Greece's Deputy Health Minister Marios Themistokleous announced that 3,000 new auxiliary workers will be hired for the National Health System (NHS) within the next four months, addressing chronic staffing shortages in the provinces.

Healthcare professionals, particularly general practitioners and gynecologists, are undergoing training in North Macedonia to better recognize symptoms, understand the condition, and offer appropriate support for women experiencing perimenopause.

Doctors in Niger State, Nigeria, have issued a 72-hour ultimatum for the rescue of an abducted colleague, threatening a strike due to worsening insecurity for healthcare workers.

Healthcare unions in Ireland have held a meeting with Taoiseach Micheál Martin to discuss the impending termination of the 'special leave with pay' scheme for healthcare workers suffering from Long Covid.

EUFOR and the Armed Forces of Bosnia and Herzegovina, along with healthcare workers, conducted a joint medical evacuation exercise using EUFOR helicopters. The exercise involved teams from Banja Luka and Sarajevo, marking a significant step for BiH's medical readiness.

Afghanistan risks losing over 25,000 female teachers and healthcare workers by 2030.

Approximately 120 healthcare workers in Ireland who are unable to return to work due to Long Covid are set to lose their ordinary sick pay by June, leaving many dependent on a significantly lower illness benefit.

An outbreak of Norwegian scabies at Conxo Hospital in Santiago, Spain, has affected about twenty healthcare workers, prompting the activation of an epidemiological protocol, with a second outbreak also detected in a residence in Oleiros.

The renovation of the Santa Faz health center in Alicante, which began in 2022 with a projected 30-month duration, is experiencing significant delays, forcing patients to travel to the hospital and hindering healthcare workers.

Approximately 50 doctors and nurses in Finland are accused of illegally accessing patient information related to a botched surgery. Many of the accused deny wrongdoing, citing accidental clicks or mistakes.

A new survey reveals that doctors, nurses, and medical students in the Netherlands feel uncertain about providing palliative care, indicating shortcomings in their training.

Healthcare professionals from the Canton Sarajevo have been recognized among the best in the region at the 3rd Congress of Emergency Medicine and Immobilization held in Vodice, Croatia.

The Lebanese health ministry has accused Israel of escalating attacks on medics in Lebanon, citing the killing of 91 healthcare workers as evidence of a "total disregard" for international law.

A new report from the UK's Covid-19 inquiry is expected, as healthcare workers voice concerns that the NHS remains unprepared for a future pandemic.

Indonesia has commenced measles vaccination efforts specifically targeting healthcare workers as the country grapples with an ongoing outbreak of the disease.

Contract healthcare workers in Louga, Senegal, have commenced a 48-hour strike, citing a '4-year injustice'.

Delta State in Nigeria has raised doctors' pay by N200,000 to address a critical shortage of medical personnel, a problem exacerbated by migration of healthcare workers seeking better conditions abroad.

Healthcare workers and home care providers in Hungary were given the opportunity to try indoor skydiving at the Skyward wind tunnel, an experience usually reserved for skydivers.

Poland announced that minimum wages for public healthcare workers will increase starting July 1, 2026. The raises will significantly benefit specialist doctors, nurses, paramedics, physiotherapists, and some non-medical staff.

The hospital in Šumperk, Czech Republic, has launched a new information system for its medical and administrative staff, aiming to improve data sharing, streamline administration, and enhance cybersecurity.

A draft of Spain's new 'Manual of Good Practices for Euthanasia' mandates that healthcare professionals who object to euthanasia must register their stance, aiming to eliminate 'presumed objection' and give more weight to nursing staff.

Doctors and healthcare workers are raising concerns about serious physical and mental health risks for children living on the Silja asylum ship in Rotterdam, warning of potential lasting developmental harm from prolonged exposure to poor conditions.

A star from the series “The Pitt” has provided an exclusive explanation of how the show portrays the distinct realities and chaos experienced by healthcare workers during day versus night shifts.

A commentary emphasizes the critical need to invest in science, innovation, and equity within the health sector, advocating for broader discussions beyond traditional healthcare workers.

The British National Health Service (NHS) reportedly came close to collapse during the height of the coronavirus pandemic, with heroic efforts from healthcare staff preventing a worse outcome.

An emergency room-based TV series, drawing from accounts of healthcare workers, depicted the significant chaos caused by ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) operations in hospitals, with one creator noting the portrayal was still mild.

