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๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

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.

Mar 23 โ€ข 06:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

12910 zล‚ for doctors, 11485 zล‚ for nurses. New minimum salaries in 2026

Health Minister confirms no reforms will occur without compromise on salary changes discussed in the Tripartite Health Care Team meeting.

Mar 22 โ€ข 19:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Entrepreneur Charged Ethiopian Care Workers Over 700,000 Euros as Fees in Finland

An entrepreneur in Espoo exploited the ignorance of Ethiopian nurses about Finnish law, illegally charging them fees totaling over 700,000 euros for employment services.

Mar 21 โ€ข 15:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

CM Yogi to distribute appointment letters to selected candidates for UP staff nurse recruitment, impact of Aaj Tak's news

CM Yogi Adityanath is set to distribute appointment letters to newly appointed nursing officers in UP, highlighting the effects of Aaj Tak's coverage on their prolonged demands.

Mar 20 โ€ข 16:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Rydman Sounds Off on Nurses' Language Skills: 'It Is a Very Serious Patient Safety Issue'

Finnish Minister Wille Rydman emphasizes the critical need for healthcare professionals to be proficient in Finnish or Swedish to ensure patient safety and effective team functioning.

Mar 19 โ€ข 06:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Post
National & Local

Group challenging use of Emergencies Act asks chief justice to consider recusing himself from case

The Canadian Frontline Nurses are challenging the Chief Justice's participation in a Supreme Court case concerning the Emergencies Act, citing potential bias due to his past comments on the Freedom Convoy protests.

Mar 18 โ€ข 22:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Strike in the National Health System: Two-Day "Blockade" by Doctors and Nurses โ€“ The Sticking Points of Salaries and the Wave of Exodus

Doctors and hospital workers in Greece are initiating a two-day strike in protest of salary reductions and staffing shortages.

Mar 18 โ€ข 04:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Healthcare in a 48-hour strike: Doctors and nurses on the streets

Doctors and nurses in Greece are set to go on strike to demand better pay and working conditions, starting March 18, with further actions planned for March 19.

Mar 17 โ€ข 16:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

HS: This Husin instruction was too much for the nurses - 'It went wrong'

A controversial directive from Husin's eye and neck center has sparked criticism from nurses on social media, prompting apologies from hospital officials.

Mar 17 โ€ข 15:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Patient threatens nurses and breaks objects at HPS in Juiz de Fora

A 46-year-old patient experienced a psychotic episode, threatening nurses and damaging property at the Juiz de Fora Emergency Hospital.

Mar 16 โ€ข 14:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Death of a Nonagenarian Due to Medication Error; Chitose City Hospital's Double-Check Mechanism Failed

A patient in his nineties died due to a medication error at a hospital in Chitose City, Japan, where double-checking by nurses failed to prevent the mix-up of medications.

Mar 16 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Head of WHO says doctors and nurses died in attack on health center in Lebanon

The head of the World Health Organization has confirmed the deaths of 12 health professionals in an attack on a health center in Lebanon amid rising tensions in the region.

Mar 14 โ€ข 20:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Lebanon: Health Center Bombed - 12 Dead, Doctors and Nurses

An Israeli airstrike targeted a health center in southern Lebanon, resulting in the deaths of at least 12 healthcare workers, according to the Lebanese Ministry of Health.

Mar 14 โ€ข 00:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Sophiahemmet Cuts Back - Nurses to Handle Laundry

Staff layoffs and increased work hours without pay at Sophiahemmet Hospital have led to dissatisfaction among nurses regarding their working conditions.

Mar 12 โ€ข 19:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Manitoba government plans steps toward reducing nurse overtime, improving care

The Manitoba government is establishing committees to address nurse-to-patient ratios and reduce mandatory overtime for nurses, aiming to improve health care in the province.

Mar 12 โ€ข 03:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Find out who the comedian is that generated outrage on the web after comments about the nursing 'rest room'

Evoney Fernandes, a Brazilian influencer and comedian, sparked controversy after stating he would not marry nurses due to their use of a 'rest room' during work.

