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🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

“I came as soon as I felt this way”: patients from other cantons arrive with dengue symptoms seeking care in Guayaquil

Patients from various cantons have traveled to Guayaquil seeking medical attention for suspected dengue symptoms, highlighting ongoing regional health concerns regarding the illness.

Feb 28 • 14:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Heavy rains in Patos, PB, cause flooding and affect hospital

Heavy rains in Patos led to flooding in the city and impacted the Regional Hospital of Patos, but no patients were harmed.

Feb 28 • 12:59 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

That bluff by the Democratic Party on the ghost hospital

The article discusses the controversy surrounding the inauguration of a non-existent hospital in Monopoli-Fasano, Puglia, by the outgoing president Michele Emiliano, just months before regional elections.

Feb 28 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Did you see? Doorman fired for taking candy, truck with cattle flips over, and man arrested for raping a 12-year-old girl

A doorman was unjustly dismissed for taking a piece of candy from a store inside the hospital where he worked, as ruled by the regional labor court in Uberaba, Brazil.

Feb 28 • 09:00 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
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Terrible cuts sweep through Finland – See how your area is affected

Finland's regional welfare areas are undergoing significant service cuts, affecting health centers, care homes, and hospital wards, with varying impacts across the country.

Feb 27 • 04:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Strengthening Standards for Emergency Room Specialists ... 1 Specialist for Every 5,000 Patients in Regional Centers

To enhance the capacity for severe and emergency patient care, new standards for staffing and facilities in regional and local emergency medical centers are being implemented.

Feb 27 • 00:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Lack of security and poor conditions': CRM inspects Areolino de Abreu Hospital after patient is killed

The regional medical council conducted an inspection at Areolino de Abreu Hospital following a fatal incident, uncovering significant security and structural deficiencies.

Feb 26 • 18:29 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Ukrainian doctors: Daugavpils has become a new lifelong home

Since the start of the war in Ukraine, several dozen medical professionals have relocated to Daugavpils, with 16 currently working at the Daugavpils regional hospital.

Feb 26 • 02:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After controversies, the outsourcing process of a hospital in the interior of Acre is suspended

The outsourcing process for the management of the Regional Hospital of Alto Acre in Brazil was suspended due to controversies surrounding it.

Feb 25 • 00:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Boy bitten by jararaca snake gets discharged after specialized treatment at the Regional Hospital of Baixo Amazonas

A five-year-old boy, João Paulo Soares Mendes, was discharged from a Brazilian hospital after receiving treatment for a jararaca snake bite.

Feb 24 • 13:33 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Strengthening the Stroke Unit and Trauma Services at Jēkabpils Regional Hospital, Says Minister

Latvian Health Minister Hosams Abu Meri emphasizes the need to enhance the stroke unit and trauma services at Jēkabpils Regional Hospital during a meeting with the hospital's management.

Feb 23 • 16:09 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Guide to the Use (and Not Abuse) of Paracetamol, the Most Consumed Medication in Spain

A warning from the Hospital Regional de Málaga highlights the dangers of paracetamol misuse, especially among minors engaging in social media challenges.

Feb 21 • 23:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

VIDEO: group fights in hospital reception during visit to patient in the interior of SP

A group of visitors fought in the reception area of the Regional Hospital of Presidente Prudente, Brazil, leading to police reports for bodily injury, threats, and property damage.

Feb 20 • 20:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnival transforms hospital routine and brings joy to patients at the Regional Hospital of Santarém

Carnival festivities transformed the environment at the Regional Hospital of Santarém, bringing music and smiles to patients awaiting treatment.

Feb 18 • 12:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Leukemia Leads Cases of Childhood Cancer Among Pediatric Oncology Patients at HRBA

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

Feb 17 • 11:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Warning about the danger of the 'paracetamol challenge' after serious poisoning cases in minors under 14 years

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.

Feb 16 • 20:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Hospital in the interior of SP registers fire outbreak after air conditioning catches fire; VIDEO

A small fire occurred in a bed at the Regional Hospital of Registro in São Paulo due to an air conditioning unit igniting, but it was quickly controlled with no reported injuries.

