Greece’s government approved a new Pharmaceutical Innovation Fund to accelerate patient access to innovative medicines,…
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The island of Kythnos currently has no pediatrician, prompting the local municipality to announce an…
Nearly 2,000 beneficiaries have joined Greece’s new free program designed to prevent adult obesity and…
Remote monitoring can improve mortality, morbidity, and quality of life by more than 20 percent…
A doctor from the city of Volos has appeared before the Single-Member Misdemeanours Court of…
On the occasion of Armed Forces Day, Greece’s Minister of National Defence, Nikos Dendias, announced…
Greek authorities have identified a large-scale prescription fraud scheme involving 32 doctors and 62 pharmacies,…
The development of medical tourism and the pressing demographic challenge, a critical factor for sustainable…
Turkish businessman Ali Sabancı donated €115,000 to Leros Hospital two years after a 2023 boating accident that left him severely injured. The funds will enhance the hospital’s surgical clinic with a modern surgical bed and specialized lighting. “You saved our lives,” Sabancı said, expressing gratitude for the hospital’s care.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis delivered a powerful message on Greece’s economic and political stability…
The Antetokounmpo brothers, led by Giannis, are building a diverse business empire spanning real estate, technology, healthcare, fashion, and sports. Through GFI Ltd, they acquired a 2% stake in Premia for €3.3 million and the Village
Google DeepMind’s Greek-Singaporean CEO Demis Hassabis predicts AI will revolutionize healthcare by automating doctors’ diagnostic tasks but not nurses’ empathy-driven roles. As AI reshapes industries, leaders like Amazon’s Andy Jassy and Nvidia’s Jensen Huang warn of job disruptions, urging workers to adapt through reskilling for a future where AI and humans collaborate.
Greece ranks last in the EU for long-term care beds, with only 20 per 100,000 people, far below the Netherlands’ 1,400, according to Eurostat. While hospital beds stand at 424.06 per 100,000, near the EU average, the strain on families to provide care is growing as Greece’s population ages rapidly, with 36% expected to be over 65 by 2050.
Greece has launched a new nationwide initiative allowing patients discharged from public hospitals to rate the care they received. Through a quick online survey sent via SMS, citizens can provide feedback on key aspects of their hospital experience, including quality of care, cleanliness, staff interaction, and discharge support. The initiative aims to improve transparency and accountability across the National Health System.
Exclusive interview with Dr Charlie Teo reveals the real story behind Australia’s most talked-about neurosurgeon and his $51M fundraising legacy.
Copenhagen has overtaken Vienna to become the world’s most sustainable city for 2025, according to the Economist Intelligence Unit. The ranking, evaluating 173 cities on healthcare, education, stability, infrastructure, and environment, highlights Copenhagen’s perfect scores in key categories. Vienna, Zurich, Melbourne, and others follow closely, while global stability declines impact rankings
On June 16, Greece will launch a nationwide home delivery service for medicines, announced Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. The initiative, led by EOPYY, aims to ensure dignity and care for patients, eliminating the need for vulnerable citizens to wait in pharmacy lines. “This is a significant step toward a compassionate healthcare system,” Mitsotakis said, thanking patient associations for their support.
In his weekly address, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis highlighted robust economic growth projections of 2.3% for 2025, a 24% rise in incomes since 2019, and record tax declaration submissions
In his May 18, 2025, Facebook address, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis praised Klavdia Papadopoulou for her sixth-place Eurovision finish, calling her performance a tribute to Pontian Greek resilience. He also highlighted Greece’s economic progress, healthcare innovations like digital tracking in hospitals, infrastructure deals with Italy, and cultural achievements, including 26 new museums since 2019, pledging continued efforts for inclusive growth.
Greece has submitted a revised version of its “Greece 2.0” Recovery and Resilience Plan to the European Commission, aiming to fully leverage EU funds for key national priorities. The updated proposal includes major investments in transport safety, digital education, public health services, and smart infrastructure, while maintaining overall funding levels and reallocating resources to high-demand projects.
The Hellenic Emergency Medical Service (EKAB) received a new Beechcraft King Air 360C aircraft, donated by the Stavros Niarchos Foundation, to enhance Greece’s air ambulance capabilities
Elafonisos, Greece, is offering doctors a €700 monthly bonus for permanent roles and €400 for rural positions, plus housing assistance, to address its critical shortage of medical professionals. Mayor Angelos Tsirigotakis aims to bolster healthcare access on the island, which currently has only one doctor.
The Greek study published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine highlights that long COVID may cause menstrual irregularities, fertility issues, and adverse pregnancy outcomes, and could also be linked to autoimmune disorders such as multiple sclerosis.
Mitsotakis’ legislative inittaive is an attempt to tackle persistent shortages in the national healthcare system and strengthen regional medical services.
Bill Gates predicts that within a decade, AI will replace doctors and teachers, making expertise like medical advice and tutoring freely available. He describes this shift as an era of “free intelligence,” transforming healthcare, education, and more, though its rapid pace is both profound and unsettling.
Greece’s EOPYY will fully roll out its home delivery service for high-cost medicines by June 2025, benefiting up to 125,000 patients, including 72,000 currently served in Athens and Thessaloniki. Targeting those with chronic conditions and mobility issues, the fully digital service aims to reduce wait times, ensure safer deliveries, and lower the carbon footprint, aligning with European standards.
In a significant move for Greece’s military, Defense Minister Nikos Dendias announced on March 28, 2025, that uniformed personnel will receive pay raises of 13% to 20%, effective April 1. Unveiling a €268 million reform, Dendias emphasised a fairer payroll system and outlined plans for housing and healthcare improvements under the “Agenda 2030” initiative, aiming to bolster the Armed Forces’ role as an economic driver.
Ten children injured in the Gaza Strip arrived in Athens today for much-needed medical treatment, thanks to a complex humanitarian operation coordinated by the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs and supported by international partners.
Greece has successfully completed a humanitarian medical evacuation of ten sick and injured children from Gaza, coordinated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The operation was carried out with the support of the EU Civil Protection Mechanism, WHO, and Egyptian authorities. The children, who received initial treatment in Cairo, were transported to Athens on a special AEGEAN flight. They will now receive medical care in Greek hospitals, while their guardians will be accommodated by the Ministry of Migration and Asylum.
Greek journalists and public health workers staged a 24-hour nationwide strike on 18 February 2025, protesting unpaid wages and job insecurity. Media professionals, led by POESY, halted work in solidarity with colleagues left unpaid for months, while healthcare unions ADEDY and PDEDN demanded fair wages, permanent contracts, and full staffing in public hospitals. A demonstration was held in Athens outside media offices, highlighting the growing labour unrest in Greece.