Chair Heather Hallett says pandemic had devastating impact due to NHS being in ‘parlous state’ at time The NHS “teetered on the brink of collapse” during the Covid pandemic, and only just coped…

38 healthcare workers killed in Israeli strikes on Lebanon since war start  Naharnet

Healthcare workers in Tuzla Canton, Bosnia and Herzegovina, will see their salaries increase by 130 KM to 450 KM after their union signed an agreement with the TK Government, aiming to prevent a threatened strike.

The Minister of Health, Labor, and Social Welfare of the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton, Milenko Bevanda, and the president of the Independent Union of Employees of the University Clinical Hospital Mostar, Ivica Anić, have...

About one-fifth of the UK’s National Health Service workforce was born abroad, but tighter entry requirements may change that. In the third of a four-part series on the global nursing shortage, CNA looks at how that has shaped overseas nurses’ lives.

“Protecting healthcare workers and preventing healthcare-associated transmission must remain a national priority,” the advisory stated. The post NCDC, NMA urge doctors to heighten vigilance amid…

After Zaim Begić, president of the Independent Professional Union of Healthcare Workers of FBiH – KO ZDK, issued a denial of the allegations about the position

Organisations should go in for company-approved apps and relevant security tools to address internal threats, says expert

An opinion piece from Finland highlights that insufficient language skills among healthcare workers are not a minor issue but a critical patient safety concern, shifting responsibility to already burdened staff.

Italian unions have called a national strike for private healthcare workers and care home staff, initially scheduled for April 17 and later updated to March 17, due to stalled contract renewal talks.

Karnataka's Health Minister has released a training manual designed to strengthen the capacity of healthcare workers in the state, with a particular emphasis on reducing excessive salt consumption.

Authorities in the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton, based in Mostar, ordered an end to the strike by healthcare workers, but unions refused to comply until their demands for higher wages are met.

Nigeria's NCDC has expressed concern over increasing Lassa Fever infections and deaths among healthcare workers across several states, including Ondo, Edo, and Bauchi.

The President of the Ghana Medical Association, Prof. Ernest Yorke, has urged caution against blaming doctors and nurses for the country's 'no bed syndrome' crisis, stating that the issue reflects deeper systemic failures, particularly in the context of the Charles Amissah death report.

Healthcare workers in Gaza are facing a serious challenge as skin conditions become widespread in refugee camps, particularly with the approach of summer and rising temperatures.

A new medical series titled 'The Pitt' is gaining attention for its portrayal of Filipino healthcare workers in hospitals, resonating with audiences by highlighting their significant roles.

An assault at KEM Hospital in Mumbai following a patient's death has raised concerns regarding the safety of healthcare workers.

Montenegro's Ministry of Health has condemned all forms of violence against healthcare workers, stating that physical and verbal attacks pose a serious challenge to the health system and require a decisive response from institutions.

The municipality of Pohořelice in the Brno region is commencing construction of 40 new municipal apartments intended for teachers, police officers, and healthcare workers.

The CEO of Kenyatta National Hospital has committed to delivering on promises made to nurses, offering renewed hope to the healthcare workers.

An Iranian Member of Parliament announced that over 8,000 healthcare workers are ready to provide voluntary services across the country.

Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Yahaya has approved the full implementation of the new national minimum wage for all local government and healthcare workers in the state. This move aims to improve the welfare of public sector employees.

Dozens of doctors and nurses from the Pohte wellbeing services county in Oulu, Finland, are suspected of mass extortion, with one patient reportedly being the target.

Norwegian Health Minister Jan Christian Vestre advocates for healthcare workers to be allowed to perform more tasks in hospitals, arguing that they have been overlooked and their skills underutilized.

According to the Lebanese Ministry of Health, 2,294 people have been killed, including women, children, and healthcare workers, as a result of the conflict with Israel.

Ghana's Health Ministry has launched a validation portal for the recruitment and posting of health professionals, prioritizing 2021 nurses and midwives. This initiative aims to streamline the hiring process for healthcare workers.

Nurses in New South Wales have won pay rises of up to 28 percent, bringing an end to a two-year industrial dispute. The agreement marks a significant victory for healthcare workers in the state.

Texas immigration officials have detained two Venezuelan doctors, including Rubeliz Bolívar who holds a work permit, within a week. Both healthcare workers were serving communities with limited access to medical care, raising concerns about immigration policies.

A group of healthcare workers, patients, and former patients in the Netherlands is suing the Dutch state over excessively long waiting lists for mental health care services.

Fresh data and new research from the Federal Reserve indicate that healthcare workers are significantly reshaping the US labor market, challenging the conventional wisdom of sluggish employment growth.

