Nurses' union claims government policy has led to patient deaths
The Tasmanian Nurses' union alleges that a government policy has resulted in patient deaths in Launceston General Hospital's emergency department due to delayed transfers from paramedics.
Infectologist Uga Dumpis: The children's vaccination calendar is a matter of national security
A recent measles outbreak in Latvia, triggered by an unvaccinated child and a self-proclaimed healer, raises urgent concerns about the country's vaccination policy.
The defibrillator case: It was enough to read the newspapers, Mr. Minister
The article discusses the case involving defibrillators in the Czech Republic and criticizes the Minister for neglecting to follow news sources.
Greve: Sugar Tax
The article discusses the sugar tax as presented by cartoonist Katharina Greve.
A new map of maternity wards in Poland is being created. Criteria have been announced that must be met.
The Polish Ministry of Health is planning a new map of maternity wards to address the dramatic decline in birth rates and the subsequent closures of maternity facilities.
Ada found gasping for breath in the shower - young people die from drugs in Finland more than anywhere in Europe, and this is how it happens
In 2023, Finland reported 366 drug-related deaths among individuals aged 10 to 24, with significant implications for public health and policy.
Fit or No Flight... Air India's New Strict Rule for Crew
Air India is implementing a new strict policy requiring its cabin crew to maintain fitness, with penalties for those who do not meet weight standards based on the Body Mass Index (BMI).
Prenatal Genetic Testing: Moving Decision
The German Bundestag is seeking clarity on the ethical and health policy implications arising from non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) introduced in 2022, which has sparked significant debate among lawmakers.
Leaving the world together. The situation of caregivers is desperate
The article discusses the desperate situation of caregivers in Czechia.
Pregnancy: MPs want to review prenatal tests
Members of the Bundestag are advocating for closer monitoring of prenatal tests for Down syndrome to ensure better understanding and regulation of their use.
‘Deeply Concerning’: Russia Faces Risk of Diabetes ‘Epidemic,’ Social Policy Chief Warns
Russia is at risk of a diabetes epidemic due to poor dietary habits and increasing case numbers, warns Deputy Prime Minister Tatiana Golikova.
‘Deeply Concerning’: Russia Could Face Diabetes ‘Epidemic,’ Social Policy Chief Warns
Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Tatiana Golikova has warned of a potential diabetes epidemic due to rising case numbers and poor dietary habits.
Controversial decision in Russia: They will send women who do not want children to the psychologist
Russia's Ministry of Health has added a question about childbearing desires to women's reproductive health checks, referring those who wish to have no children for psychological intervention.
70 House GOP members urge Trump admin on Chinese-vape crackdown
Seventy House Republicans are pushing the Trump administration to prioritize the crackdown on illegal Chinese-made e-cigarettes, citing health concerns and potential political gains.
Correction to the Unfair Retirement Trap is Coming
Finland is set to address an unfair retirement loophole affecting early retirement pensions as the social and health committee considers legislative changes.
In Russia, women who do not want children will be sent to a psychologist
Russia is facing its most significant population decline in 200 years, prompting the health ministry to implement guidelines requiring women who express a desire not to have children to see a psychologist.
Health prepares new legal measures against Ayuso due to 'obstinate disobedience' in the abortion objectors registry
The Spanish Ministry of Health is preparing legal action against Isabel Díaz Ayuso's government for its refusal to create a registry of conscience objectors to abortion, despite a court ruling mandating such a registry.
Kene Vernik: Starting School Too Early Makes Children Sick
Sleep counselor Kene Vernik discusses the negative health implications of early school start times for teenagers.
SS: 'Green Powder' is Spreading in Finland
Kratom, a psychoactive substance rarely seen in Finland before, is now spreading in the country, attracting attention for both its euphoric effects and potential health risks.
Organizing Issues of Foreign Employment: Strengthening Measures Against Malicious Businesses and Promoting Japanese Language Education
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare is addressing foreign employment issues, focusing on stricter measures against unscrupulous employers and the promotion of Japanese language education.
Post-Infectious Decade: How Bär's Ministry Slowed Long Covid Research
Documents suggest that the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research, led by Dorothee Bär, has been obstructing funding initiatives for Long Covid research despite publicly promoting a substantial investment of half a billion euros.
Shoppers president met health minister as Ontario expanded prescription powers
Ontario's new policy allows pharmacists to prescribe medication for common ailments, leading to a meeting between Health Minister Sylvia Jones and Shoppers Drug Mart's president.
Africa: Pharma Pulls Back As Antimicrobial Resistance Threat Grows
The increasing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is causing pharmaceutical companies to withdraw from antibiotic development, risking millions of lives if investments and policy actions do not improve.
New President of the Korean Medical Biojournalists Association is Min Tae-won, Reporter at the Kukmin Ilbo
Min Tae-won has been appointed as the new president of the Korean Medical Biojournalists Association, succeeding Kim Gil-won.
