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A 19-year-old woman with suspected mpox has been transferred to Hospital Rafael Fernandes in Mossoró, Brazil, for further treatment, although there are currently no confirmed cases of the disease in the state.

A pharmacist has recommended a 20-second guideline to help prevent the spread of rising norovirus cases in the UK, where hospital admissions have significantly increased.

The LAT upheld the sentences against former hospital director Antanas Martusevičius and others involved in bribery cases, confirming fines and penalties previously assigned.

The Bauru City Hall has reopened the bidding process for the construction of a new municipal hospital to manage healthcare more effectively for lower and medium complexity cases.

Guayaquil's Bicentenario Hospital has seen a surge of 13,000 patients with respiratory viruses and dengue as of February 20, 2026.

The city of Santos, Brazil, has confirmed two cases of mpox, with affected patients showing good clinical recovery and receiving discharge from the hospital.

The Hospital de Emergência do Agreste in Arapiraca reported 22 scorpion sting cases during Carnival amidst a significant increase in such incidents this year.

Hospital admissions for assault rose significantly during the Carnival period in Teresina, Brazil, with an average of three cases per day reported by Hospital de Urgência de Teresina (HUT).

NHS England reports a significant rise in hospital cases of norovirus, warning that admissions have doubled in a month.

Falls were the leading cause of emergency room visits at the Trauma Hospital in João Pessoa during Carnival 2026, with a total of 1,329 cases recorded.

A potential outbreak of scabies at the Policlinico di Bari has led to conflicting reports about the number of affected healthcare workers, with unions claiming 20 cases while hospital management states there are only 4.

In 2025, 74% of confirmed childhood cancer diagnoses at the Hospital Regional do Baixo Amazonas were leukemia cases.

Vole fever cases are currently surging in Central Ostrobothnia, Finland, with local reports detailing alarming symptoms and hospital admissions.

The Regional Hospital of Málaga has issued a warning regarding the health dangers posed by viral challenges on social media that involve ingesting large quantities of medications, leading to serious poisoning cases among children under 14.

The Rīga Eastern Hospital reports a rise in patients suffering from frostbite and burns, with cases linked to both outdoor activities and accidents.

Doctors are optimistic about a new preventive treatment for RSV virus that may reduce severe cases in infants requiring hospital care.

This article discusses the troubling incidents surrounding elderly care in Finland, highlighting a recent death in a hospital and several alarming cases in care facilities that raise serious concerns about the treatment of senior citizens.

The Health Inspectorate is set to evaluate the work quality of traumatologists at Jēkabpils Hospital following several cases needing intervention.

The Danderyd Hospital continues to face thefts of jewelry and valuables, prompting investigations into 14 new cases by the hospital and police despite a suspect being arrested in December.

Lithuania is experiencing a significant rise in hospital admissions due to flu, with 40 patients being admitted daily, alongside additional COVID-19 and respiratory illness cases.

In Estonia, respiratory virus circulation remains high, with a significant rise in flu, COVID-19, and RSV cases, contributing to increased hospital visits, especially among children under 14.

POEDHN highlights the extraordinary and moving efforts of the personnel at Chios General Hospital in managing the aftermath of the deadly tragedy off the coast of Chios, commending the hospital staff and administration for their response to a surge in trauma cases.

The article discusses real cases in Brazil of surgical materials, such as forceps and compresses, accidentally left inside patients, with over 500 surgeries recorded for their removal from 2022 to 2025.

Al-Shifa Hospital director Mohamed Abu Salmia reports that only a small number of critical patients are being allowed to exit via the Rafah border, leaving 450 in urgent need of care and resulting in daily fatalities due to delays.

The article discusses the current traumatic situation in Zagreb, marked by snowy conditions and a surge in hospital cases due to skiing accidents, as reflected in the local healthcare system.

In Bavaria, the number of dementia patients requiring hospital treatment is increasing rapidly, with projections indicating a rise from 161,700 to 176,500 cases between 2023 and 2040.

The article discusses the protocols and safety measures in hospital pharmacies following the tragic deaths of two cancer patients due to a treatment error, as detailed by the Spanish Society of Hospital Pharmacy.

Six hospital trusts in the UK have declared critical incidents due to rising flu and norovirus cases alongside staff shortages, leading to severe pressure on healthcare services.

Severe icy conditions lead to multiple accidents and mass pile-ups, resulting in serious injuries and road closures as hospitals face a surge in emergency cases.

Four hospital trusts have declared critical incidents due to high pressures stemming from significant flu and norovirus cases, along with staff sickness and cold weather leading to increased patient numbers.

The NHS has recommended precautions to take in order to minimize the risk of spreading influenza, which is rising in hospital cases this winter.

The article discusses the alarming rise in suicide attempts among young children in Italy, highlighting recent tragic cases and the need for increased hospital resources to address this crisis.

Several hospitals in Croatia have restricted visits due to a rise in flu cases, with some banning visits outright and others allowing limited access under strict conditions.

The General Hospital 'Dr. Tomislav Bardek' in Koprivnica has prohibited visits due to a rise in flu cases, with hopes the ban will last at least another ten days as flu type A peaks.

The Trauma Clinic at KBC Sestre milosrdnice in Zagreb has treated 66 patients injured in ice-related falls over the last 24 hours, with 15 being hospitalized as all elective surgeries have been postponed due to the influx of cases.

The latest report from Niguarda indicates that no patients from Crans-Montana are currently out of danger, with three in particularly critical condition among the eleven hospitalized cases.

Hospitals across the country are overwhelmed as flu cases have surged during the holiday season, prompting the EODY to strongly recommend vaccination and protective measures.

Petrova Hospital in Zagreb has banned visits and accompaniment for childbirth due to a rise in flu cases, leading to discontent among women who feel they should not go through labor alone.

The NHS has provided an update indicating a slight decline in hospital cases related to winter viruses, while cautioning that the risk remains as the 'super flu' caused by the H3N2 strain continues to circulate.

Experts warn that urology departments in the UK are nearing breaking point due to a dramatic increase in ketamine-related hospital admissions.

The Clinical Hospital Center Rijeka has implemented a complete ban on visitors due to a significant rise in flu infections, effective from December 29, with some exceptions allowed in particularly justified cases.

The article discusses the extensive corruption scandal involving the Motol Hospital, revealing extensive bribery and silencing of individuals and companies.

The incidence of flu in Spain began to decline after reaching its peak before Christmas, although hospital pressure remains high due to severe cases in vulnerable populations.