Tag: health
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Maltese men have the healthiest lifespan in the EU with up to 71.7 years
Yesterday was international men’s day. Commemorating this event, Eurostat shared this statistic that we are sharing here. According to the latest Eurostat figures, Maltese men have the highest healthy lifespan in the EU with up to 71.7 years if their lifespan considered as healthy. Maltese men are followed by Italian men with 68.5 years and…
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Budget 2026: Highlight investments in Infrastructure, Safety, Culture, and Services
In today’s budget proposals for 2026, the Finance Minister announced that the government is set to continue to invest in infrastructure, education, and quality of life, with a special focus on Gozo. These were some highlights. Infrastructure and Transport New and upgraded roads in Gozo, including arterial routes and pedestrian networks, to reduce congestion. Park…
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Swimming ban lifted at Qawra after water quality deemed safe
The Environmental Health Directorate within the Office of the Superintendent of Public Health has confirmed that the temporary swimming ban at Dawret il-Qawra, St Paul’s Bay, has been lifted after recent tests showed bathing water quality has returned to safe levels. On 22 August, the Directorate had issued a precautionary notice advising the public against…
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Concerns and questions grow over President Trump’s health
Concerns and questions are growing over President Donald Trump’s health after his right-hand looked swollen and blackened over the fast few weeks. In addition, President Trump’s last public appearance was at a cabinet meeting last Tuesday. In an interview with USA Today last week, Vice-President JD Vance said that he is ready to become President…
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Pope Francis makes first public appearance in 5 weeks
Pope Francis made his first public appearance in over six weeks on Sunday, briefly greeting a crowd from the balcony of Rome’s Gemelli Hospital. Looking frail but in good spirits, the 87-year-old pontiff gave a thumbs-up to the hundreds of well-wishers gathered below. “Thank you, everyone,” he said in a soft, raspy voice, acknowledging the…
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Pope Francis to be discharged from hospital tomorrow
In a surprise announcement, the Vatican announced that Pope Francis will be discharged from hospital tomorrow. Speaking to journalists on Saturday evening, Doctor Sergio Alfieri, head of the Gemelli Hospital medical team that has been treating the Pope for an acute respiratory tract infection and bilateral pneumonia said “The good news the world and everyone…
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BirdLife calls for EU-wide ban on lead in hunting and fishing amid health concerns
BirdLife Europe and Central Asia has launched a new campaign demanding the European Union to completely ban lead in hunting, sport shooting, and fishing. According to the organisation, lead exposure already poses a high risk to human health and is banned in Europe in petrol, paint, and pipes. Yet, despite all this documented risks, lead…
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Hospital in crisis – situation overwhelming
The Maltese Herald is informed that there is currently a crisis at Mater Dei Hospital. Reports of patients in corridors without any privacy have come in from multiple sources. Relatives are furious on the situation and have spoken to us airing their grievances. A member of staff who spoke on condition of anonymity explained the…
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New 1400 hotline to enhance urgent medical support with nurse-led assessments
The Health Ministry and Malta Union of Midwives and Nurses (MUMN) have introduced a new 1400 hotline to streamline urgent medical care across Malta. This service, operated by healthcare professionals including trained nurses, will assess callers’ medical needs, prioritising cases and directing patients to the most suitable emergency facilities. The 1400 hotline is not intended…