A former minister in Malaysia has proposed a targeted petrol subsidy of up to 300 litres for healthcare workers to support frontline efforts.

Starting July 1, 2026, Poland will implement new minimum wage increases for public healthcare workers, significantly benefiting specialist doctors, nurses, paramedics, physiotherapists, and some non-medical staff.

A WHO Europe study surveying over 90,000 healthcare professionals indicates that one in three doctors or nurses experience symptoms of depression, and one in ten report passive suicidal thoughts.

The Hradec Králové regional assembly has approved a strategy to build affordable housing for key professions such as healthcare workers, teachers, and social service employees. The initiative aims to retain essential workers by offering rental apartments.

Andrea Várkonyi is criticized for allegedly disrespecting Hungarian doctors, nurses, and healthcare workers, drawing comparisons to Marie Antoinette.

Healthcare workers in Abuja, Nigeria, are protesting controversial reform bills, warning that the proposed legislation could disrupt the balance within the health sector.

Healthcare providers in Havana are facing severe challenges in their work and personal lives due to dramatic fuel shortages in Cuba, a direct consequence of a US oil embargo imposed in January.

Delta State in Nigeria has approved the recruitment of over 700 medical and non-medical staff to enhance healthcare delivery and address workforce shortages, specifically to mitigate the effects of the ongoing migration of healthcare professionals, known as the “Japa syndrome.”

A Harvard-led study reveals that increased immigration, particularly of foreign-born healthcare workers, is associated with a significant drop in elderly mortality across US cities by boosting caregiving capacity.

A 24-hour nationwide healthcare strike, for the region, and a work stoppage from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

The United Nations has issued a warning that Israeli airstrikes targeting civilians, homes, and healthcare workers in Lebanon could constitute war crimes.

Healthcare trade unions in Poland have successfully secured pay raises for July after the Ministry of Health failed to reach an agreement with social partners, who had threatened protests.

Kangana Ranaut makes a powerful comeback in the impactful film 'Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata', which poignantly recounts the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks with a focus on the resilience of healthcare workers at Cama Hospital. As a fearless nurse in a time of chaos, her character embodies the spirit of bravery among those who served under pressure. Read on to know more in detail.

The Swedish government has announced that certain healthcare personnel will be exempt from the raised salary requirements for work permits, a move welcomed with some reservations by unions and municipalities.

The president of the Independent Professional Union of Healthcare Workers in FBiH - KO ZDK, Zaim Begić, issued a denial of statements made by Orhan Močević, president of the non-healthcare workers' union.

Healthcare workers in Portugal are on a 24-hour strike, called by the National Union of Public Service Workers (STTS), demanding career progression.

The Serbian Ministry of Defense has launched a competition to recruit 195 healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and technicians, for the Military Medical Academy (VMA) and other military hospitals.

(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 27 - Italian unions on Friday called national strike of private healthcare workers and care home staff on March 17 over bogged-down talks to renew the national contract. Despite a…

A ruling in Switzerland has recognized Long Covid as an occupational disease for nurses, acknowledging the risks faced by healthcare workers.

A Lassa Fever outbreak in Nigeria has a 22% fatality rate, exposing gaps in state-level response, with 15 healthcare workers also infected.

Recent data from the Ministry of Health reveals that the majority of doctors and nurses in the Czech Republic are not vaccinated against the flu. Epidemiologists warn that hospitals are a high-risk environment, a fact that has been underestimated for too long.

The Irish government is examining a new student loan scheme for healthcare students, which would include partial debt write-offs for those who remain working in Ireland after graduation.

Healthcare personnel at Karolinska University Hospital in Huddinge, Sweden, are protesting the deportation of patients, with one social worker expressing feelings of powerlessness over the situation.

Arab healthcare workers in Israel have reportedly faced loyalty tests, silencing, and persecution since October 7th.

Specialists are raising concerns that a significant portion, one-third, of healthcare professionals are exhibiting symptoms of depression.

Mareva Grabowski-Mitsotaki, wife of the Greek Prime Minister, shared a message praising the professionalism of public healthcare workers after her recent hospitalization in a public hospital.

New European research indicates that one in three healthcare workers across the continent, including Slovenian doctors and nurses, report symptoms of depression or anxiety, with young specialist doctors particularly affected.

A report highlights that Slovakia is losing young healthcare professionals, some experiencing burnout as early as 21, due to harsh hospital conditions, leading them to seek opportunities abroad.

A Eurofound study reveals significant differences in psychotherapy costs across Europe, with Romania and Germany being the most expensive, and France and Spain the most affordable, while healthcare workers experience the highest burnout.

