https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pediatric-cancer-cases-on-the-rise-in-cyprus
Annually, approximately 42 new cases of cancer or leukemia afflict children and teenagers under the age of 19 in Cyprus, according to insights shared by Clinical Professor of Pediatrics,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/large-dog-mauls-miniature-pinscher-in-mesogi-horror
A distressing incident unfolded yesterday afternoon in Mesogi's industrial zone as a woman walked her daughter's small dog, only to encounter a harrowing attack by a large black dog....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-ensures-timely-hospital-transfer-for-woman-in-labor
In a commendable display of their commitment to public service, members of the Limassol Traffic Police "Z" team sprang into action yesterday afternoon, responding to a call for immediate assistance in transferring a pregnant woman to the hospital....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-hospital-s-response-to-cable-cut-fallout
In an incident at Nicosia General Hospital, a disruption in electrical power was caused by the cutting of a cable during external construction work....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dr-george-georgiou-of-unic-awarded-the-cyprus-research-award-–-young-researcher-2023-by-rif
Dr. George Georgiou from the Department of Languages and Literature of the University of Nicosia has been awarded the prestigious ''Cyprus Research Award – Young Researcher 2023'' ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-health-commissioner-urges-caution-in-ai-health-tools
Stella Kyriakides, the EU Commissioner for Health and Food Safety, has raised concerns about the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pediatric-hospital-battles-epidemic-surge-in-child-respiratory-cases
Makarios Hospital in Nicosia is grappling with over 95% occupancy, primarily treating children with respiratory infections amid an epidemic that recurs in the child population every three to four years, according to Dr. Avraam Elia, Director of the Pediatric Department....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/legal-battle-after-ivf-mishap-shatters-couple-s-dreams
In a shocking turn of events, a New York-based Asian American couple, known only as Y.Z. and A.P., has recently settled with a Southern California fertility clinic after a distressing mix-up during in vitro fertilization (IVF) services....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/study-suggests-17-000-deaths-linked-to-covid-19-treatment
In a startling revelation, a study by French scientists indicates that nearly 17,000 individuals may have lost their lives during the first wave of the pandemic after taking hydroxychloroquine....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/covid-19-jn-1-sub-variant-surpasses-3000-cases
Coronavirus outbreaks are increasing in Cyprus and Europe in general, following the emergence of the ''Omicron 2'' JN.1 sub variant....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/negative-covid-19-tests-and-masks-now-required-in-select-areas
A meeting of the Scientific Monitoring Committee for Covid-19 under Minister of Health Dr Popi Kanari decided on Wednesday to introduce negative COVID-19 tests as well as the use of protective face masks in specific areas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hooded-men-attack-minors-after-apollon-vs-apoel-match
In a tumultuous turn of events following the APOLLON vs. APOEL football match in Limassol, law enforcement made significant arrests and responded to a violent incident that marred the post-game atmosphere....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/el-greco-medical-centre-set-to-elevate-healthcare-standards-in-cyprus
The El Greco Medical Centre, slated to open its doors in early 2024, aims to redefine healthcare standards in Cyprus with its state-of-the-art facilities and patient-centric approach....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/student-stoned-in-paphos-school-raising-concerns-on-school-violence
In the latest episode of school violence, a student was reportedly stoned by classmates on Tuesday at a school in Paphos, according to statements made by DIKO MP Chrysanthos Savvidis during a session of the Education Committee....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-battles-antibiotic-overuse
In a recent press conference, The Pathological Society of Cyprus highlighted the alarming statistic that 1 in 2 citizens annually take antibiotics, leading to Cyprus outpacing other European countries in antibiotic consumption....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dengue-fever-cases-in-cyprus-came-from-abroad
Sporadic dengue fever cases have been recorded in Cyprus, Director of Medical and Public Health Services, Dr. Elizabeth Constantinou, told CNA on Thursday, noting that primary infection within the Republic of Cyprus seems to have never occurred....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/major-announcement-positions-cyprus-for-cutting-edge-healthcare
In a significant development, Vivant Medical Investments PLC disclosed plans for AHEPA University Hospital Cyprus on Monday, positioning it as the largest private and fully accredited university hospital in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tops-europe-in-alarming-antibiotic-use
Cyprus has the dubious honor of being the top consumer of antibiotics in Europe, resulting in its ranking among countries with the highest resistance rates....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/who-sounds-alarm-on-mysterious-child-respiratory-illness-in-northern-china
In response to a respiratory illness affecting children in northern China, the World Health Organization (WHO) has requested ''detailed information'' from Chinese authorities. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/diabetes-diagnosed-in-over-12-of-cypriot-population
Minister of Health Popi Kanari has stated that, according to data from the International Diabetes Federation, one in 10 adults worldwide lives with diabetes, while in Cyprus, 12.7% of the population has been diagnosed with the disease....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hiv-patients-denied-care-forced-to-halt-medication
In 2023, although HIV is no longer contagious, HIV-positive patients in Cyprus continue to face marginalization and social exclusion when taking medication....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/would-you-let-elon-musk-drill-into-your-brain
Elon Musk’s chip implant company Neuralink is looking for its first volunteer who is willing to have a piece of their skull removed so that a robotic surgeon can insert thin wires and electrodes into their brain....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-s-mental-health-services-focus-on-prevention
In a world where the challenges of modern life continue to escalate, the importance of comprehensive mental health services cannot be overstated....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/woman-kills-boyfriend-over-$30m-inheritance
A North Dakota woman fatally poisoned her boyfriend after learning about his plans to dump her — because he had inherited $30 million just hours earlier, police said....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/healthcare-ethics-scrutinized-as-concerns-arise-over-dual-practice-doctors
Recent speculations have emerged regarding doctors affiliated with the General Healthcare System (GESY), primarily in surgical specialties, who are reportedly providing services in hospitals and clinics outside of the GESY framework....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/university-of-nicosia-1-in-business-and-economics-1-in-education-and-1-in-psychology-in-cyprus-and-greece
Ranked #1 in the discipline of Business and Economics, #1* in Education, and #1** in Psychology in Cyprus and Greece by the 2024 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject, the University of Nicosia (UNIC) reasserts its leading position in these three subject areas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/university-of-cyprus-among-world-s-best-for-2024
The University of Cyprus (UCY) is among the top universities in the Times Higher Education international ranking by scientific field for 2024, which was published on Thursday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israel-s-right-to-self-defense-sparks-heated-un-debate
The United Nations Security Council has held its first open debate on the Israel-Gaza war, with most members calling for an immediate ceasefire to allow humanitarian aid to reach Palestinians under relentless Israeli bombardment in Gaza....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/clinical-patients-now-receiving-covid-19-vaccine
In a recent statement released on Thursday, the Ministry of Health confirmed that bedridden patients will continue to receive Covid-19 and flu vaccines through the Home Vaccination Program, just as they have in the past....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/notorious-italian-mafia-boss-succumbs-to-cancer-after-30-years-on-the-run
Italian Mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro, who was convicted of multiple murders and was arrested in January after spending 30 years on the run, has died of cancer, officials said on Monday....