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1. No place like home as Israelis flee uncertainty, sail back from Cyprus

More than 1,600 Israeli nationals boarded the Crown Iris cruise ship from the port of Limassol on Thursday in a large-scale repatriation effort aimed at getting citizens back home amid rising regional tensions....

2. Foreign Ministry repatriates 22 Cypriots from Israel and Iran

A total of 22 Cypriot citizens have been safely evacuated from Israel and Iran as the Foreign Ministry ramps up repatriation efforts amid rising regional tensions, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said Wednesday....

3. Cyprus working to repatriate citizens from Israel and Iran

A total of 55 Cypriot citizens, 50 in Israel and five in Iran, have formally requested to be repatriated, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Theodoros Gotsis told the Cyprus News Agency on Monday....

4. Nurse arrested in Famagusta after patient alleges indecent assault

A nurse working at a health center in the free province of Famagusta has been arrested in connection with an alleged indecent assault on a male patient, authorities said....

5. Prostate cancer on the rise among men in Cyprus

Prostate cancer is on the rise in Cyprus, with nearly 10,000 men diagnosed over the past two decades, according to figures released by the Cyprus Cancer Archive....

6. Stella Kyriakides wins major global award for cancer advocacy

Former EU Health Commissioner Stella Kyriakidou has received international recognition for her decades-long contribution to cancer care. In a ceremony held in Chicago, she was awarded the prestigious "Yvonne 2025" Lifetime Achievement in Oncology Award, a major honor in the field....

7. Debate over euthanasia bill draws public and political reactions

A proposed bill to legalize euthanasia in Cyprus has prompted public discussion and divided opinions among lawmakers, with supporters advocating for open dialogue and critics warning of potential risks....

8. €100 ER fee only for tourists, not GESY patients

Patients covered by Cyprus’s national health system (GESY) and other approved groups will not be affected by the recently announced €100 advance fee for Accident and Emergency Department (A\&E) visits, health officials confirmed on Tuesday....

9. Joe Biden diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer

Former U.S. President Joe Biden, 82, has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, according to a statement from his office on Sunday....

10. 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....

11. The Petal Drift adorns the Bank of Cyprus Oncology Centre

The Wall Gallery continues its work with dedication on the exterior of the Bank of Cyprus Oncology Centre....

12. Nip, tuck… and anime? What's behind Cyprus’ cosmetic surgery boom

Gone are the days when plastic surgery was just for the rich and famous. In Cyprus, cosmetic procedures have gone mainstream, and business is booming. ...

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

14. 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....

15. 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...

16. 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....

17. Petrolina supports the Cyprus Anti-Cancer Society with a contribution of €10,000

As part of the 50th Christodoula March, Petrolina continues its long-standing support for the Cyprus Anti-Cancer Society, strengthening its invaluable work with a contribution of €10,000....

18. 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....

19. 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....

20. 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. ...

21. The alarming impact of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in Cyprus

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a leading cause of death worldwide, yet it remains less recognized than other pulmonary conditions like lung cancer....

22. 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....

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

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

24. 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....

25. 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....

26. Court grants private doctors prescription rights under GESY

Court Ruling Expands Prescription Access Under GESY: Private Doctors Can Now Issue Prescriptions ...

27. President Christodoulides: ‘Together, we are changing Cyprus’

President Nicos Christodoulides reflected on his administration’s accomplishments during a televised sit-down with journalists, marking two years since he took office....

28. Lidl Cyprus is a long-standing supporter of the Cyprus Anti-Cancer Society

Lidl Cyprus remains committed to supporting Cypriot society, strengthening the valuable work of the Cyprus Anti-Cancer Society. ...

29. Doctors to stop serving at Limassol General Hospital's outpatient clinics starting Wednesday

The Pancyprian Union of Government Doctors (PASYKI) is taking action over what it describes as "unacceptable working conditions" caused by ongoing construction at Limassol General Hospital....

30. 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....