously injured

Greek Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis reported that he faced violent protests during his visit to Nikaia Hospital, where he was inaugurating new facilities.

Feb 19 • 11:22 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Tension at Nikaia State Hospital between MAT and protesters – Georgiadis inaugurated the TEP

There was significant tension at Nikaia State Hospital during a protest by health workers coinciding with the inauguration of TEP by Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis.

Feb 19 • 09:00 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Various solutions - but people are still lying in corridors

Despite various proposed solutions, individuals continue to be accommodated in hospital corridors due to overcrowding.

Feb 18 • 20:25 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Funding for essential surgeries for cancer patients available only until March; doctors urge government to act

Doctors at Eastern Hospital in Latvia are raising concerns about the limited availability of funding for crucial cancer surgeries, which will only last until March, urging the government to take action.

Feb 18 • 12:27 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Planned nurse strike at major Adelaide hospital rescheduled

The planned nurse strike at Lyell McEwin Hospital in Adelaide has been rescheduled due to ongoing pay disputes with the government.

Feb 18 • 04:27 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Nurses and midwives to go on strike at major Adelaide hospital over wage claim

Nurses and midwives at Lyell McEwin Hospital in Adelaide will strike over a wage claim for a 21 percent increase, amid a government offer of 11 percent.

Feb 16 • 23:24 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Action against hospitals violating rules in UP... 178 licenses revoked, FIRs against 281, 533 sealed

The Uttar Pradesh government has revoked licenses of 178 hospitals for rule violations, sealed 533 hospitals, and filed FIRs against 281 others as part of a crackdown on non-compliance in the private healthcare sector.

Feb 16 • 12:18 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Will the termination of the major hospital project bring a hefty fine to Tallinn?

Tallinn's city government has initiated the regular termination of the construction contract for the Tallinn hospital, raising concerns about potential fines related to the project’s discontinuation.

Feb 15 • 08:04 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Imran Khan to be moved from jail to hospital, PTI warns government

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, currently imprisoned, is being transferred to a hospital due to worsening health conditions, which include significant loss of vision.

Feb 15 • 04:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Piauí government reinforces hospital care for the Carnival period

The Piauí government has established a contingency plan to enhance hospital services during Carnival to ensure swift emergency care for the increased number of people.

Feb 13 • 18:58 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Considering renting accommodation to ease the burden on Landspítali

Iceland's authorities are contemplating the rental of additional housing to support Landspítali, the national hospital, amid increasing demand for patient services.

Feb 13 • 14:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

All you need to know about vaping ban consultation for certain public areas

The UK government is holding a consultation on proposals to extend smoking bans to include vaping in certain public areas, aiming to protect children and hospital patients from the harms of second-hand smoke.

Feb 13 • 11:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Illa rejoining the Palau de la Generalitat next Monday after a month on sick leave

Catalan President Salvador Illa will return to political activities next Monday after recovering from a medical condition that led to a month-long sick leave.

Feb 13 • 11:03 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Tallinn terminates the design contract for Tallinn Hospital

Tallinn's city government has decided to initiate the termination of the design contract for Tallinn Hospital due to funding model issues and the government's official stance on financing future hospital infrastructure.

Feb 13 • 09:27 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

City government cancels the design contract for Tallinn hospital

The Tallinna city government has decided to terminate the design contract for a new hospital due to a lack of funding clarity from the state.

Feb 13 • 09:15 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Central African Republic: a generator for the community hospital in Bangui weakened by power cuts

The community hospital in Bangui has received a new generator to mitigate the effects of recent power cuts that disrupted medical services.

Feb 12 • 12:04 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Karmen Joller: Children's treatment must be organized by the state

Estonian Social Minister Karmen Joller supports the idea that children's healthcare should be managed by the government amid concerns over the planned merger of Tallinn Children's Hospital with Tallinn Hospital.

Feb 12 • 06:56 UTC

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