The Bulgarian Ministry of Health's inspection found numerous omissions and irregularities within the "Medical Supervision" agency under its previous leadership.

Municipalities on Greek islands, supported by the Ministry of Health, are introducing various financial and material incentives, including free accommodation and bonuses, to attract doctors to their health facilities.

The Slovak Ministry of Health is proposing new legislation to expand the list of controlled psychotropic substances, with the changes expected to take effect on November 1st.

Luxembourg's Ministry of Health has announced an expansion of its free HPV catch-up vaccination program, now offering the vaccine to individuals up to 26 years old for a limited period. This initiative aims to bolster public health efforts against the human papillomavirus.

The "Erifyli" Patients' Association, representing gynecological cancer patients, has appealed to the Greek Ministry of Health, expressing serious concerns regarding a ministerial decision on ovarian cancer treatment methodology, implementation, and compensation.

The Italian Ministry of Health has issued an alert warning the public not to click on or respond to false emails impersonating the ministry, as they are attempts at fraud seeking personal data.

The Polish Ministry of Health has confirmed that it is not preparing any amendments to the regulations concerning days off for blood donation, refuting earlier media reports about potential changes on May 1st.

An association representing importers of unregistered medicines in Bulgaria has accused the Ministry of Health of making false insinuations regarding price discrepancies for medications used to treat rare diseases.

The Croatian Ministry of Health has announced a tender for the production and post-production of eight episodes of a video podcast titled 'Bez filtera o zdravlju' (Without Filters on Health).

On Thursday, a drunk man caused a conflict in the Ministry of Health in Vilnius, Lithuania.

Kuwait's Ministry of Health has specified the mandatory vaccinations required for pilgrims undertaking the Hajj journey.

The humanitarian medical organization Médecins Sans Frontières, in collaboration with the Borno State Ministry of Health, has completed a large-scale vaccination campaign against diphtheria, targeting children under 14 years in Maiduguri Metropolitan Council.

The Latvian Ministry of Health has announced that Type 1 diabetes patients and their needs will be a priority in the upcoming year's state budget, a promise made to patients and parliament members.

Following a ballistic missile strike on a civilian object in Dnipro, Ukraine, the Lithuanian Ministry of Health confirmed that all Lithuanian medics on traineeship in the city are safe.

Japan has reported over 200 measles infections this year, marking the fastest increase since 2020, prompting the Ministry of Health to urge vaccinations.

Morocco's Ministry of Health and Social Protection has introduced 'Chikaya Santé,' a new digital platform designed to enhance the handling of patient complaints and improve healthcare service quality.

The Ministry of Health in Ghana has invited King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II to the launch of its Free Primary Healthcare Initiative. This move signifies the ministry's effort to garner traditional leadership support for the nationwide healthcare rollout.

Two men successfully received kidney transplants in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, from a 68-year-old female donor who had been declared brain-dead. The Ministry of Health and the Executive Agency for Transplantation were involved in the procedure.

The Polish Ministry of Health has decided to withdraw its proposal to expand the scope of preventive health care in schools to include medical caregivers. This marks a significant change from the initial plan.

Ghana's Ministry of Health has met with the Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, to formally invite him to the upcoming launch of the government's flagship Free Primary Healthcare initiative.

Ten Local Health Units (ULS) and two oncology institutes in Portugal have reportedly run out of funds, a situation the Ministry of Health describes as normal at the start of a new budget year.

The Croatian government has appointed Renato Mittermayer as State Secretary in the Ministry of Health and proposed other appointments in state-owned companies.

Bulgaria's Ministry of Health has finalized the first comprehensive ordinance for remote medical assistance, aiming to establish clear rules for diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and monitoring.

The Ministry of Health is terminating a public tender for mosquito control due to significant violations. This was understood from a statement by the department to the media.

The Clinical Center of Vojvodina has successfully collected nearly 23 million dinars from the Ministry of Health for emergency medical services provided to uninsured individuals, a recovery facilitated by an audit conducted by the State Audit Institution.

