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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Unifev opens registrations for Medicine 2026 and launches guide for future doctors

Unifev has opened registrations for the Medicine 2026 selection process and released a guide for prospective medical students.

Mar 4 • 18:59 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Medical Student Hupcejová: I Will Never Forget the Patient Who Died of Cancer Due to Hoaxes

Hana Hupcejová, a fifth-year medical student in Slovakia, reflects on the impact of health misinformation on patients and aspiring doctors.

Mar 3 • 21:04 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Caught copying during the MIR exam with smart glasses and watch, scored zero

A medical exam candidate in Spain was disqualified after being caught using smart glasses and a smartwatch during the MIR 2026 exam.

Mar 3 • 16:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Young man who was accepted into medical school at three universities after taking the Enem in the hospital believes that his experience as a patient will help him in his profession.

A young man diagnosed with a rare disease achieved admission to medical school in three universities after taking a national exam while hospitalized, and he believes his patient experience will inform his future practice as a doctor.

Mar 3 • 15:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Young man from Pará with rare disease passes entrance exams at three public universities after taking the Enem in the hospital

A young man from Pará has been accepted into three medical programs despite facing a severe rare disease that required him to take the national exam while hospitalized.

Mar 3 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Barão de Mauá Medical School is the first in Ribeirão Preto and Region in ENAMED

The Barão de Mauá Medical School has achieved the highest ranking among private institutions in Ribeirão Preto and surrounding regions in the ENAMED evaluation.

Mar 2 • 19:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

17-Year-Old from the Farm Celebrates First Week in Medical School at Federal University

Fernando Abreu Miranda, a 17-year-old student, celebrates his first week at the Federal University of Tocantins after overcoming various challenges while working in agriculture.

Mar 1 • 14:37 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Medicine has an explosion of unfilled vacancies in the first call after changes in the Sisu

The number of unfilled places in medical courses surged during the first call of Brazil's Sisu 2026, particularly at federal universities like UFRJ, raising concerns among experts.

Mar 1 • 13:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Young man with a rare disease takes university entrance exam in hospital and gets accepted into medicine at three public universities

Ítalo Cantanhede, a 17-year-old Brazilian student with a rare disease, successfully passed the university entrance exam while hospitalized and gained admission to three public medical schools.

Mar 1 • 07:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

How a medical faculty is created at the university

The article discusses the establishment of the Medical Faculty at the University of Warsaw, highlighting the involvement of students in scientific research.

Feb 28 • 19:58 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NCDMB unveils medical lab at Bayelsa varsity

A new Clinical Skills and Simulation Laboratory was inaugurated at Bayelsa Medical University to enhance medical education and local healthcare capabilities.

Feb 28 • 14:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

At 15, Amapá student becomes a medical student at Unifap: 'maximum effort'

Gabriel Silva de Souza, a 15-year-old student from Amapá, Brazil, has been accepted into the medicine program at the Federal University of Amapá, demonstrating exceptional academic abilities from an early age.

Feb 28 • 10:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Only daughter and public school student: meet the young woman from TO accepted into medicine at two federal universities

Cecília Leite, a 21-year-old from Palmas, Brazil, has been accepted into the medical programs of two federal universities after dedicating four years to her studies as a public school student.

Feb 27 • 22:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Caçapava inaugurates its first Medical School; learn how the inauguration went

Caçapava has officially opened its first Medical School, marking a significant milestone for the city.

Feb 27 • 20:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'You faced Covid and began the dream of being a doctor,' says UCP CEO

The Central University of Paraguay celebrated a historic graduation of new doctors in Pedro Juan Caballero, marking significant academic achievements in the border region.

Feb 27 • 15:37 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Public Medical School Bill for 15 Years of Service Passes Welfare Committee

A bill establishing a public medical school requiring graduates to serve in public healthcare institutions for 15 years has passed a subcommittee of South Korea's National Assembly's Health and Welfare Committee.

