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Latest news about seniors, care homes, pension legislation, and elderly health in Romania. 1294 articles across 7 categories.
Foto ilustrativăViorel Pașca's Care Homes: 29 Patients Admitted, One in Critical Condition, Health Minister Announces
Cseke Attila: 29 people from the illegal care homes managed by Viorel Pașca are currently hospitalised across the country, with one patient in a critical condition.
Foto ilustrativăWhy Daily Routine Is Important for Physical and Mental Health
The daily routine helps the circadian rhythm, reduces fatigue and supports concentration, explains the Realitatea Medicală programme with Nicole Păcuraru.
Foto ilustrativăNew EU Rules: Unemployment Benefits and Child Allowances – News for Romanians in the Diaspora
The European Parliament has adopted new rules regarding unemployment benefits and child allowances for Romanians working in the EU, MEP Gabriela Firea has announced.
Foto ilustrativăKidney stones can be treated without surgery, using shock waves
Extracorporeal lithotripsy breaks up kidney stones from outside the body, without any incisions. The method depends on the size, hardness, and position of the stone.
Foto ilustrativăCNAS Taken to the CJEU Over Delayed Payments to Pharmacies. What the Institution Has to Say
The European Commission is referring Romania to the CJEU over delays in reimbursing medicines. CNAS states that current payments are up to date, and the litigation concerns outstanding debts from 2024.
Foto ilustrativăSunburn leaves long-term marks: doctors warn of skin cancer risk
Five or more cases of sunburn can double the risk of melanoma, doctors warn. Proper sun protection remains essential for all ages.
Foto ilustrativăSalaries by sector, after a year of austerity: how much each has lost due to inflation
The average net salary has reached 5,843 RON, but inflation of 10.9% has reduced purchasing power by approximately 570 RON. The gaps between sectors remain enormous.
Foto ilustrativăPensioners, the Hardest Hit by Rising Prices: Giving Up Holidays, Clothes, and Even Food
Romanians are cutting back on spending due to rising prices. Pensioners say that prices increase daily, whilst their pensions are being reduced.
Foto ilustrativăSpeaking multiple languages could slow down brain ageing, a study suggests
A study presented in Barcelona shows that speakers of four languages have a brain up to 13 years younger than monolingual speakers.
Foto ilustrativăMitral Valve Repair: How the Heart Valve is Fixed Without Replacement
When anatomy permits, the mitral valve can be repaired rather than replaced. We explain what the procedure involves and when it is indicated.
Foto ilustrativăSoy and the thyroid: doctors explain who should limit their consumption of this vegetable
Doctors warn that soya can influence thyroid function in people with hypothyroidism or Hashimoto's thyroiditis, due to the phytoestrogens it contains.
SANITAS Announces General Strike in Healthcare from 28 July: What Are the Union Members Demanding
The SANITAS Federation has decided to hold a warning strike on 20 July and a general strike on 28 July, citing reductions in the income and rights of nearly 100,000 healthcare workers.
Foto ilustrativăWatercress, the little-known plant with benefits for the heart, bones and immune system
Watercress is rich in vitamins C, A and K, antioxidants and minerals, with beneficial effects on heart health, bone health and vision.
Foto ilustrativăMinistry of Health requests the unblocking of 7,621 medical positions in hospitals
The Ministry of Health has submitted for approval a Memorandum for the organisation of competitions for 7,621 vacant posts in hospitals, distributed across personnel categories.
Foto ilustrativăPension indexation law unenforced: retirees lose thousands of RON annually
Although the law provides for pension indexation, this is not being applied. Pensioners' associations report annual losses ranging from 1,500 to over 11,000 RON, depending on the pension amount.
Health: over 7,600 vacant hospital positions proposed for unblocking
The Ministry of Health proposes to open a competition for 7,621 vacant positions in public hospitals, including for doctors and nurses.
Foto ilustrativăHealth sector enters general strike: SANITAS accuses the Government of lack of dialogue. Protest schedule
The SANITAS Federation announces a warning strike on 20 August and a general strike from 28 August, following the collapse of negotiations with the Government over healthcare workers' salaries.
Foto ilustrativăBleeding gums in the morning: what this sign may indicate and when you need to see a dentist
Constant gum bleeding is not normal. Doctors explain the link with diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and when you need to see a dentist urgently.
70,000 Romanians are hospitalised annually with enterocolitis due to contaminated food
Fruits and vegetables left exposed to the sun at markets increase the risk of food poisoning. Doctors are warning about the symptoms and urging caution when it comes to storage.
Pîslaru, following the DIICOT operation in Bihor: The state has failed to protect vulnerable individuals
Labour Minister Dragoș Pîslaru has spoken about the relocation of 409 people from Viorel Pașca's care homes in Bihor, following the DIICOT intervention, and about the death of a man who was relocated to Mureș.
Foto ilustrativăRomanian consumption fell by nearly 5% for the tenth consecutive month. Risk of downgrade to junk
INS reports a nearly 5% drop in consumption, the tenth consecutive month of decline. Romania risks being downgraded to junk status, with a possible freeze on pension and salary payments.
Foto ilustrativăPensioners demand pension indexation in court and threaten mass lawsuits
Seniors say their pension is no longer enough to cover even basic expenses. Nearly one million Romanians are living on just over 1,200 RON per month.
Foto ilustrativăSafe Movement in the Heat: What Specialists Recommend for Seniors and Families
Extreme heat can reduce physical activity and increase the risk of chronic illness. Experts cited by BBC offer clear guidelines for exercising during heatwaves.
Private pensions (Pillar II) have reached 227.5 billion RON. Where the money is invested
Pillar II assets grew by 37%, reaching 227.5 billion RON, whilst Pillar III rose by 38%, to 8.4 billion RON, according to ASF data for May 2026.