The Ministry of Health provides clarifications on the change in the referral system to a specialist doctor after the amendment was passed.

On World Health Day, the Portuguese Ministry of Health honored 27 individuals and institutions, including private health groups for the first time, with gold medals.

Japan has reported 197 measles infections this year, marking the fastest increase since 2020, prompting the Ministry of Health to urge childhood vaccinations.

In March, Ukraine received shipments of medical humanitarian aid from partners with a total value of about UAH 31 million.

The Bulgarian Ministry of Health has raised concerns regarding the public procurement process for the design and author supervision of a new children's hospital. The ministry has requested detailed information and justification from the "Health Investment Company for Children's Hospital" concerning the announced tender.

Health and sanitary inspections by the Ministry of Health in 2025 significantly intensified oversight of healthcare institutions, drug, food, and medical device traffic, revealing thousands of irregularities and imposing fines exceeding 1.6 million euros.

The Bulgarian Ministry of Health has advised against travel to areas affected by measles, which include five regions: Vratsa, Lovech, Pleven, Sofia-city, and another unnamed region.

Ghana's Ministry of Health is set to commence a nationwide recruitment drive for health professionals starting from April 16.

Kenya's Ministry of Health has issued a safety alert for citizens traveling during the Easter holiday period, advising precautions.

Lithuania has implemented a simpler procedure for including medicines in reimbursement lists, a move by the Ministry of Health aimed at accelerating patient access to generic and similar biological drugs.

The Ministry of Health in Ghana has enhanced cardiovascular care nationwide by introducing new clinical guidelines and distributing medical equipment valued at over GH¢6 million.

Japan's effective job openings-to-applicants ratio increased to 1.19 in February, up 0.01 points from the previous month, with the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare noting persistent labor shortages.

The Serbian Ministry of Health has not accepted any of the proposals put forth by over 20 civil society organizations, including patient associations, aimed at improving the country's transplant system.

A fire incident occurred at a health store in Ebonyi State, Nigeria, destroying immunisation and other facilities, as confirmed by the state's commissioner for health.

Reports in North Macedonia highlight public health doctors also working in private facilities, with one doctor reportedly earning a significant sum in a month, prompting the Ministry of Health to address the issue.

Uganda's Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) and the Ministry of Health have launched a comprehensive five-year strategy aimed at combating cancer within the country.

The ADHD Association Cyprus, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, announced that ADHD affects approximately 7% of children and 3% of adults in Cyprus, launching a campaign to encourage open discussion about the neurodevelopmental disorder.

The Slovak Ministry of Health is finalizing a new drug policy agreement, expected to be reached on Thursday, which aims to accelerate the introduction of innovative medicines and improve their availability for children and seriously ill patients.

The Slovak Ministry of Health is temporarily exempt from paying over one million euros to Union after a regional court overturned a default judgment, citing incorrect electronic communication by the first-instance court.

The Polish Ministry of Health is considering new maternity care initiatives, including the establishment of birth houses run by midwives and promoting home births, as alternatives to closing maternity wards.

Romania continues its struggle against measles, identified as Europe's hotspot due to low vaccination rates, prompting a new information campaign by the Ministry of Health to boost immunization.

Montenegro's Ministry of Health announced that 61 doctors are currently undergoing professional training, highlighting efforts to strengthen medical staff capacity and ensure continuity in the profession.

A new section has been founded within the Ministry of Health, indicating an administrative restructuring or expansion of focus.

Small traders in North Macedonia are advocating for their concerns to be included in the new anti-smoking law, despite the Ministry of Health claiming prior consultations with all stakeholders.

Malaysia's Ministry of Health (MOH) is currently evaluating a proposal to allocate RM485,000 for the upgrade of the National Clinical Integrated Trauma Training Facility in Sungai Buloh, a century-old institution.

The Polish Ministry of Health is developing a new model for its network of obstetrics and gynecology departments, outlining specific criteria for facilities, including an optimal average of 700 births annually.