Feb 27 • 10:23 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

To support local doctors, one must graduate from middle and high schools in the same metropolitan area as the university

Starting from the 2027 academic year, students must graduate from middle and high schools within the same metropolitan area as their medical school to apply for local doctor selection.

Feb 27 • 06:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Why Brazilians are choosing UNISUD in Paraguay over universities in Brazil?

Brazilians are increasingly enrolling at UNISUD in Paraguay due to concerns about medical education quality and high tuition costs in Brazil.

Feb 26 • 20:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Why Brazilians are switching from universities in Brazil to UNISUD in Paraguay?

Brazilians are increasingly choosing to study at UNISUD in Paraguay due to concerns over the quality of medical education in Brazil and the high costs of local tuition fees.

Feb 26 • 20:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

USP medical student accused of diverting R$ 1 million sentenced to 3 years in prison for R$ 192 thousand lottery fraud

Alicia Dudy Muller Veiga, a medicine graduate from USP, has been sentenced to three years in semi-open prison for defrauding a lottery and diverting substantial funds from her graduation party.

Feb 26 • 19:25 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Law for medical postgraduate studies

The article discusses the troubling conditions faced by medical postgraduate students in Ecuador, particularly those who are self-funded and have to manage excessive work hours without proper compensation.

Feb 26 • 14:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Annual Congress of Medical Leagues of UCP/Interamericana in Pedro Juan

The Annual Congress of Medical Leagues was held at the Central University of Paraguay, focusing on training future doctors in their chosen specialties.

Feb 26 • 13:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

‘It seems almost like a dream’: says young woman accepted into medicine at two federal universities in Tocantins

21-year-old Cecília Leite expresses her joy at being accepted into medical school at two federal universities in Tocantins, Brazil.

Feb 26 • 12:24 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Analysis: Getting into medical school is now possible with money, and it may be a good thing for patients

Finland's Education Minister proposed increasing medical school admissions significantly, sparking debate over the adequacy of medical education capacity in relation to real healthcare needs.

Feb 26 • 08:39 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

SAM: The number of state-funded medical school places will be increased for the 2026 admission

The Lithuanian Ministry of Health has announced an increase in state-funded medical school places through collaboration with various governmental bodies to encourage students to work in regional healthcare after graduation.

Feb 26 • 08:29 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

SAM: the state will finance more medical study places

The Lithuanian government plans to increase funding for medical study places to encourage healthcare professionals to work in regional areas.

Feb 26 • 08:01 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Graduation Rate of Gifted High School Students Entering Medical School at 2%? Investigation Shows 16%

A recent report shows that 16% of graduates from gifted high schools pursue a career in the medical field, disputing the government's claim of a mere 2% entry rate for medical schools.

Feb 26 • 06:12 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Juhani Jutila, 27, switched from construction to medical studies in Romania - already one in three new doctors has studied abroad

A growing number of Finnish medical professionals are being trained abroad, with 35% of licensed doctors in Finland having graduated from foreign universities, raising questions about the trust in the qualifications of foreign-trained doctors.

Feb 26 • 04:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

School Clinic Offers Free Medical Care with 60 Offices of Various Specialties in Salvador

The Afya school clinic in Salvador provides free medical care in various specialties, staffed by medical students under professional supervision.

Feb 25 • 19:48 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Senate approves proficiency exam in medicine organized by CFM; text will be analyzed by the Chamber

Brazil's Senate approved the implementation of a national medical proficiency exam controlled by the CFM to credential new medical professionals.

Feb 25 • 14:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

STF says that MEC can decide on rules for opening medical courses

The Brazilian Supreme Court has ruled that the Ministry of Education can set regulations for the establishment of medical courses and slots in higher education through public announcements.

Feb 25 • 13:27 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Klaipeda residents invited to check their hearing for free

Residents of Klaipeda are encouraged to participate in a free hearing check event organized by medical professionals.

Feb 25 • 12:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Young woman approved in medicine at two federal universities and mother gets emotional: 'It has always been in the blood'

Cecília Leite, a 21-year-old student, celebrated her acceptance into two medical programs in Brazil, fulfilling a lifelong dream and exciting her mother.

