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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.
The 10,000 Steps a Day Rule: What a Nutritionist Has to Say About This Goal
Nutritionist Andrei Panaite explains whether the 10,000 daily steps are a mandatory benchmark or merely a guideline, depending on each person's goals.
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 ilustrativăToxoplasmosis: the parasite found in meat that can seriously damage your eyesight
Researchers warn that *Toxoplasma gondii* infects one third of the world's population and is the leading infectious cause of sight loss.
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 ilustrativăBotoșani County Hospital, hiring freeze: 900 posts requested but not approved
Botoșani County Hospital has requested the Government to open over 900 positions for competition, after many employees left due to austerity measures.
INSP: avoid sun exposure between 11:00-18:00 and alcohol during the heatwave
The National Institute of Public Health has issued heatwave recommendations, with particular attention to the elderly, children, and people with chronic illnesses.
Heatwave danger for seniors: sudden temperature changes are just as dangerous as the heat itself
The heatwave poses a major risk to elderly people not only through high temperatures, but also through sudden shifts from heat to cold. Cardiologists are warning about common mistakes.
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 ilustrativăHow to recognise dehydration: the subtle signs to watch out for
Nicole Păcuraru explains, on Realitatea Medicală, the signs of dehydration, why thirst sets in late, and how to prevent this through consistent hydration.
Foto ilustrativăPatellar dislocation following trauma: causes, symptoms and recovery
A sudden movement or a fall can displace the kneecap from its normal position. Even if it returns on its own, the knee should be medically evaluated.
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.
316 years combined: three Brazilian centenarian sisters studied for the secret of longevity
Three sisters from Rio de Janeiro, aged 103, 104, and 109, are being studied by Brazilian researchers to identify genes linked to longevity.
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 ilustrativăWhat signs show that you're not getting enough sleep, explained by Nicole Păcuraru
Nicole Păcuraru explains the less obvious signs of sleep deprivation and its effects on memory, immunity, and metabolism.
Foto ilustrativăAbdominal Hernia: How to Recognise It and Why Treatment Should Not Be Delayed
Abdominal hernias occur when tissue passes through a defect in the abdominal wall. Left untreated, they can develop complications and require emergency surgery.
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.