A SYRIZA sector head has submitted a report urging the Ministry of Health to take immediate steps and provide concrete answers regarding the severe understaffing at the Multipurpose Regional Clinic.

The Ministry of Health has acknowledged that the growing refusal of doctors to accept postings to deprived areas in Ghana has become a serious concern, particularly in regions like Upper West and…

The Swedish Ministry of Health and Social Affairs last week retracted a memorandum concerning child and youth care in Sweden, after it was discovered to contain fabricated studies.

The Ministry of Health has received the investigative report into the alleged “medical kalabule” scandal involving the Greater Accra Regional Hospital and the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital.

The Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that two Israeli strikes in the center of Beirut in the early morning hours caused the death of at least six people and the injury of 24 others, with...

Israel's Ministry of Health announced that 70 people were hospitalized in the last 24 hours due to injuries sustained in the conflict with Iran and Hezbollah, bringing the total to 3,530 since the war began.

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.

The Ministry of Health has announced that it has secured financial clearance from the Ministry of Finance to pay allowances and salaries for 14,279 rotation nurses and midwives, as well as 637…

This week, the Ministry of Health's e-consultation on the immunization implementation program concluded.

The Icelandic Competition Authority (SKE) welcomes the Ministry of Health's planned changes to equalize the competitive position of private health clinics against public ones.

A delegation from the Federal Ministry of Health, has inspected the Central Hospital, Kwale, Delta State, as part of steps toward converting the facility into a teaching hospital for the Federal University of Health and Medical Sciences, Kwale. The delegation, led by the Director of Hospital Services, Dr. Abisola Adegoke, conducted the visit to assess […] The post FG team inspects Kwale hospital for upgrade appeared first on Vanguard News.

Patients with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) are disappointed after the Ministry of Health announced the April reimbursement list. They were hoping for an increased dose of the drug used for their disease.

The development was announced in a statement issued on Wednesday by the National AIDS, Viral Hepatitis and STIs Control Programme (NASCP) under the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare. The…

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SYRIZA-PS is demanding immediate explanations from the Ministry of Health and the Maximos Mansion regarding the UNICEF case. The opposition party states that while the full amount has been disbursed, there is no evidence of where the money went.

The High Court has ordered the Madrid regional government, led by Isabel Díaz Ayuso, to immediately process the creation of a registry for abortion objectors, as requested by the Ministry of Health.

Measles (MRPV) vaccine coverage in North Macedonia fell to just 63% last year, increasing the risk of epidemics. Meanwhile, neighboring Bulgaria's Ministry of Health reported 101 measles cases, with 89% of those affected being children.

Albania's Ministry of Health and Social Protection has responded to recent claims regarding the functioning of the University Trauma Hospital, assuring citizens that services have not been interrupted. An official clarification emphasizes that reconstruction efforts are underway.

Ghana's Ministry of Health has partnered with a Belgian team to strengthen medical waste management in the country's health sector, starting with an assessment visit to the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital.

The Ministry of Health in Malaysia has mobilized medical and psychosocial teams to provide support to approximately 9,000 victims affected by a fire in Sandakan.

Former President Mahama has applauded the progress made on the Tamale Teaching Hospital's Cardiology Centre as it nears completion. He also directed the Ministry of Health to establish a new cancer treatment center in Tamale.

The Ministry of Health has approved a special allocation of RM1.8 million for the Batu Pahat hospital to upgrade its patient services.

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.

The Malaysian Ministry of Health has announced a special allocation of RM3.421 million aimed at upgrading and improving clinics in Batu Pahat.

Poland's Ministry of Health is facing scrutiny over the closure of several maternity wards and is considering new pricing for medical procedures like childbirth and polyp removal, sparking debate among hospital directors.

Ghana's Auditor-General has called on the Ministry of Health and Teaching Hospitals to resolve challenges with medical equipment, noting that the inability to address equipment gaps leads to overdependency and affects continuous functioning.

