Nicosia general hospital

‘There will be no new wave of illegal migrants’

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‘There will be no new wave of illegal migrants’

A new influx of arrivals will not be allowed by the government in response to mounting criticism over the handling of 27 migrants stranded in the buffer zone. The migrants, including women, children, and unaccompanied minors, are from Afghanistan, Iran, Sudan, and Cameroon. The government’s handling of the matter has been criticized for violating international law. The UNHCR has warned that the asylum seekers are living in tents and exposed to extreme weather without access to decent living conditions.

They risk the lives of children with cancer when doctors warn of the danger!

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They risk the lives of children with cancer when doctors warn of the danger!

Parents of children with haematological and oncological conditions are concerned about the construction works planned at Makareio Hospital. They argue that building near clinics treating immunocompromised patients can be extremely dangerous. The Cyprus Pediatric Society warns of the risks, specifically mentioning the potential increase in hospital fungal infections, such as aspergillosis. Despite opposition from parents and medical professionals, the Health Insurance Organisation (HIO) has suggested relocating the Pediatric Oncology Clinic temporarily to another part of the hospital, which is not seen as a suitable solution. The decision to upgrade Makareio Hospital instead of building a new, modern hospital has been made without consulting those directly involved, raising concerns about the safety and health of the children undergoing treatment. The focus should be on prioritizing the health and well-being of these vulnerable patients.

‘We are not Harvard’: minister warns UCy in battle over university clinics

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‘We are not Harvard’: minister warns UCy in battle over university clinics

Health Minister Michalis Damianou is working on legislation to set up university clinics, facing opposition from the University of Cyprus and the government doctors’ union Pasyki. The main disagreement is about who should run the clinics, with the University of Cyprus wanting academic doctors in charge, while Pasyki prefers experienced hospital doctors. Damianou believes in a gradual approach where academic doctors work alongside hospital doctors and eventually take over. He does not agree with the University of Cyprus’ stance and emphasizes the stability of the hospitals and public sector doctors.

‘Demetroui’ died of sepsis, autopsy reveals

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‘Demetroui’ died of sepsis, autopsy reveals

Demetris Andronikou, also known as Demetroui, died of peritonitis and sepsis, complicating his hospitalization after multiple gunshot wounds. He was well known to police for his activities linked to the underworld.

Anthoupoli murder attempt victim “Dimitroui” dies after month in hospital

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Anthoupoli murder attempt victim “Dimitroui” dies after month in hospital

Dimitris Andronikou, also known as “Dimitroui,” passed away at Nicosia General Hospital after being shot three times in an attempted attack. He had been in critical condition since the incident on April 23 in Anthoupoli. Andronikou was visiting friends detained as suspects in the arson of two betting shops in Nicosia when the attack occurred.

He reported that he was attacked in his home – He ended up in handcuffs

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He reported that he was attacked in his home – He ended up in handcuffs

Assault cases are being investigated by the Kokkinotrimithia Police Station. A 43-year-old man reported being attacked by a 27-year-old man and a 23-year-old woman who illegally entered his residence and used a knife. The suspects were injured and taken to the hospital, along with the victim. The 43-year-old man was arrested on a court warrant to investigate the complaints of the suspects, while police are also investigating his complaint of assault.

Man arrested after reporting attack

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Man arrested after reporting attack

A 43-year-old man reported being attacked, but police found two young people with injuries caused by a sharp object who claimed they were the victims of an attack by the older man. An arrest warrant was issued against the 43-year-old.

Man, 43, dies after crash on Limassol-Nicosia highway

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Man, 43, dies after crash on Limassol-Nicosia highway

Atanas Bornev, a 43-year-old Bulgarian man and permanent resident of Limassol, died in a collision on the Limassol-Nicosia highway near Kornos. The other driver involved, a 23-year-old man, sustained minor injuries. The cause of the collision is currently under investigation by Larnaca Traffic Police.

Our View: university clinics do not need the consent of a self-serving union,  

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Our View: university clinics do not need the consent of a self-serving union,  

Attempts have been made by the state to set up university clinics at Nicosia general hospital to be used by the medical school of the University of Cyprus, but have been blocked by the government doctors’ union, Pasyki, who do not want outsiders taking charge of hospital clinics.