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Latest news about seniors, care homes, pension legislation, and elderly health in Romania. 577 articles across 7 categories.
Foto ilustrativăFeatured articleRetired Romanians living on borrowed time: unindexed pensions leave them without money for medication and bills
For two years, pensions have not been indexed to inflation, and millions of elderly people can no longer afford medication, food, and utility bills.
Red code heatwave across most of Romania: temperatures of up to 40°C, major danger for the elderly
16 counties are under a red heat warning on Sunday, with temperatures of 35–40°C. The extreme heatwave will spread on Monday to almost the entire country.
Extreme Heat in Romania: Essential Recommendations for Protecting the Elderly
The Ministry of Health has activated special action plans in response to the red heat warning. Elderly people are among the most vulnerable.
Red heat alert: the Ministry of Health activates emergency plans to protect the elderly
Ambulance services are being reinforced in the context of extreme temperatures. The elderly are among those most vulnerable to the medical risks caused by heatwaves.
Foto ilustrativăHeatwave in Romania: The Ministry of Health activates emergency measures to protect vulnerable populations
The Ministry of Health is calling on ambulance services and public health directorates to implement special measures in the context of the heatwave affecting most of the country.
Extreme Heatwave Alert: Ministry of Health Activates Protection Plans – Major Impact for Seniors
Red heat warning in 16 counties. The Ministry of Health calls for the activation of medical intervention plans to protect vulnerable populations.
Foto ilustrativăPensions no longer cover expenses: elderly people choose between medication and food
More and more pensioners are facing a painful reality: their monthly income no longer covers the cost of medicines, food, and utility bills, amid the relentless rise in prices.
Foto ilustrativă8 Essential Recommendations for Seniors During Heatwaves with Temperatures Exceeding 40°C
Extreme heatwaves are becoming increasingly frequent in Romania. Here is how elderly people can protect themselves on days with record temperatures.
Foto ilustrativăHeatstroke can be fatal for the elderly: emergency heatwave guide issued by authorities
INSP has issued urgent recommendations in the context of the extreme heatwave. Senior citizens are among the most vulnerable groups to the effects of high temperatures.
Foto ilustrativăPrivate pension funds grew by 33% in the first quarter of 2026
Pillar II assets reached 212.55 billion RON at the end of March 2026, according to the FSA. Good news for future pensioners.
Foto ilustrativăThermal shock from air conditioning: a major risk for elderly people on sweltering days
A cardiologist warns that sudden temperature differences between the outdoors and cooled spaces can be just as dangerous as the heatwave itself, especially for elderly people.
Foto ilustrativăPensioners lose money monthly due to the lack of pension indexation with the inflation rate
For two years, pensions have not been indexed to inflation, and seniors are facing significant monthly financial losses and are being forced to take out loans.
Foto ilustrativăPensioners could receive more money from 2027: the health insurance contribution threshold for pensions set to change
Hundreds of thousands of pensioners in Romania could benefit from higher net incomes starting in 2027, through changes to the threshold used to calculate the health insurance contribution (CASS).
Retirement age for women increases in Romania: changes apply from 2026 to 2035
The new pension legislation provides for the gradual increase of the retirement age for women, starting from July 2026 through to 2035.
Foto ilustrativăHigher taxes from 1 July: how pensioners and those looking to buy additional years of service will be affected
The minimum wage increase in July brings rises in pension contributions and the cost of purchasing additional years of service.
Foto ilustrativăPrice caps on 17 staple foods extended until the end of 2026
The commercial mark-up on 17 essential products remains capped until December 2026, a measure that directly protects pensioners on low incomes.
Foto ilustrativăOnline appointments with doctors could become mandatory. What impact will this have for seniors?
A bill adopted by the Senate requires hospitals and medical practices to implement electronic appointment booking by 2026, through the e-SănătateaMea portal.
Foto ilustrativăRetirement age increases from 1 July for certain categories of women in Romania
From 1 July, the retirement age will increase for some women in Romania, as part of a gradual timetable for equalising the retirement age.
Foto ilustrativăHow to check online whether you are insured with CNAS and whether you have a GP
Insured status in the public health system can be quickly verified online through the CNAS platform, without the need for an account.
Foto ilustrativăHow to check online if you are covered by health insurance in 2026, via the CNAS platform
The status of being insured within the public health system can be quickly verified online through the CNAS platform. Useful information for pensioners and senior citizens.
Foto ilustrativăGeneral strike in hospitals: operations and consultations could be suspended indefinitely
Health unions are threatening a general strike over the new pay legislation. The elderly are among the most vulnerable in the event of a healthcare standstill.
Pension reform in Germany: retirement age could rise to 68 by 2051
Germany is preparing a major pension system reform, which will directly affect Romanians who work and contribute there.
Prolonged heatwaves: are they more dangerous? What recent studies show
Extreme heat poses a major risk to older adults. Studies show that the duration of heatwaves amplifies the harmful effects on health.
Vouchers of up to 8,000 euros for assistive technologies and 93 rehabilitation centres, in the new governance programme
The new governance programme includes important measures for people with disabilities and the elderly, including vouchers for assistive equipment and rehabilitation centres.