María Varela, the woman who gathered 55,000 signatures to advance breast cancer screening to age 40: 'Health promised us a meeting five times, but we are still waiting'
María Varela, a breast cancer patient, has gathered over 55,000 signatures advocating for the age of mammograms to be lowered to 40, highlighting delays in health ministry response.
Nairobi introduces menstrual leave policy sparking praise and debate
Nairobi has implemented a policy granting female county employees two days of paid menstrual leave each month, prompting discussions about workplace support for women's health.
The government supports the proposal to tighten the organization of patient transportation services
The Lithuanian government is backing a proposal to revise the guidelines for patient transport services, limiting them to patients assessed under a specific threshold of health.
Diagnoses of the system and discussions on new health strategies in Katowice - XI Health Challenges Congress 2026 has concluded
The XI Health Challenges Congress explored health system reforms and financing predictability in Poland.
The Government Will Decide on a New In Vitro Fertilization Procedure
The Lithuanian government is set to propose new regulations for in vitro fertilization following a Constitutional Court ruling that challenged restrictions on single women and unmarried couples accessing these services.
That health should not depend on the postal code
The article discusses the need for universal coverage, equity, and efficiency in Argentina's health system, emphasizing the importance of addressing disparities among different jurisdictions.
Digital Register: Half a Million Organ Donation Declarations Online
Over 500,000 people in Germany have documented their organ donation preferences in a digital central register, indicating a strong trend towards consent for organ donation.
Good news for New York: Kathy Hochul presents new initiatives to strengthen the healthcare system and reduce service costs
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has unveiled a comprehensive plan aimed at enhancing the state's healthcare system and reducing costs, amid ongoing changes to health policies at the federal level.
VIDEOS: Acre Journal 2nd edition this Monday, March 16, 2026
The Acre Journal discusses various political and social developments in Brazil, including controversies surrounding a congresswoman, reactions to Trump's foreign policy, and local health news.
Head of USA's Anti-Terror Center Resigns Due to War in Iran
The head of the U.S. anti-terror center has resigned amid ongoing tensions related to the war in Iran.
'It's disastrous': Argentina leaves the WHO, why did Milei decide to exit the World Health Organization?
Argentina has officially exited the World Health Organization, marking a significant shift in its health policy under President Javier Milei's administration.
US judge halts Trump administration's vaccine policy overhaul
A federal court in Massachusetts has halted significant adjustments to vaccine recommendations made by R. F. Kennedy under the Trump administration, sparking legal challenges from major medical organizations.
Argentina formalized its exit from the World Health Organization
Argentina has officially exited the World Health Organization, as announced by Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno.
Will there be a partial return of limits on visits to specialist doctors? Findings from 'Rzeczpospolita'
The article discusses potential reinstatement of limits on visits to specialist doctors in Poland due to rising patient wait times despite previous policy changes.
Emergency Rooms May Send Home Patients With Minor Health Concerns Starting in April
Starting April 1st, emergency rooms in Estonia will be permitted to send home patients who do not require immediate medical attention based on initial assessments.
USA: Court Stops Vaccine Policy of Health Minister Kennedy
A Massachusetts federal judge has blocked significant changes to vaccination policies proposed by Health Minister Robert F. Kennedy Jr., deeming them not based on scientific evidence.
Cigarette prices have doubled in 10 years, while the excise duty on vodka has not even increased by half – explains "Forbidden Method"
Excise tax revenues from alcohol and tobacco have risen significantly in Latvia, highlighting disparities in taxation policy between alcohol and tobacco products.
At least 23 killed in suspected suicide attack in Nigeria
An American judge has blocked Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s implementation of major changes to U.S. vaccine policy.
Judge Blocks Kennedy's Changes to US Vaccine Policy
A US judge has blocked Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s implementation of significant changes to the country's vaccine policy.
The War in Iran Leads Trump to Postpone Visit to China
A federal judge blocked a significant change in U.S. vaccine policy proposed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., citing likely support for challenges against the changes made earlier this year.
U.S. Administration's Vaccine Reduction Policy Temporarily Halted by Court, Lawsuit Filed by Pediatric Academies
A federal court in Massachusetts has temporarily halted the U.S. government's decision to reduce the number of recommended childhood vaccinations, following a lawsuit from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Judge blocks controversial vaccine changes from Kennedy
A U.S. judge has blocked significant changes to vaccine policy proposed by Health Minister Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Judge Halts Parts of Kennedy's Vaccine Policy
A federal judge in Boston has temporarily halted key aspects of the U.S. vaccine policy changes proposed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Judge Stops Parts of Kennedy's Vaccine Policy
A federal judge in Boston has temporarily halted key aspects of U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s attempts to change the vaccine policy in the United States.
United States: a judge suspends the overhaul of the American vaccination policy desired by the Trump administration
A federal judge has temporarily suspended changes to the American vaccination policy initiated by the Trump administration, significantly impacting its health policies.
Law for Comprehensive Cancer Care
The new Organic Law for Comprehensive Cancer Care in Ecuador emphasizes the importance of holistic support for cancer patients, including psychological, medical, and rehabilitative assistance.