Albania's Ministry of Health officially stated that Lushnja Hospital is functioning normally with no material shortages. This contradicts a critic who claimed patients are forced to buy missing medications due to their unavailability at the hospital.

Poland's e-Health Center has canceled a 70 million PLN tender for data warehouse expansion, citing the reallocation of National Recovery Plan funds to other projects by the Ministry of Health.

Ostrava University Hospital has been designated a specialized center for endometriosis treatment, becoming one of eight healthcare facilities in the Czech Republic to receive certification from the Ministry of Health, establishing a new network of endocenters.

Documents obtained by Digi24 reveal that the Romanian Ministry of Health was aware of key decisions regarding the Pfizer contract in 2023 and attempted to shift responsibility.

Malaysia's Ministry of Health has confirmed that the country's medicine supply is expected to remain stable, urging the public to avoid hoarding essential medications.

DIAGEO has launched the Smashed program in collaboration with the Greek Ministry of Health to combat underage alcohol consumption, addressing it as a key public health priority.

Ghana's Ministry of Health has announced its readiness to implement the government's nationwide Free Primary Healthcare programme, aiming to enhance access to essential health services and achieve universal health coverage.

A new fundraising bill from the Greek Ministry of Health, aimed at establishing a Drug Innovation Fund, has been released for electronic public consultation.

Around 50 people gathered in front of the Ministry of Health in Portugal to protest for the continued operation of gynecology and obstetrics emergency services.

Lithuanian family doctors are proposing a new policy that would legally allow polyclinics to terminate service agreements with aggressive patients, though the Ministry of Health is hesitant due to potential risks.

Following pilot audits that uncovered deficiencies in state hospitals, the Slovak Ministry of Health is implementing eight key measures to enhance efficiency, performance, and financial control.

A draft law proposed by the Ministry of Health, aiming to liberalize assisted reproduction services and ensure equal opportunities for single women and unmarried couples to have children, has passed its first vote in the Seimas.

The Athens Medical Association (ISA) has expressed strong concerns to the Ministry of Health regarding a proposed amendment affecting the personal doctor institution and access to specialist physicians.

Poland's Ministry of Health has signed an agreement to develop 19 therapeutic pathways for patients with hematological diseases, marking the first step towards a National Hematology Network.

The multidisciplinary hospital for active treatment "St. Anna" in Varna is accumulating debts without a clear recovery plan. This is reported on its website by the Ministry of Health (MH).

Socialist deputies from Porto are demanding answers from the Ministry of Health regarding an alleged 12 million euro debt owed to a local hospital, warning that delays compromise trust in the national health service.

The Ministry of Health of Montenegro, in collaboration with the Institute for Public Health, successfully completed a three-day basic colposcopy training course for primary healthcare gynecologists. The program ran from April 1 to 3.

Montenegro marked World Health Day with officials, including the President of the Capital City Assembly, emphasizing the importance of health preservation and the right to health, alongside statements from the Ministry of Health.

The Malaysian Ministry of Health has clarified that contract pharmacists will face a five-year cap on their contracts, with permanent posts being conditional.

Bulgaria's Ministry of Health is initiating a National Program to ensure widespread access to naloxone, a life-saving antidote. The program aims to make naloxone available in emergency medical centers, with the Ministry of Interior, and in prisons.

Morocco's Ministry of Health and Social Protection announced the completion of a nationwide program to rehabilitate 1,400 primary healthcare facilities, marking one of the country's largest overhauls of frontline health services in recent years.

Ghana's Ministry of Health is preparing for the nationwide launch of its Free Primary Health Care Programme on April 15, which includes the distribution of over 24,500 pieces of medical equipment to facilities across the country.

Starting November 1, Lithuanian parents will face new regulations regarding children's dental health certificates, which will now be valid for only six months if initial examinations reveal any issues. The Ministry of Health issued the order to change the current system.