Mar 11 โ€ข 12:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Nurses and doctors embarrassed about corridor care 'can't look patients in the eye'

NHS staff leaders have expressed serious concerns about the ongoing crisis in hospital corridor care, highlighting the embarrassment felt by medical professionals and the associated risks to patient safety.

Mar 11 โ€ข 11:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

FG approves employment of 50 doctors, 100 nurses across correctional centres

The Nigerian government has approved the hiring of 50 doctors and 100 nurses to improve healthcare services in correctional facilities.

Mar 11 โ€ข 08:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

Survey: Most Nurses Do Not Know What to Do in a Crisis Situation

A recent survey indicated that over half of Danish nurses feel unprepared for future crises, highlighting a lack of awareness regarding emergency procedures in the healthcare system.

Mar 11 โ€ข 06:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

New Agreement for Nurses Ensures Higher Pension

A new agreement has secured higher pensions and salary increases for nurses in Denmark.

Mar 11 โ€ข 06:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The latest tactic of the beer industry on social media: paying doctors, nurses, or dieticians

The Spanish beer industry is facing scrutiny for a social media campaign that allegedly promotes beer consumption by linking it to various health benefits through endorsements from health professionals.

Mar 11 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Comedian apologizes after stating he wouldn't marry a nurse because of the 'rest room'; VIDEO

Comedian Evoney Fernandes apologized for comments he made about nurses, considering them disrespectful.

Mar 10 โ€ข 23:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Nursing condemns comedian Evoney Fernandes' comments: 'attack on honor'

The Regional Nursing Council of Tocantins and the Brazilian Nursing Association condemned comedian Evoney Fernandes for disrespectful remarks about nurses.

Mar 10 โ€ข 14:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Registration of U.S. nurses in B.C. soars amid recruitment push

The number of U.S. nurses registering in British Columbia has surged due to recent recruitment efforts and changes in the registration process.

Mar 10 โ€ข 12:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

How much nurses earn in March 2026

Nurses in the private health sector in Argentina will have their salaries unchanged in March 2026 compared to the previous month, with no new confirmed increases.

Mar 7 โ€ข 17:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Missiles, drones hovering, explosions happening...': How Indian nurses are surviving in war

Amidst the turmoil in Iran, Indian nurses in Gulf countries continue to work under the threat of missiles and explosions, showcasing resilience in a perilous environment.

Mar 6 โ€ข 07:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The video of the miraculous rescue of a baby who fell from the tenth-floor window: they caught him with a coat

An 18-month-old baby fell from a tenth-floor window in St. Petersburg, Russia, but was miraculously caught by bystanders using a coat.

Mar 5 โ€ข 13:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Nurses oppose Ministry of Health's plans. Talks about salary increases on March 16

Nurses in Poland are rejecting proposed changes by the Ministry of Health regarding salary adjustments scheduled for 2026, advocating for better working conditions and pay.

Mar 5 โ€ข 11:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Domenico, "Toxic and Intimidating Climate": Nurses Accuse Oppido

Nurses at the Monaldi hospital accuse the administration of creating a toxic and intimidating work environment following a heart transplant incident involving a young patient.

Mar 5 โ€ข 00:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

'Can't justify it': Why some Tasmanian nurses won't come back home

Tasmanian nurses express concerns over low wages and understaffing, citing these as key reasons for not returning to work in their home state.

Mar 4 โ€ข 18:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Nurses and technicians at Monaldi: 'From Oppido, aggression and humiliation in the operating room'

A letter from the nursing and technical staff at Monaldi hospital highlights a culture of mistrust and intimidation fostered by Guido Oppido regarding a pediatric cardiac surgery case.

Mar 4 โ€ข 16:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

The paradox of Estonian healthcare: doctors and nurses are highly valued, but satisfaction with the system is declining

A Kantar EMOR satisfaction survey indicates that while most Estonians are satisfied with the care received from doctors and nurses, overall satisfaction with the healthcare system is decreasing.

Mar 4 โ€ข 07:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Kwara recruits 150 nurses, acquires MRI to boost healthcare

The Kwara State Government has recruited 150 nurses and acquired an MRI machine to improve healthcare services in the state.

