Surge in public finances and election prospects mean pressure is on for a giveaway budget Spending by Mr Donnelly’s department is already €1bn ahead of where it should be after the first half of the year.Mr Donohoe said he has met on a number of occasions with Mr Donnelly, and they are close to finalising … Read more
The Hellenic Healthcare Group (HHG), owner and operator of nine leading private hospitals in Greece and Cyprus, has added the American Medical Center and the American Heart Institute in Nicosia to its portfolio of healthcare facilities and services. The value of the deal and the size of the equity stake were not disclosed. The AMC, … Read more
Just 39 miles on the clock, trashed cars remain in limbo Eight-year-old Dickran Ouzounian treasured visiting his father Stefan’s garage, located a few metres from the bustling Ledra street, to admire the latest Toyota cars.He was fascinated by the brand-new, gleaming Corollas, Coronas, Crowns and Celicas. Now, 50 years later, as the CEO of the … Read more
Strike action at state hospitals in Cyprus looms as doctors’ unions prepare to announce their next steps on Monday, raising concerns about potential disruptions to healthcare services. The Pancyprian Association of Government Doctors (PASYKI) and the Union of Cyprus Public Employees (PASYDY) are set to meet on Monday to finalise joint measures, including the timing … Read more
Tensions have arisen over planned construction works at Makarios children’s hospital, with concerns raised by parents, doctors, and the Cyprus Paediatric Society about potential negative health consequences for patients, especially immunocompromised children in the oncology clinic. The State Health Services (Okypy) has faced criticism for not adequately informing stakeholders about measures to prevent such consequences, but has stated that decisions made by an interdisciplinary committee will ensure the safety of patients and staff during construction.
Residents in mountain communities are concerned about the lack of paediatric care at Troodos Hospital, as the only remaining paediatrician retired, leaving around 300 children without medical coverage. The residents have urged the State Health Services Organisation to take immediate action to fill the vacant position to ensure proper medical care for the children. SHSO has assured that they are working on replacing the retired paediatrician at the hospital.
The Ministry of Health is warning citizens to take protective measures as temperatures are predicted to soar throughout the week. Vulnerable groups, such as the elderly, infants, and chronic patients, should take extra precautions. State hospitals are on alert and prepared to receive any citizens experiencing problems due to the heat, with temperatures expected to exceed 40 degrees Celsius in the coming days.
The European Union prioritizes gender equality, with the principle of equal pay for men and women established in 1957. Despite progress, inequalities persist, such as the 13% gender pay gap in 2021. Women are underrepresented in decision-making roles, particularly in the European Parliament. Violence against women is a serious issue, with one in three women experiencing physical or sexual violence. The EU has taken steps to address gender disparities, including mandatory data disclosure to reveal pay gaps and rules against violence, such as cyber violence and female genital mutilation. The EU has ratified the Istanbul Convention to protect women from all forms of violence.
The federation of patients’ associations reiterated its commitment to advocating for the inalienable rights of patients to health, including addressing and correcting distortions within the national health scheme.
A campaign has been launched to raise awareness about viral hepatitis and HIV in Cyprus, coinciding with ‘World Hepatitis Day’. The Health Minister emphasized the importance of equal access to quality health services for the diagnosis and treatment of these diseases. Viral hepatitis is the second leading infectious cause of death worldwide, with deaths increasing to 1.3 million globally in 2022. The World Health Organization aims for comprehensive screening for viral hepatitis by 2030. An initiative called ‘KYFA Checkpoint’ was presented at the press conference, offering free tests for interested individuals.