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Latest news about seniors, care homes, pension legislation, and elderly health in Romania. 1281 articles across 7 categories.
Lumbar Disc Herniation with Spinal Canal Stenosis: the Case of a Surgically Treated Patient
A man suffering from severe lower back pain was diagnosed with an L5-S1 disc herniation and spinal canal stenosis. He underwent emergency surgery and was discharged the following day.
Test from tears for detecting brain tumours, developed by a researcher from Manchester
Petra Hamerlik, who lost her father at the age of 15 to a brain tumour, has tested a tear-based detection method with 500 participants. The test may not reach patients for another decade.
Reading for Pleasure Associated with Lower Risk of Cognitive Decline and Dementia
A study from Cambridge shows that reading for pleasure, even just 30 minutes a week, is associated with a lower risk of cognitive decline and dementia.
Protest Announced in Galați: Pensioners Say They Can No Longer Bear the "Humiliations" After 35–40 Years of Work
Friday, starting at 10:00 AM, pensioners from Galați are protesting outside the Prefecture. Their representative, Ilie Popa, is accusing the authorities of lacking a coherent social policy.
Pensions 2027: 7%, 5% or 3.4% indexation? The scenarios under discussion
Designated Prime Minister Siegfried Mureșan says that the pension indexation rate for 2027 has not yet been determined. Three scenarios are under consideration, each involving different amounts.
Unified Pay Law, Promised by 31 October 2026, in the New Government's Programme
The governance programme of designated Prime Minister Siegfried Mureșan promises the adoption of the unified pay legislation by 31 October 2026, with no income cuts for public sector employees.
Food prices have risen 53% in Romania over 5 years, but the minimum wage has increased by more
Romania ranks 3rd in the EU for food price increases (53% over 5 years), yet the gross minimum wage has kept pace, allowing the purchase of over 20% more food.
Researchers have discovered how some aggressive cancers manage to survive
A study from the University of Sheffield explains the mechanism by which breast and pancreatic cancers survive without glucose, paving the way for more effective treatments.
Foto ilustrativăMediterranean diet linked to lower risk of cardiovascular disease
A consultant endocrinologist explains the principles of the Mediterranean diet: recommended foods, how long it can be followed, and its benefits for blood sugar, cholesterol, and heart health.
How Much the Compulsory Military Service Completed by Romanians Adds to Their Pension
Compulsory military service is recognised in pension calculations, but the rules differ before and after 1 April 2001. One year of military service after this date adds approximately 20.25 RON to the pension.
Foto ilustrativăFree flu vaccine in 2026: who is eligible and when is the best time to get immunised
A GP explains who will receive the flu vaccine free of charge in 2026, who is eligible for 50% compensation, and why vaccination should begin as early as October.
CNAS Announces Shutdown of PIAS IT System Over the Weekend. What Happens to Medical Services
The CNAS platform will be unavailable from Friday evening until Monday morning. Medical services, medications, and medical devices will continue to be provided offline.
CNAS Shuts Down PIAS Platform Over the Weekend: Medical Services Offline
The National Health Insurance House announces the interruption of the PIAS platform from Friday evening until Monday morning. Medical services and medications will be provided offline.
Mureșan: Indexation of pensions and public sector salaries possible from 2027
Designated Prime Minister Siegfried Mureșan says that pensions and public sector salaries, which have not been indexed for two years, should be increased in the 2027 budget.
Foto ilustrativăUnemployment rose in August to 260,919 people, the majority aged over 55
ANOFM: unemployment rate reached 3.26% in August, with 260,919 registered. Over 65,000 are aged above 55, whilst 199,201 receive no unemployment benefit.
Peripheral Arteriography: the investigation that reveals blockages in the arteries of the legs and arms
Pain when walking, coldness in a limb, or wounds that won't heal may signal poor circulation. Peripheral arteriography pinpoints the exact location of the blockage and can be immediately followed by treatment.
Socola Study: 6 in 10 Romanians Quickly Forget Essential Details. When Should We Be Concerned
A study by the Socola Institute of Psychiatry in Iași shows that 6 in 10 Romanians quickly forget recent information, whilst 15% (double compared to last year) retain nothing of what they have just heard.
Palpitations, high blood pressure, chest pain: when you need a cardiologist
Not every palpitation, elevated blood pressure reading, or chest pain is a sign of heart disease. Find out which symptoms warrant medical evaluation and when it becomes an emergency.
ROBOR at three months rose to 5.93%, the highest level in the past seven months
The 3-month ROBOR index, used to calculate certain bank loan rates, has reached 5.93%, its highest level in nearly seven months.
Foto ilustrativăNazare, after meeting with S&P: budget execution, the main argument for maintaining the rating
The Finance Minister held discussions on Thursday with S&P Global Ratings regarding fiscal consolidation. The decision on Romania's sovereign rating is expected on 2 October.
Rising maintenance bills: pensioners fear the costs of this winter
Residents and property owners' association managers are warning that winter will bring costs that will be hard to bear, particularly for pensioners on low incomes.
Alexandru Nazare: there is no risk to the payment of pensions and salaries at this time
The Finance Minister says that Romania has arguments for maintaining its country rating and that there is no risk to the payment of pensions and salaries.
Radiotherapy in the treatment of lung cancer: when and how it is used
Radiotherapy plays an important role in the treatment of lung cancer, with the decision being made by the oncology board based on the tumour type and stage of the disease.
INSCOP Poll: over half of Romanians see no economic recovery; 61% among AUR voters
Only 10.3% of Romanians expect a clear improvement in the economy within 12 months. 51.2% do not believe in a recovery at all, a figure that rises to 61% among AUR voters.