Malaysia's Ministry of Health has prohibited the sale of two cosmetic products, Glowing Nit..., after finding them to contain mercury and other harmful substances.

Bulgaria's Ministry of Health has proposed establishing a specialized fund to finance activities for the prevention and treatment of gambling addiction, with approximately 50,000 people in the country acknowledging their addiction.

Montenegro is experiencing shortages of therapy supplies and lacks commodity reserves, with the Ministry of Health stating that the adoption of a law on commodity reserves is a prerequisite to address the issue.

Ghana's Ministry of Health has launched a corporate governance and capacity-building workshop to enhance leadership, accountability, and training standards across its Health Training Institutions.

Malaysia's Ministry of Health has issued guidelines to mitigate health risks from the ongoing heatwave, which has also forced 206 schools in Kedah to switch to home-based learning.

Malaysia's Ministry of Health is reintroducing its Hospital Services Outsourcing Programme to address MRI congestion at Hospital Kuala Lumpur (HKL).

An Icelandic Member of Parliament expressed dismay over the breakdown of negotiations between the Ministry of Health and Klíníkin, urging the Health Minister to address the situation.

The Lithuanian Ministry of Health announced that 12 new drugs for various forms of cancer will be compensated from the Compulsory Health Insurance Fund budget starting in April.

The Polish Ministry of Health plans to implement new regulations allowing patients to be discharged from the hospital on the same day, aiming to increase the availability of medical treatment.

Following pressure from autonomous communities, the Spanish Ministry of Health has added the ongoing doctors' strike to the agenda for Friday's Interterritorial Council meeting.

Spain's Ministry of Health will implement new legislation in July to combat professional intrusion in aesthetic clinics, requiring only qualified specialists to perform procedures in accredited centers due to safety concerns over unqualified interventions.

Poland's Ministry of Health has submitted a bill to the Sejm proposing a ban on disposable e-cigarettes and nicotine sachets, with economic organizations calling for broader parliamentary discussion.

A 37-year-old man from Valjevo, Slobodan Selaković, died after undergoing a dental procedure in Belgrade where five teeth were extracted and implants were placed, but he did not wake up from anesthesia. A health inspection has been launched by the Ministry of Health.

Malaysia's Ministry of Health (MOH) has confirmed that civil servants were caught smoking at an eatery in Rawang, resulting in compounds being imposed.

Poland's Ministry of Health has published a new list of reimbursed drugs, effective April 1, 2026. The changes primarily concern oncology therapies.

Iran's Ministry of Health announced that over 1,500 people have been killed and at least 21,000 injured or disabled since the war began three weeks ago, with at least 200 of the deceased being under 18 years old.

Vietnam has successfully carried out its first domino multi-organ transplant, the Department of Medical Service Administration under the Ministry of Health and Viet Duc University Hospital announced…

The Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that the death toll in Lebanon has surpassed 1000, stemming from the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah which reignited in early March.

Progressive Slovakia is raising an alarm about the risk of unfinished hospitals in Martin, Banská Bystrica, and Prešov. They are demanding a clear financing plan for their completion from the Ministry of Health.

The mother of four-year-old Ema, who died on February 4th in the Čačak General Hospital after tonsil surgery, Sanja Marković, told FoNet today that she does not believe the Ministry's statements...

Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare has declared the practice of appointing individuals as corporate executives without actual work to lower social insurance premiums as illegal, notifying the Japan Pension Service to strictly enforce rules.

The Ministry of Health has received the findings of an investigative committee set up to probe allegations of “medical kalabule” involving the Greater Accra Regional Hospital and the Korle Bu…

The death toll from Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon has reached 886. According to the ANHA agency, this was stated in a statement by the Lebanese Ministry of Health.

Madrid doctors have marched from the Congress of Deputies to the door of the Ministry of Health.

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According to the Lebanese Ministry of Health, Israeli attacks have resulted in the deaths of over 100 children in Lebanon during the month of March.

The Ministry of Health has inherited two scandalously delayed projects from its predecessors, announced the Minister of Health, Assoc. Prof. Mihail Okoliyski, at his first press conference.