Feb 25 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

From slavery to medical doctorate

The article reflects on the history and impact of James McCune Smith, the first black doctor in the United States, while exploring the University of Glasgow's connection to his legacy.

Feb 25 • 02:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Bladder cancer is aggressive, but people overlook the initial symptoms

Bladder cancer is often overlooked due to its aggressive nature and the subtlety of its initial symptoms.

Feb 24 • 08:16 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

How the Medical Faculty at the University of Warsaw is Established

The article discusses the establishment and functioning of the Medical Faculty at the University of Warsaw, highlighting its innovative approach compared to traditional medical universities.

Feb 23 • 23:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Search for Medicine leads Brazilians to UNISUD

A rising interest in medical education abroad, particularly at UNISUD, is spurred by concerns over the quality and cost of medical training in Brazil.

Feb 23 • 20:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Brazilians exchange universities in the country for medical courses in Paraguay

More Brazilian students are opting to study medicine in Paraguay due to the high costs and low performance of local medical schools.

Feb 23 • 14:43 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

More students abandon contracts at Yonsei and Korea University than those at Samsung and SK Hynix? 144 students give up on admission offers from contract majors

More students are opting for medical degrees or admissions to Seoul National University instead of contract programs with major corporations like Samsung and SK Hynix, leading to a significant number of registration cancellations in 2023.

Feb 22 • 03:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Son of a cleaner and shoemaker, 18-year-old manages to get into medicine at USP, Unicamp, and Unesp

Matheus da Silva Alves, an 18-year-old public school student from Franca, Brazil, has been accepted into medicine at three of the country's most prestigious universities after achieving a high score on the Provão Paulista.

Feb 21 • 08:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Univás Medical Project Raises Awareness for the Importance of Organ Donation

A medical project by Univás students seeks to raise awareness about the significance of organ donation through various activities and community engagement.

Feb 20 • 20:02 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FG plans military medical college to tackle 340,000 doctor shortfall

The Nigerian government is set to establish a military medical college to address the significant shortage of doctors in the country.

Feb 20 • 13:07 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

No Grants for Tokyo Women's Medical University for Two Consecutive Years; Nihon University Reduces Funding

The Japanese government has decided to not grant any financial support to Tokyo Women's Medical University for the second consecutive year, while Nihon University has seen a reduced grant after improving its governance issues.

Feb 20 • 11:32 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Private medical students perform worse than public school students in 94% of the questions on the Enamed

Private medical students in Brazil scored lower than their public school counterparts on 94% of the questions in the Enamed exam, despite having a more favorable socioeconomic profile.

Feb 20 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Law allowing internship for foreign medical students comes into effect in AC

A new law in Acre, Brazil, permits foreign medical students to undertake internships in state-run healthcare facilities following its approval and publication.

Feb 19 • 22:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Samuel Libânio Hospital Complex graduates dozens of resident doctors

The Samuel Libânio Hospital Complex celebrates the graduation of numerous resident doctors, highlighting the excellence of its training program.

Feb 19 • 20:19 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Kohichi Akashi confirmed as President of Kyushu University, continuing the trend of having a Medical School graduate

Kohichi Akashi has been confirmed as the new President of Kyushu University, focusing on leukemia research and emphasizing the importance of social change in education.

Feb 19 • 09:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

More Doctors demands better training

The 'More Doctors' program in Brazil, originally created to improve healthcare access in underserved areas, is now facing challenges due to previous government measures that have affected the training of medical professionals.

Feb 19 • 01:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Country students tread similar path in pursuit of dream medical careers

Students from Kalgoorlie are pursuing their medical careers despite doctor shortages.

Feb 18 • 21:39 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Central University presumes alterations in grades of 19 medical students

The Central University of Ecuador is investigating alleged alterations in the grades of 19 medical students, which may constitute a cybercrime.

Feb 18 • 15:04 UTC

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