Menopause linked to changes in gut health
By Dina Gavarieva
When we think about menopause, we tend to think about hot flushes, night sweats, insomnia and moods swings – but the gut can also go through ‘the change’. ...
Over 900 Gesy patients approved for treatment abroad
A total of 932 requests for Gesy beneficiaries to receive medical treatment abroad were approved out of 1,304 submitted during the first year since responsibility for the process was transferred to the ...
Private hospitals call for fairer payments, action on nursing shortages
Private hospitals have called for fair and adequate compensation under the national health scheme (Gesy) and urgent measures to address the continuing shortage of nursing staff, warning that both issues ...
Christodoulides calls for greater trust in organ donation system
The state has a responsibility to support patients and families while encouraging a culture of giving, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Thursday as he urged a greater public trust in ...
Ministry: no risk of plague outbreak
The health ministry on Wednesday said that it was closely monitoring the situation regarding the recent plague case that has been reported in Russia, emphasising that there was no reason ...
Health ministry holds blood donation drive
A blood donation drive organised by the health ministry drew strong participation from staff and affiliated organisations on Monday, the ministry said on Wednesday.
The voluntary donation event was held ...
Flu, Covid and RSV vaccinations available
The health ministry has unveiled its vaccination plan for flu, Covid-19, and RSV for the autumn and winter of 2026-2027.
Vulnerable and high-risk individuals are encouraged to get vaccinated, the ...
Inequalities identified in living donor kidney transplantation
Significant differences in access to living donor kidney transplantation across Europe are highlighted in a new publication led by assistant professor Andreas Kousios of the European University’s (EUC) school ...
Veteran footballers unite against drugs
Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides on Monday highlighted the role of sport and prevention in tackling addiction, ahead of the 22nd annual veteran football tournament against drugs.
The tournament, dedicated to ...
Medical association calls for tighter controls on medical services
Strengthening cooperation, tighter controls on health services and harsher penalties for impersonating medical professionals were at the centre of a meeting between President Nikos Christodoulides, Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides and ...
Liver patients group urges early cancer detection
The liver patients association Prometheus on Monday highlighted the importance of prevention, early diagnosis and systematic monitoring of people at increased risk of liver cancer, marking World Liver Cancer Awareness ...
Monthly allowance, free transport announced for cancer patients
A monthly allowance for vulnerable patients with breast cancer for the duration of treatment and for up to 12 months afterwards, in addition to free transfer of patients from rural areas ...
Cyprus urged to secure year-round blood supply
Despite Cyprus having the world’s highest rate of voluntary unpaid blood donation relative to its population, recent shortages show the need to ensure a steady supply throughout the year, ...
Pasykaf marks 40 years supporting cancer patients
The pancyprian association of cancer patients and friends (Pasykaf) has stood beside patients and their families for four decades, Deputy Social Welfare Minister Tina Pavlou said on Friday.
Pavlou said ...
One in three in Cyprus at risk of dying from heart disease
One in three people in Cyprus is at risk of dying from cardiovascular disease, while one in five could die prematurely from the condition, according to figures presented on Thursday.
...
Gesy personal doctor system faces scrutiny
Changes to the way personal doctors are paid, the introduction of new quality criteria and the number of patients each doctor can register came under scrutiny in parliament on Thursday, ...
India moves to restrict junk food sales near schools
India is moving closer to new regulations to restrict the sale of foods high in fat and sugar within a 50-metre radius of schools, the latest proposal to cut the ...
Cyprus boasts over 200,000 bone marrow donors
Over 205,400 bone marrow donors are currently registered with the Karaiskakio Foundation, which has to date offered more than 1,000 transplants to patients in 36 countries, the foundation said on Monday to mark ...
Health minister defends role of treatment abroad after delays scrutinised
Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides said on Friday that overseas healthcare complements rather than replaces the general health system (Gesy).
Speaking at the event on patients’ rights and overseas healthcare, Charalambides ...
Osak calls for stronger patient safety safeguards
The need to ensure safety at every stage of care and make it a constant priority across the health system was highlighted by the Cyprus patients’ federation (Osak) on World ...
MPs seek upfront payments for overseas treatment
MPs on Thursday demanded that the state pay up front for travel and accommodation expenses incurred by families where a person receives medical treatment abroad.
The matter of overseas patient ...
Health ministry begins mapping high-risk medical centres
The health ministry on Thursday began mapping medical centres performing high-risk treatments, as instructed by Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides earlier this week.
The ministry said the scope of the mapping ...
West Nile cases rise to 14 as mosquito controls intensify
One person has died and 14 cases of West Nile virus have been recorded in Cyprus so far this year, as Nicosia municipality continues daily mosquito-control operations across the capital.
According ...
New paediatric surgery department at Makarios hospital completed
The new paediatric surgery department at Makarios hospital has been completed, according to the state health services (Okypy) on Thursday.
Ongoing works include improvements to the neonatal intensive care unit, ...
Our Health section covers topics ranging from disease prevention, mental health, nutrition, and fitness to medical breakthroughs and healthcare policy.
Whether you are a healthcare professional, patient, or simply interested in healthy living, this section provides reliable information, expert analysis, and practical tips to support well-being. Follow our Health coverage to stay informed on the developments that impact your health and lifestyle.