Kljajević stated that Prime Minister Spajić demonstrated a lack of commitment to reform by dismissing State Secretary Perišić, noting that administrative maneuvers and changes in systematization were used to reduce the number of state secretaries in the Ministry of Health under a false pretense of rationalization.

The Ministry of Health has suspended Fredrick Anaba, Principal of the College of Nursing, Nkanchina, over alleged over-admission of students and the introduction of unapproved academic programmes.

At least eight people were killed in Israeli strikes in eastern Lebanon, specifically in the Baalbek area, according to the Lebanese Ministry of Health.

Minister of Health Zlatibor Lončar attended the start of operation of the new angio suite at Leskovac General Hospital today, for which the Ministry of Health allocated nearly 100 million dinars, and emphasized its importance...

Palliative care teams have sent a letter to the Ministry of Health, the Prime Minister, and the Director of the SNS, revealing an extreme shortage of resources and lack of investment in the area.

The Ministry of Health's Emergency Health Situations Center informs residents in 17 municipalities within 100 km of the Astravets Nuclear Power Plant that new and renewed potassium iodide prescriptions are being issued, urging them to pick them up.

Following a fatal fire at a sauna in Akasaka, Tokyo, last year that killed a couple, Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare has issued a nationwide directive to prefectures to ensure sauna facilities have adequate safety measures, including means for users to contact staff during emergencies.

North Macedonia's Ministry of Health announced that patients with rare diseases are continuously receiving their necessary therapy. The new Law on Medicines aims to modernize the system, speed up drug approval and registration procedures, and establish a supply monitoring system.

Mental Health Centers in Poland now cover half the population, but the system is not fully functional, with the Ministry of Health yet to present the final model despite earlier promises.

Adonis Georgiadis has announced his intention to file a lawsuit and complaint against independent MP Marios Salmas, following Salmas's statements on Crete TV suggesting that European Prosecutor's office indictments are expected regarding the Ministry of Health.

The Sokoto State Ministry of Health and Primary Healthcare Development Agency in Nigeria have partnered with UNICEF Sokoto Field Office to combat child malnutrition, officially handing over critical nutrition commodities.

The Ministry of Health in Gaza announced that over 72,000 Palestinians have been killed and more than 172,000 injured since the start of the Israeli aggression on October 7, 2023.

The Ministry of Health has suspended a clinical study involving psychiatric patients at a facility in Kovin.

The body of Lyudmila Vartik is being exhumed for additional forensic examination, as new details emerge including claims that the victim's clothing was not seized by police and has since been destroyed, and the Ministry of Health's refusal to cooperate.

Montenegro's Ministry of Health has declared vaccination mandatory for children attending kindergarten, stating there is no basis for the Constitutional Court to accept an initiative against it.

The Ministry of Health (MOH) has announced plans to implement a new prescription format starting in 2027. This updated format will include more comprehensive patient and drug details.

The Latvian Ministry of Health is forming a working group to determine by June the extent to which the state can expand compensation for insulin pumps and glucose sensors for type 1 diabetes patients.

District hospitals across Poland are set to begin a week-long strike organized by the National Union of District Hospital Employers, with local protests planned instead of a single demonstration in front of the Ministry of Health.

A private oncology clinic in Kaunas, Lithuania, has sued the Ministry of Health after being denied funding, despite long waiting lists for cancer patients and the clinic's offer to help.

Bulgarian hospitals are being investigated after the National Health Insurance Fund reportedly paid significantly more for the same expensive medicines last year, according to an analysis by the Ministry of Health.

The Lithuanian Ministry of Health (SAM) announced that assisted reproduction services will continue to be provided under the currently valid, old regulations until a new draft law on assisted reproduction is adopted by the Seimas.

A widely used ingredient in dietary supplements has been banned in Poland by the Ministry of Health due to safety concerns and potential toxicity to the liver. New regulations regarding this substance are now in effect.

