https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-parliament-approves-bill-for-decentralized-hospital-administration
The House of Representatives approved a bill Thursday aimed at decentralizing the management of Cyprus’ public hospitals, in a move supporters say will address widespread healthcare inefficiencies and region-specific challenges....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-struggles-to-fill-jobs-amid-booming-sectors-red-tape
Cyprus is facing ongoing labor shortages across critical sectors, with acute gaps in professional drivers and nursing staff threatening service quality for both residents and tourists....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-cypriots-tell-erdogan-no-to-political-islam
Hundreds of Turkish Cypriots marched through occupied Nicosia on Friday to protest what they call Ankara’s imposition of political Islam and interference in their secular way of life, ahead of an expected visit by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-fast-track-clinic-to-speed-up-care-at-paphos-general-hospital
A new Rapid Response Clinic is set to launch at Paphos General Hospital this June, offering faster care to patients with less urgent needs and aiming to ease pressure on the Accident and Emergency (A&E) department....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/massive-power-outage-cripples-spain-portugal
A massive power outage swept across parts of Spain and Portugal on Monday, grounding flights, halting public transportation, and disrupting daily life for millions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/51-families-found-a-home-for-648-nights-at-the-ronald-mcdonald-house®-with-the-support-of-cosmos-insurance
As part of its unwavering commitment to meaningful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), COSMOS Insurance has been actively supporting the work of Ronald McDonald House Charities® Cyprus since 2022 by adopting Family Room No. 5 at the Nicosia House....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/doctor-shortages-and-management-issues-plague-famagusta-general-hospital
The challenges of doctor shortages and operational inefficiencies at Famagusta General Hospital were brought before the Parliamentary Health Committee....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ex-health-minister-pamboridis-warns-of-efforts-to-weaken-gesy
Former Health Minister Giorgos Pamboridis has made explosive claims about attempts to undermine Cyprus’ General Health System (GESY), warning that financial and political interests are working behind the scenes to weaken the public healthcare scheme....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/shocking-footage-of-cyprus-shipwreck-rescue-operation
A dramatic video from the Cyprus Search and Rescue Coordination Centre (ΚΣΕΔ) has captured the moment a survivor was pulled from a wrecked vessel off Cape Greco....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/work-has-started-on-the-upgrade-and-expansion-of-the-a-e-department-at-nicosia-general-hospital
Work to upgrade and expand the Accident & Emergency Department at Nicosia General Hospital will begin on Monday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/calls-for-resignation-of-shso-board-amid-growing-healthcare-concerns
The resignation of the Board of Directors of the Cyprus Health Services Organization was demanded today during a Parliamentary Health Committee meeting discussing the 2025 budgets for SHSO and the Health Insurance Organization....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/hotel-dieu-de-france-expands-to-limassol
Investment in Limassol’s healthcare sector is gaining momentum, with the renowned Hôtel-Dieu de France hospital from Beirut set to establish a state-of-the-art medical center in the heart of the city....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cans-for-kids-donates-over-€14-500-in-medical-equipment-to-limassol-hospital
In an act of support for local healthcare, Cans For Kids has donated a state-of-the-art medical device to the neonatal department at Limassol Hospital. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-1-270-prisoner-transfers-to-hospitals-in-2024
In 2024, there were 1,271 transfers of prisoners to public and private hospitals, according to a statement from the Department of Prisons....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/growing-interest-in-medical-schools-prompts-accreditation-guidelines
The increasing interest in establishing medical schools in Cyprus has led the Agency for Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Higher Education to outline key requirements for their operation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/abu-dhabi-s-purehealth-expands-into-cyprus
Cypriot citizens may soon see noticeable changes in their healthcare services following a significant acquisition deal involving PureHealth, an Abu Dhabi-based healthcare company....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/why-are-cypriot-businesses-being-sold-off-to-foreign-interests
Greek businesses have made a significant impact on the Cypriot market, investing across virtually every sector—from real estate and hospitals to supermarkets, toy stores, energy, electronics, car dealerships, and even banks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cabinet-greenlights-bold-bills-to-empower-breastfeeding-mothers
The Cabinet on Wednesday approved two Ministry of Health bills designed to revolutionize public and workplace support for breastfeeding in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-reports-first-death-from-influenza-a
Cyprus has reported its first fatality from Influenza A, marking a somber milestone in the ongoing flu season. The victim was a 43-year-old man, who had been the youngest patient receiving treatment in an intensive care unit (ICU)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/third-time-s-a-charm-another-prisoner-escape-rocks-cyprus-police
It seems prison breaks are becoming as common as coffee breaks in Cyprus. For the third time in recent weeks, a prisoner has managed to give police the slip—this time from Nicosia General Hospital on Tuesday afternoon....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hospitals-brace-for-more-visits-as-infections-rise-with-school-reopenings
Seasonal infections are picking up across Cyprus, with flu cases, the RSV virus, and COVID-19 leading the charge....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/early-flu-outbreak-strains-cyprus-hospitals
The seasonal flu has arrived earlier this year compared to other years, as stated by the Spokesperson of the Organization of State Health Services (OKYPY), Charalambos Charilaou, to the Cyprus News Agency (CNA)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/miniature-therapy-horses-in-greece-bring-joy-despite-struggles
A shy smile spreads across 9-year-old Josifina’s face as she strokes a tiny gray horse....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tragic-death-of-7-year-old-sparks-outrage-over-state-of-public-healthcare-in-cyprus
A tragic incident has sparked widespread anger and calls for accountability after a 7-year-old child from Paphos died following a series of alleged mishandlings by the island's public healthcare system....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/mr-george-s-story-a-struggle-for-respect-and-equality-in-cyprus
A lawyer friend recently shared with me the story of Mr. George, a 72-year-old Cypriot. George, a retired teacher, spent his entire life concealing his sexual identity....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/temporary-truce-in-the-healthcare-sector-as-december-showdown-looms
A temporary truce has been reached in the healthcare sector following the 48-hour doctors' strike....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-faces-labor-strikes-as-key-sectors-demand-action
Cyprus is grappling with escalating labor unrest in its most crucial industries, as healthcare, construction, and tourism workers push for long-standing demands. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/doctors-strike-disrupts-public-hospitals-across-the-island
Public hospitals across Cyprus are grappling with disruptions today as a 48-hour strike by government doctors gets underway. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/antibiotic-misuse-in-cyprus-fuels-deadly-resistance-surge
Cyprus ranks among European Union countries with the highest antibiotic consumption and microbial resistance rates, Health Minister Michalis Damianou said Friday at a news conference kicking off a campaign on antibiotic stewardship and antimicrobial resistance.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-faces-2024-deadline-to-align-with-eu-regulations-on-foreign-investments
Cyprus faces a deadline by the end of 2024 to align with the European regulation governing large foreign investments....
