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Latest news about seniors, care homes, pension legislation, and elderly health in Romania. 608 articles across 7 categories.
Traditional remedies for sore throats: our grandparents' natural cures
Natural throat remedies passed down through generations, with scientifically proven properties for relieving pain and inflammation.
Massive Errors in Tax Calculations Affecting Pensioners and Homeowners
Platforma ghișeul.ro is displaying wildly inaccurate tax figures, causing panic among taxpayers, including low-income seniors.
Foto ilustrativăSigns of Calcium and Magnesium Deficiency in Seniors: Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore
Persistent fatigue, muscle cramps and bone pain may indicate calcium and magnesium deficiency in older adults
Preservatives in Processed Foods Raise Diabetes Risk by 47% in Older Adults
Recent research shows that food additives can seriously damage the health of seniors, dramatically increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes.
End of Capped Gas Prices: How Pensioners Will Be Affected From April 2026
The Government is preparing to remove the gas price cap from April 2026. Senior citizens on low incomes will automatically receive a 50 RON support payment.
Romanian Healthcare System Reforms Along Spanish Lines to Improve Elderly Care
Ministrul Sănătății discută la Madrid reformarea gărzilor medicale și dezvoltarea serviciilor de sănătate mintală pentru o mai bună îngrijire a seniorilor. The Minister of Health holds talks in Madrid on reforming medical on-call services and developing mental health provision for improved care of older people.
Heart attack in the elderly: symptoms and warning signs that seniors need to know
Seniors are a high-risk group for heart attacks. Early recognition of symptoms can save lives and prevent serious complications.
Why Turkey Meat Improves Memory and Mood in Older Adults
Specialists recommend turkey meat for seniors: it supports cognitive function, improves mood and provides easily digestible protein.
154 CE Oltenia Employees to Lose Their Jobs in January 2025
Restructuring of Complexul Energetic Oltenia (Oltenia Energy Complex) is leaving hundreds of families without income, affecting pensioners and seniors in the families of dismissed employees.
Flu Season 2025 Alarms Specialists: Major Risks for the Elderly
Specialists European warn of an intense flu season, with several respiratory viruses circulating simultaneously, putting seniors at risk.
Food price rises this spring: how seniors on low pensions will be affected
The expiration of price caps on basic foodstuffs could lead to significant cost increases for pensioners on low incomes.
Purple Foods That Protect Seniors From Serious Illness and Premature Ageing
Daily consumption of purple fruits and vegetables helps older adults prevent cancer and cardiovascular disease, whilst protecting the brain and heart.
Foto ilustrativăRetired People in Rural Areas in Despair: Pension Money Goes Up in Smoke on Firewood
Elderly villagers are struggling to keep up with heating costs. Many pensioners spend almost their entire pension on firewood in the depths of winter.
Foto ilustrativăFiscal Reform Raises Vehicle Taxes on Hybrids by Over 1,400%
New fiscal regulations are eliminating incentives for eco-friendly vehicles, making hybrids considerably more expensive to run.
Warning: VAT Could Rise to 24%, Significant Impact on Pensioners
Financial analysts are warning that VAT could rise to 24%, severely affecting the purchasing power of seniors.
Over 70,000 elderly people in Iași left without health insurance following legislative changes
Changes to co-insurance legislation are leaving tens of thousands of seniors without medical coverage, placing excessive strain on emergency services
Garlic and Honey Combination Boosts Seniors' Immunity in Just 7 Days
Natural remedy recommended by specialists for boosting the immune system and treating respiratory infections in the elderly.
Foto ilustrativăDoctors Refuse On-Call Shifts: Seven-Year-Old Pay Rates for 32-Hour Shifts
The hospital crisis is taking its toll on elderly care: exhausted doctors, still paid at 2018 rates, are turning down extra shifts due to poor working conditions.
Elderly Chronic and Oncology Patients Affected by Removal of First-Day Sick Leave Payment
Chronic Patients Association calls for elderly chronic illness sufferers to be exempt from the new measure that eliminates payment for the first day of sick leave.
Natural remedy for joint pain in the elderly - results in 7 days
A mixture of seeds and honey can relieve joint pain in seniors in just one week, according to herbal medicine practitioners.
Medical discovery: safer method for burning calories in elderly people with obesity
Researchers are developing experimental compounds that boost metabolism without the toxic risks associated with previous obesity treatments.
Crisis in Craiova's district heating system puts warmth for seniors at risk
Serious problems with Craiova's district heating system are particularly affecting elderly residents, who are especially vulnerable to the winter cold.
Seniors in the Capital Affected by Urban Heating System Problems
Repairs at CET Sud have been completed, but ageing infrastructure continues to put heat supply at risk for Bucharest residents.
Adoption of the euro in Romania delayed by 5–7 years – impact on pensioners' savings and pensions
Mugur Isărescu estimates that Romania will adopt the euro only in 2030–2035, with high inflation continuing to erode pensioners' purchasing power in the meantime.