Ulrike Königsberger-Ludwig, State Secretary in the Ministry of Health, is reportedly planning to challenge incumbent Sven Hergovich for the leadership of the Social Democratic Party (SPÖ) in Lower Austria at the party conference on May 30.

The Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that more than 2,000 people, including 165 children and 248 women, have died as a result of Israeli attacks in Lebanon.

Lithuania's Ministry of Health reports that over 6,100 individuals under 18 received psychological well-being and mental health support services in schools last year.

Russia's Ministry of Health is reportedly advising that women not planning pregnancy be referred to doctors for therapy, as part of an increasingly aggressive national effort to encourage them to have children and boost birth rates.

The Dutch Ministry of Health aims to implement stricter standards for asbestos levels in play sand. This initiative follows an investigation by the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment.

Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare will collaborate with the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry to ensure the procurement of medical supplies during disasters, utilizing an online system to share information on medical institutions, amidst concerns over the situation in Iran.

Ghana's Ministry of Health has collaborated with private sector entities and development organizations to enhance public education on proper healthcare-seeking behavior and the safe use of medicines.

The Lithuanian Cabinet of Ministers approved the Ministry of Health's proposal to transfer medical equipment worth over 5.7 million euros to four national healthcare institutions.

Slovenia is focusing on timely prevention and reliable information for World Health Day 2026, while Ghana's Ministry of Health has also launched the event, urging science-driven decision-making and stronger cross-sector collaboration.

The Greek Ministry of Health has submitted an amendment to Parliament aimed at facilitating patient access to specialist doctors, building on the existing framework for the personal doctor system.

The Polish Ministry of Health has reportedly withdrawn its plans to expand the list of professionals authorized to provide preventive healthcare to students by including medical caregivers.

Montenegro's Ministry of Health marked World Health Day by highlighting health as one of society's most important values and a fundamental right and shared responsibility.

According to the Lebanese Ministry of Health, the death toll in Lebanon has reached 1497 people since March 2. This indicates an ongoing crisis in the country.

Kuwait's Ministry of Health has reported an immediate and effective response to an incident that resulted in a limited number of injuries, confirming that all affected individuals are currently in stable condition. The nature of the incident was not specified.

The Latvian Ministry of Health has been tasked with preparing proposals to expand state funding for modern glucose monitoring devices for type 1 diabetes patients, including adults.

Bulgaria's Ministry of Health is proposing to provide free flu vaccines for children aged 6 months to 7 years, and for chronically ill children up to 17 years old. The vaccines would be administered voluntarily by parents.

Ghana's Ministry of Health has announced a nationwide recruitment exercise for health professionals, scheduled to commence on April 16, 2026, following government financial clearance.

The first human case of the H9N2 avian flu virus in Europe was reported in Italy on March 25, 2026, according to the country's Ministry of Health, though experts currently see no reason for widespread concern.

Turkey's Ministry of Health has screened 3.1 million children nationwide for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as part of its ongoing screening and follow-up program.

Türkiye's Ministry of Family and Social Services and the Ministry of Health have signed a cooperation protocol to integrate preventive health services with social service delivery across the country.

Kazakhstan plans to increase the average life expectancy to 77 years by 2029, as outlined in a new Healthcare Development Concept prepared by the Ministry of Health.

Poland's Ministry of Health has announced a new list of reimbursed drugs, set to take effect on April 1, 2026. The updated list will include 16 new therapies, primarily focusing on oncology treatments.

Spain's Ministry of Health and autonomous communities have agreed to seek an independent mediator to address the ongoing doctors' strike concerning the Framework Statute.

Patients in Romania could soon benefit from teleradiology services, allowing for the remote interpretation of medical imaging such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs, according to a project put up for public debate by the Ministry of Health.

Celltrion announced it has received product approval from the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare for Omlyclo and Eydenzelt, two biosimilars for allergic and ophthalmic diseases, respectively.