Feb 16 • 17:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Regional Hospital of Málaga warns of the paracetamol challenge among minors, which can cause death

The Regional Hospital of Málaga has issued a warning about a dangerous social media challenge encouraging minors to consume excessive amounts of paracetamol, which poses serious health risks including death.

Feb 16 • 17:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Regional Hospital of Baixo Amazonas treats 144 children in oncology in Santarém

The Regional Hospital of Baixo Amazonas provided pediatric oncology care to 144 children in 2025, with a majority diagnosed with leukemia.

Feb 14 • 20:06 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The Ministry of Health is evaluating the state's participation in the management of Vidzeme Hospital

The Latvian Ministry of Health is exploring closer collaboration and potential state involvement in the management of Vidzeme Hospital to strengthen regional healthcare services.

Feb 13 • 17:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Três Colinas Regional Hospital in Franca opens selection process to hire 1,300 professionals

Três Colinas Regional Hospital in Franca is launching a selection process to hire 1,300 healthcare professionals.

Feb 13 • 15:47 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Kiruna's new hospital is being built to accommodate maternity and surgery departments

A new hospital in Kiruna is planned to include maternity wards and emergency surgery, which were previously closed, but there's no commitment from regional leaders to activate these services.

Feb 13 • 11:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: Hospital Flooded After Heavy Rains in the Interior of PI; Streets and Houses Were Also Affected

Heavy rains caused flooding in the Regional Hospital Leônidas Melo in Barras, Piauí, affecting several areas including streets and homes.

Feb 12 • 14:04 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Quality of Services Provided by Traumatologists at Jēkabpils Regional Hospital to Be Evaluated

The Latvia Health Inspection will assess the quality of services provided by traumatologists at Jēkabpils Regional Hospital after concerns were raised about patient care.

Feb 11 • 15:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Divinópolis Regional Hospital inaugurated after 16 years of construction, but the forecast for patient care is for the second half of the year

The Divinópolis Regional Hospital has been inaugurated but will only begin patient care in the second semester of 2026 due to ongoing equipment acquisition and staff training.

Feb 10 • 14:31 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The operation of the traumatology department at Jēkabpils Regional Hospital has been suspended; two traumatologists have been dismissed

The traumatology department at Jēkabpils Regional Hospital has been temporarily suspended due to poor service quality, resulting in the dismissal of two traumatologists.

Feb 9 • 17:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Two traumatologists suspended due to inappropriate treatment at Jekabpils hospital

Two traumatologists at Jekabpils regional hospital have been suspended amid allegations of systemic issues in patient care resulting in repeated surgeries in Riga.

Feb 9 • 16:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After MP action, Justice demands hygiene and air conditioning in maternity hospital in Pariquera-Açu, SP

The Brazilian court has mandated improvements in hygiene and air conditioning at the maternity section of the Hospital Regional Dr. Leopoldo Bevilacqua, following a public action by the São Paulo Public Prosecutor's Office.

Feb 8 • 22:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Hospital outsourcing plan causes controversy in the interior of Acre

A plan to outsource the Regional Hospital of Alto Acre in Braziléia, Acre, is causing controversy as government officials claim it is not privatization, while employees oppose the change.

Feb 6 • 22:25 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Ventspils Hospital Modernizes Dialysis System, Improving Patient Safety

Ventspils Regional Hospital has upgraded its dialysis water purification system to enhance patient safety and treatment effectiveness.

Feb 6 • 19:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Tarcísio de Freitas talks about health, education, and civic-military schools in exclusive interview

In an exclusive interview following the inauguration of the Regional Hospital of Cruzeiro, Governor Tarcísio de Freitas discussed health, education, and the start of classes in civic-military schools, addressing issues including Portuguese mistakes made by police monitors in Caçapava.

Feb 6 • 18:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Children undergoing cancer treatment receive personalized masks for radiotherapy sessions in Santarém

Children undergoing cancer treatment at the Regional Hospital of Lower Amazon in Santarém receive personalized masks during radiotherapy, making the experience feel like transforming into their favorite characters.

Feb 6 • 13:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Baby found inside bag in garbage in Icó, Ceará

A baby boy was discovered alive in a plastic bag among garbage in Icó, Ceará, and has been taken to the Regional Hospital for care.