The majority of assaults against health professionals and teachers in Portugal are reportedly archived, despite a law that aggravated penalties for such crimes. The Nurses' Association believes these aggressions are underreported.

A report details a neighborhood in San Jose de las Lajas, Cuba, specifically constructed to house healthcare workers returning from international government missions.

A new study highlights that most Israeli healthcare workers use WhatsApp for professional purposes, despite privacy concerns. The study suggests current guidelines lack practical alternatives to the app's convenience.

A call has been made to commence the construction of apartments specifically for healthcare workers. This initiative aims to provide much-needed housing for medical professionals.

A UK health minister has stated that while not desired, banning doctors from striking remains a possibility as the pay dispute with healthcare workers continues.

Healthcare workers in Sarajevo Canton are dissatisfied with the government's offer during negotiations for amendments to their collective agreement and have announced protests, with a general strike also possible.

The World Health Organization has condemned the killing of three healthcare workers in Ethiopia's Amhara region, while the Ethiopian Medical Association (AMA) has called for the release of other detained and abducted medical personnel.

The Director of the Health Insurance Fund (FZO) in North Macedonia, Klemenski, highlighted the fund's crucial mission to be a stable financial pillar of the healthcare system, expressing gratitude to healthcare workers on World Health Day.

According to a new CDC report, less than half of healthcare workers in the United States have received an updated COVID-19 vaccine, highlighting challenges in vaccine adoption within the sector.

Amid a measles outbreak, leave for doctors and healthcare workers across Bangladesh has been cancelled to ensure adequate medical response.

A study by the City of Helsinki reveals that one in five social and healthcare workers in the city are of foreign background, with those speaking European languages more likely to reach management positions than, for example, Somali speakers.

Poland has announced that minimum wages for employees in public healthcare facilities will increase starting July 1, 2026. The highest minimum salary will reach 12,910.16 PLN gross, while the lowest will be 5,787.31 PLN, guaranteed by statutory valorization.

A hospital in Benešov, Czech Republic, has expanded its children's group services to encourage healthcare workers to return from maternity leave and to attract new employees.

Over 1,100 healthcare professionals from across Europe are urging MEPs to reject proposed measures aimed at increasing deportations, stating they refuse to be instruments in such plans and fear a 'climate of fear' could deter people from seeking care.

The Iranian health ministry reported that 23 Iranian healthcare workers have been killed and 112 injured, with hundreds of medical facilities damaged, since the onset of US-Israeli strikes.

Cybercriminals are deploying fraudulent DocuSign emails to steal login credentials, specifically targeting healthcare workers and urging them to verify unexpected document requests.

Health Minister Irena Hrstić commented on MP Kekin's statements, accusing her of causing public unrest, while also addressing an upcoming protest by healthcare workers, the coalition's status, and the opposition's demand for a vote of no confidence.

As soon as healthcare workers in one canton fight for their rights, those in another find themselves in trouble. And so it goes in circles, for years. Currently, as

The U.N. human rights office has expressed concern that Israeli airstrikes targeting residential buildings, displaced people, and healthcare workers in Lebanon may violate international law and could constitute war crimes.

According to the report, the infections occurred as the country continues to battle the viral haemorrhagic disease across several states. The post Six health workers contract Lassa fever in one week…

(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 12 - The health ministry said Thursday that there were 18,000 attacks on healthcare workers and healthcare social workers in Italy in 2025. It said the number of victims of the…

Healthcare workers in the Tuzla Canton have been divided for a long time, functioning in two unions, one of which has agreed to the cantonal government's offer regarding salary increases, while the other...

The Swedish government has announced that certain healthcare personnel will be exempt from the higher income requirement for obtaining work permits, a decision met with some hesitation.

Nama Charity undertook an initiative to distribute iftar meals to the medical staff at Mubarak Hospital in Kuwait, supporting healthcare workers during Ramadan.

Two cases of the deadly Nipah virus emerged among healthcare workers in West Bengal, India, in January, alongside other health scares like mpox, underscoring Asia's urgent need for stronger disease surveillance systems.

The Polish Ministry of Health is considering postponing the planned minimum wage increase for healthcare workers, specifically psychologists, which was set to take effect on July 1, 2026, sparking controversy.

Healthcare workers from Zimbabwe, who paid thousands for jobs in Ireland that never materialized, leaving them in poverty, have won orders for a full year's wages each.

Police in Umag, Croatia, concluded an investigation into a 44-year-old Slovenian citizen suspected of assaulting healthcare workers after being found intoxicated on a road in Istria.

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