The Greek Ministry of Health, with Minister Adonis Georgiadis and Deputy Minister Eirini Agapidaki, presented a national action plan for health promotion and the prevention of mental health difficulties in children and families, in collaboration with UNICEF.

The Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation has initiated discussions with Ghana's Ministry of Health to revive the country's long-standing health sector devolution agenda.

Morocco's Ministry of Health and Social Protection reported that 53% of new tuberculosis cases recorded in 2025 involve forms of the disease affecting parts of the body other than the lungs.

The Slovak Ministry of Health is appealing for increased prevention against cancers caused by the HPV virus, highlighting that HPV causes various types of cancer in both men and women and that the number of cases among young people is on the rise.

Spain's Autonomous Communities (CCAA) have collectively urged the Ministry of Health to immediately address the ongoing doctors' strike in the Interterritorial Council this week, calling for an urgent and joint review.

The Austrian Ministry of Health and Social Affairs is creating a new digitalization section, with Chief Medical Officer Katharina Reich continuing as section head for 'Public Health'.

Malaysia's Ministry of Health has confirmed that the country's supply of medicines remains stable, despite the ongoing conflict in West Asia.

The Polish Ministry of Health proposed delaying the valorization of medical salaries to January 2027, but no agreement was reached during a recent meeting. The discussion also covered new minimum salaries for doctors and nurses set for 2026.

The Iranian Ministry of Health has reported that over 1,500 people have been killed and at least 21,000 injured or maimed since the war began three weeks ago. Among the dead, at least 200 were under the age of eighteen.

Kenya's Ministry of Health has implemented a new referral policy aimed at streamlining patient flow and reducing congestion in hospitals across the country.

The Russian Ministry of Health has approved new guidelines for conducting women's reproductive health examinations, introducing an additional duty for doctors - to determine how many children the woman wants.

The Ministry of Health has begun implementing measures to address the shortage of medical doctors in the Ahafo Region, aiming to improve healthcare delivery across hospitals and health facilities.

The Ministry of Health of Sarajevo Canton is continuously working on improving the health system with a clear goal - to provide faster, more equitable access to health services for every patient.

According to the National Public Health Center under the Ministry of Health (NVSC), in Lithuania, during the 11th week of the year (March 9-15), the overall incidence of flu, acute upper respiratory...

New data from the Ministry of Health estimates 185,000 New Zealanders experienced Long Covid symptoms in the 12 months ending July last year.

The numbers from B.C.’s Ministry of Health show 89 doctors, 45 nurse practitioners, 260 nurses and 23 allied health professionals from the U.S.

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At least 12 medical workers, including doctors and nurses, were killed in an Israeli airstrike on a health center in southern Lebanon, according to the Lebanese Ministry of Health.

According to the Ministry of Health, the renovation of terraces in the pavilions of the Special Hospital Brezovik was completed with a total value of 147,000 euros and is part of continuous investment...

Malaysia's Ministry of Health (KKM) has warned the public to stay away from the "six-second sleep" trend spreading on TikTok, saying the viral practice can cause stroke, permanent brain damage, and death.

The reinforcement of the National Health System (ESY) with personnel is a top priority of the political leadership of the Ministry of Health, stressed the Deputy Minister of Health Marios Themisto­k­leous.

According to the statement, the intervention was announced during a visit by Ms Fasawe to the hospital on Sunday, which it said is in line with the policy of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social…

Lebanon's Ministry of Health reported that seven people were killed in the early hours of the morning by a new Israeli bombing on a Beirut beach, just hours after another attack in the capital's center.

The Ministry of Health announced that 16 new therapies, including 14 oncological ones, will be refunded starting in April, with five of them specifically for lung cancer treatment. This comes amidst a observed increase in lung cancer incidence and mortality.

Reports of measles infections are increasing in various regions, including Tokyo and Aichi, with 87 cases reported so far this year, a significant increase compared to the same period last year. Many cases are believed to be imported infections, and the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare has issued a notice to prefectures urging caution.