Health ministry
Health ministry data published on Thursday over flu deaths wrongly included an eight-year-old child, Dr. Maria Koliou said on Friday. Speaking to the state broadcaster,...
Urgent plea for blood donations
The health ministry on Thursday said it was in urgent need of type AB+ and B+ blood. Calling on the public to donate, it said...
Public should report any negative effects to medication
The health ministry on Monday urged the public to report any adverse effects to medications to contribute to medical safety in Cyprus as part of...
Health minister calls for calm after doctor suspensions
Health Minister Michalis Hadjipantela has called for calm and understanding following the suspension of two doctors over complaints of medical negligence at the Makarios children’s...
Suspension does not mean guilt, Okypy spokesman says
State health service Okypy said on Friday it is unfortunate for doctors to be suspended following the suspension of two doctors being investigated for medical...
Health minister warns yellow fever mosquitos found in Dromolaxia
The health ministry has warned that Aedes Aegypt mosquitos – often referred to as the yellow fever mosquito – have been identified in Cyprus, mainly...
Ministry rejects complaints in first monkeypox case
The mother of Cyprus’ first confirmed monkeypox case, a 40-year-old, has complained that there is a lack of vaccines and adequate treatment available, but the...
Rapid test unit to be set up outside hospitals for visitors
Entrance to hospitals, care homes and closed facilities will require a 24 rather than a 48-hour rapid test result as from Monday, Cabinet decided on...
Coronavirus: Advice issued after uptick among people with recent travel history
The health ministry on Sunday issued advice for travellers due to the deteriorating situation as regards Covid-19. “The fact that the Covid-19 pandemic has not...
National strategy to improve lives of elderly
The Ministry of health, took part in a workshop at the University of Nicosia as part of its drive to develop a national strategy for...