Govt priority , ‘undoubtedly’ mental health
The government’s current priority is mental health. New initiatives to care for people dealing with mental health problems will be launched.
Popi Kanari
Government reshuffle received positively by citizens, survey shows
President Christodoulides’ cabinet reshuffle on January 8 received mixed reactions, with a public opinion survey indicating majority support for five out of six changes. The survey, conducted by Pulse Market Research for Phileleftheros, found that 26% of respondents thought the changes were needed, 48% saw them as necessary, 10% disagreed, and 16% did not respond. DISY supporters mostly favored the reshuffle, with DIKO and AKEL supporters also showing significant support for some changes. The replacement of Michalis Hatzigiannis, Anna Koukides-Procopiou, Popi Kanari, Petros Xenophontos, and Philippos Chatzizacharias was generally supported, except for the removal of Defence Minister Michalis Georgallas, which faced opposition from 44% of respondents. The survey had a sample size of 600, covered nationwide urban and rural areas, used random-stratified multistage sampling, and was conducted via telephone interviews from February 20 to 26, 2024.
Christina Giannaki-Popi Kanari: Kisses in the air, hugs and… thanks
The text describes an awkward situation during a handover of the Ministry of Health in Cyprus. The focus was on the outgoing Minister of Health, Dr. Popi Kanari, and the General Director of the Ministry of Health, Dr. Christina Giannaki. Dr. Giannaki avoided eye contact with Dr. Kanari, while Dr. Kanari thanked everyone except Dr. Giannaki.
COVID19: Masks, tests are back as elderly cases rise
The mandatory use of face masks and 48-hour tests has been introduced in Cyprus for staff and visitors at hospitals, nursing homes, and dental clinics due to a rise in Covid-19 cases, particularly among the elderly. The increase in infections is attributed to the JN.1 sub-strain of the Omicron-2 variant. Weekly inspections and tests will resume at care homes and shelters, and mobile vaccination units will be deployed to increase vaccination rates among the elderly. The new measures include a negative rapid or PCR test valid for 48 hours, and the use of masks is mandatory for anyone over 12 years old. Makarios hospital for children has experienced a high bed occupancy rate due to respiratory infection cases, primarily caused by the RSV virus. The number of coronavirus patients is higher compared to previous weeks, indicating community transmission. The hospitalized patients are mainly elderly, with some cases coming from nursing homes. Other infections are within expected limits, with an increase in RSV and mild cases of the flu.
Health minister emphasises Covid vaccine efficacy
Fact: The Health Minister, Popi Kanari, stressed the protective efficacy of the Covid-19 vaccine and stated that the symptoms for vaccinated individuals who contract the coronavirus are significantly milder.
Health minister emphasises Covid vaccine efficacy
The Health Minister of Cyprus, Popi Kanari, emphasized the effectiveness of the Covid-19 vaccine in protecting against the virus. She stated that vaccinated individuals who contract the coronavirus experience milder symptoms. The low vaccination coverage among the elderly is not a major concern for the health ministry, but additional measures to address the surge in Covid-19 infections are being prepared. Mobile units have been sent to nursing homes to vaccinate elderly individuals who refuse vaccination due to hesitancy among their relatives. Masks and tests are being provided for free at nursing homes, and efforts to promote vaccination will continue. Kanari also warned that there may be an increase in coronavirus cases in the future.
Health minister emphasises Covid vaccine efficacy
The Health Minister, Popi Kanari, emphasized the protective efficacy of the Covid-19 vaccine and stated that vaccinated individuals who contract the virus experience significantly milder symptoms. The health ministry is not overly concerned about low vaccination coverage among the elderly, but additional measures to combat the surge in Covid-19 infections are being prepared. Mobile units have been dispatched to nursing homes for vaccinations, and masks and tests are being distributed for free. Kanari also warned of a potential increase in coronavirus cases in the future.
Health minister emphasises Covid vaccine efficacy
The Health Minister, Popi Kanari, emphasized the effectiveness of the Covid-19 vaccine and stated that vaccinated individuals who contract the virus experience milder symptoms. The health ministry is not overly concerned about the low vaccination coverage among the elderly but is preparing additional measures to combat the surge in Covid-19 infections. Mobile units have been dispatched to nursing homes for vaccinations, and masks and tests are being distributed for free. Kanari also warned of a potential increase in coronavirus cases in the future.
The Minister of Health reassures: The government will not touch the NHS fund, nor will it cut funds from the health sector
Next week there will be a meeting with the Health Insurance Organization (OAY) and the Minister of Finance. The government has no intention of touching the funds of the General Health System (GESY) or cutting funds from the healthcare sector, according to the Minister of Health, Dr. Popi Kanari. The President of the Republic has already called for meetings with OAY and OKYP to discuss improvements needed in the healthcare system. The government's goal is to improve the quality criteria in the healthcare system. The Minister of Health also stated that there will be a meeting with OAY and the Minister of Finance next week. The government believes that there is a need for personnel in OAY. The efforts in the healthcare sector are focused on upgrading the services and improving behavior towards patients.