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1. New Larnaca ER to open July 25 amid staff shortages and safety concerns

In the ongoing crisis surrounding Cyprus’ overstretched emergency services, officials have announced that the much-delayed new Accident and Emergency Department (A&E) at Larnaca General Hospital will be handed over on July 25, but many are skeptical....

2. Health Ministry cracks down on illegal botox, dysport found in clinics and salons

The Ministry of Health has issued a stark warning after unauthorized Botox and Dysport products were discovered at beauty salons and medical clinics across Cyprus....

3. Child in Limassol found with burns, head injuries; parents arrested

A 22-month-old child was hospitalized with second-degree burns, head injuries, and signs of neglect, authorities said Tuesday....

4. India’s drone power lands in Cyprus

Indian business interest in Cyprus is gaining momentum, with drone tech leader Drone Destination planning to set up shop on the island....

5. Woman rescued from sea caves in Famagusta

A woman was rescued Sunday afternoon from the Sea Caves area in Famagusta by crews from the Famagusta Fire Station, according to the Cyprus Fire Service....

6. Four month old baby diagnosed with drug addiction

A four-month-old baby boy in Aigio, western Greece, has been diagnosed with drug addiction in a heartbreaking case that’s shocked the country...

7. Cyprus reports 38 new cases of metastatic breast cancer each year

8. Now doctors can access your health records anywhere in Europe

We’ve all been there: you're traveling in another country, and suddenly, you need to see a doctor. But what if the doctor doesn’t know your medical history? ...

9. Government hourly workers say they're fed up, and they want a raise

It’s official: Cyprus’ hourly government employees are tired of feeling like second-class citizens in their own departments....

10. Rapid response rescue motorcycles rolled out in Limassol to cut emergency response times

The State Health Services Organisation has deployed rapid response rescue motorcycles in Limassol for the first time...

11. Kykkos monastery’s mega project set to transform Engomi

A major new development is taking shape in Engomi, Nicosia, on land owned by the Kykkos Monastery. The project is one of the largest mixed-use developments Cyprus has seen and is designed to transform the area surrounding the “Agios Prokopios” Metochi into a modern urban center....

12. Cyprus considers cutting-edge cell transplant center

A proposal to create a unit for stem cell treatments, including allogeneic transplants (where stem cells are taken from a donor), was presented today to the Parliamentary Committee on Health....

13. 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....

14. Audit exposes gaps in Health Ministry’s grant and payment systems

In a recent audit by the Auditor General on the Ministry of Health's activities for 2022 and 2023, a number of financial discrepancies and issues have come to light, particularly in the way grants were distributed and payments were handled. ...

15. Teenager fights for life on ventilator after meningitis diagnosis

A 17-year-old student is in serious condition in the Intensive Care Unit at Nicosia General Hospital after being diagnosed with meningitis....

16. Daleela Sets Sail Again: Cyprus-Greece Ferry Resumes for 2025

The Cyprus-Greece passenger ferry is gearing up for another season, with the Daleela setting sail from Limassol on Saturday, May 31. The service, now in its fourth year, will run 22 round trips between Cyprus and Piraeus, continuing to offer travelers an alternative to air travel....

17. Limassol General Hospital enters a new era with major upgrades

Limassol General Hospital is undergoing significant modernization to enhance patient care and service efficiency....

18. Hellenic Seaplanes sets sights on launching Cyprus’ first seaplane routes

Cyprus, with its strategic geographical position, has the potential to become a key hub for seaplane routes, both domestically and across the Eastern Mediterranean....

19. New health and education complex to transform Lakatamia

Investments in Cyprus' health sector are booming, with new hospital units sprouting up across the island....

20. Meningitis cases – Ministry of Health guidelines for prevention and management

The diagnosis of two cases of meningococcal disease has prompted action from Medical Services and Public Health Authorities, which are closely monitoring developments and remain on high alert, having already activated the relevant protocols....

21. Women's Day gift at local university raises questions

Female students at the University of Nicosia Medical Center received a small gift from the Medical School Students' Services....

22. British couple stranded in north Cyprus with twins finally departs

A British same-sex couple who had been stranded in the occupied territories of Cyprus with their newborn twins have finally departed, as authorities continue to investigate a Limassol-based clinic suspected of offering surrogacy services without proper licences....

23. Hôtel-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....

24. Ombudswoman raises alarm over prolonged stay of unaccompanied minors at Pournara

A total of 27 unaccompanied minors have been stranded at the Pournara Temporary Reception and Accommodation Center for an average of 90 days, despite completing all necessary procedures for their transfer, according to a report by Commissioner for Administration and Human Rights Protection, Maria Stylianou-Lottides....

25. New pediatric oncology clinic to be built in Nicosia

A major step forward for pediatric cancer care in Cyprus was taken on Saturday with the signing of an agreement for the construction of a new Pediatric Oncology Clinic in Nicosia....

26. Tala's haven of hope: Friends' Hospice unveils newly renovated palliative care center

A heartwarming story of community spirit and unwavering dedication has culminated in the unveiling of the newly renovated Friends' Hospice in Tala....

27. Bakoyannis: ''Cyprus has what it takes to be a year-round tourist spot''

Former Athens mayor Costas Bakoyannis recently shared his views on how Cyprus can become a full-time tourist destination. In an interview with Kathimerini's Dorita Yiannakou,...

28. Cancer a leading cause of death in Cyprus

Cancer remains the second most common cause of death in Cyprus, with an average of around 4,000 new cases and 1,560 deaths each year over the past five years, according to the latest data shared by the Oncology Nursing Section of the Cyprus Nurses and Midwives Association....

29. Doctor allegedly demands money for faster appointments

There’s been a new storm brewing in Cyprus' public health system after two complaints were filed against doctors allegedly asking for bribes to expedite patient appointments and surgeries. ...

30. Doctor fired for bribery over patient’s surgery

A government doctor in Cyprus has been accused of bribery, following claims that he demanded money from a patient's family without issuing any receipts....