Feb 6 • 13:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Benício Case: Coren-AM says the registration of the nursing technician under investigation is suspended

The Regional Nursing Council of Amazonas announced the suspension of nursing technician Raiza Bentes Praia's professional registration amidst the ongoing investigation into the death of boy Benício Xavier at Santa Júlia Hospital.

Feb 6 • 00:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cruzeiro Regional Hospital inaugurated after two years of delay

The Cruzeiro Regional Hospital in São Paulo officially opened after a two-year delay, with Governor Tarcísio de Freitas in attendance at the inauguration ceremony.

Feb 5 • 15:57 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Crime & Justice

Corruption in Liepāja and Ogre hospitals: what is known so far?

Investigators suspect that officials at the Ogre district hospital and Liepāja regional hospital may have overpaid more than 300,000 euros due to potentially criminal activities involving contracts with medical supply providers, according to the announcement from the Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB).

Feb 5 • 09:37 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Crime & Justice

KNAB detains five at Liepaja hospital, and two at Ogre district hospital

Five people, including a public official, have been detained in a corruption investigation at Liepaja Regional Hospital, while two others were arrested at Ogre district hospital for possible illegal activities.

Feb 4 • 17:22 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Photo: Unprecedented spine surgeries performed in North Kurzeme Hospital

In late January, unique spine surgeries involving the implantation of movable intervertebral disc prostheses were performed at the North Kurzeme Regional Hospital in Ventspils, Latvia, allowing for improved mobility and reduced recovery time for patients.

Feb 4 • 10:57 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Crime & Justice

Ogres and Liepaja hospitals: seven detained

Seven officials have been detained in connection with potential corruption at the Liepaja Regional Hospital and Ogres District Hospital, suspected of colluding with medical supply companies for public procurement contracts.

Feb 3 • 13:55 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Crime & Justice

KNAB conducts searches in Liepaja and Ogre hospitals

The Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) conducted searches at the 'Ogre District Hospital' and the Liepaja Regional Hospital as part of an investigation in cooperation with the European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO).

Feb 3 • 08:55 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Seven years waiting for the new public hospital promised by Ayuso

The regional government is accelerating plans to complete the public hospital in Sierra Norte by 2027, the election year, fulfilling a promise made by President Isabel Díaz Ayuso since 2019.

Feb 3 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

HRBA Outpatient Clinic is a Reference for Medium and High Complexity Wound Treatment

The outpatient wound clinic at the Regional Hospital of Lower Amazonas in Santarém, Pará, is recognized for its advanced treatment of medium and high complexity injuries using various techniques and technologies.

Feb 2 • 19:33 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Daugavpils hospital has laid off dozens of employees with Russian and Belarusian citizenship

The Daugavpils Regional Hospital has dismissed nearly 50 employees who are citizens of Russia and Belarus, citing compliance with national security laws regarding critical infrastructure.

Feb 2 • 12:04 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
Life & Tech

AI research project at Gødstrup receives 34 million kroner

A new AI research project at Gødstrup Regional Hospital aims to enhance doctors' ability to diagnose cardiovascular diseases using CT scans.

Feb 2 • 11:24 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
World

Russian Strikes On Ukraine Kill 2 – Authorities

Russian attacks, including a drone strike on a maternity hospital, resulted in two deaths and several injuries in Ukraine, as announced by regional authorities.

Feb 1 • 12:59 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

Nine newborns died in a maternity hospital in Russia

Nine newborns died during the New Year's holidays at a maternity hospital in Novokuznetsk, Kemerovo region, prompting an investigation by the regional health ministry.

Jan 13 • 08:34 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
National & Local

Cardiologists at the Tomáš Baťa Regional Hospital in Zlín were busy at the end of the year

Cardiologists at the Tomáš Baťa Regional Hospital in Zlín were heavily occupied as the year came to a close.

Jan 7 • 06:55 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
Crime & Justice

Tragedy at the hospital. Patient fell out of the window

A patient fell out of a window at the Regional Integrated Hospital named after Ludwik Rydygier in Toruń on Saturday morning, resulting in a fatal incident.

Dec 28 • 06:20 UTC

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