Mar 3 โ€ข 23:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Brought to Bad Homburg: The First Filipinas in German Clinics

The article recounts the story of Teresita Rohe, one of the first Filipina nurses in Germany, who moved there in 1970 to address a nursing shortage and navigated personal struggles while adapting to a new culture.

Mar 3 โ€ข 18:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

New rules may make it more lucrative to choose part-time over a full workweek

New regulations in Denmark could incentivize nurses to work part-time due to increased pay for overtime hours.

Mar 3 โ€ข 16:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

New agreement could make it more attractive to choose part-time over a full workweek

A new agreement is likely to make part-time work more appealing to nurses in Denmark, complicating efforts to increase full-time employment due to financial incentives.

Mar 3 โ€ข 16:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Raseiniai District โ€“ a gruesome discovery: nurses called to assist a woman could no longer help

Emergency services found a deceased woman in Raseiniai district after a nurse reported being unable to enter her home.

Mar 3 โ€ข 07:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Increased nurses redirect patients arriving at ER to family doctor centers or pharmacies

New regulations will allow emergency room staff to redirect patients with minor health issues to family doctors or pharmacies starting April 1.

Mar 2 โ€ข 22:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Almost 5 per cent of Tasmania's health budget spent on locum nurses

Tasmania's healthcare system spent over $105 million on temporary nurses in 2024-25, marking a substantial increase since 2020.

Mar 1 โ€ข 18:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

The nurses and Domenico: "They will have it on their conscience"

A tragic incident surrounding the death of two-year-old Domenico reveals conflicting testimonies and alarming details about the surgical procedures that may have contributed to his demise.

Mar 1 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
Crime & Justice

Monaldi, the chat among nurses: 'They will have the little Domenico on their conscience'

A troubling chat among nurses reveals concerns over a failed heart transplant on a young patient named Domenico at Monaldi Hospital.

Feb 28 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Toddler fell from a window in Russia โ€“ Miracle rescue

A toddler in Saint Petersburg, Russia survived a fall of 33.5 meters, thanks to the quick actions of local bystanders who caught him with a jacket.

Feb 27 โ€ข 20:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Conviction of the Nurse is Sad

The leader of the Icelandic Nurses Association expresses sorrow over the conviction of a nurse, suggesting it could have significant consequences for the nursing profession as the verdict stemmed from a tragic incident in 2021.

Feb 27 โ€ข 17:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

TS: Nurses at breaking point in Turku - "The situation is really bad right now"

Emergency department overcrowding and a lack of follow-up care locations are straining the staff at Turku University Hospital, according to reports from Turun Sanomat.

Feb 27 โ€ข 15:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Drop in overseas workers is โ€˜car crashโ€™ for UK hospitals and care homes, say experts

Experts warn that a significant decrease in overseas nursing and caring staff is posing a critical risk to UK hospitals and care homes.

Feb 26 โ€ข 19:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Garrahan Hospital has begun renewing hospital beds: the participation of porters, nurses, and doctors was key

The Garrahan Hospital in Argentina has started replacing outdated hospital beds with participations from various healthcare workers.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

The nurses: "We tried to thaw the heart with cold and warm water"

Nurses at Monaldi Hospital in Naples recount their desperate attempts to thaw a frozen heart for a two-and-a-half-year-old boy's transplant.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Domenico and the transplant, the nurses to the prosecutor: 'Those minutes of tension for the frozen heart'

The article recounts a critical moment during a heart transplant at Monaldi Hospital in Italy, where medical staff faced intense pressure after discovering a frozen heart.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Epstein Files: What Stephen Hawking's Family Says About the Photo with Two Women

Stephen Hawking's family responds to a photo found in Jeffrey Epstein's files showing Hawking with two women, described as his nurses.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Nurses have found a way to earn โ€“ "You can achieve the same monthly salary with significantly less work"

In Finland, nurses are increasingly seeking alternative employment due to poor working conditions, with some devising innovative ways to maximize their income without heavy workloads.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:03 UTC

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