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Hernia Surgery: Faster Recovery Through Minimally Invasive Methods, More Common in Private Clinics Than in Public Hospitals
Over 60% of inguinal hernia operations in private hospitals are performed using minimally invasive techniques, compared to just 17% in public hospitals, according to a study based on CNAS data from 2019–2023.
Pension slip will feature QR code for public transport exemptions
The Senate has adopted a bill whereby pension slips will include a QR code or barcode for electronic verification of entitlement to free transport.
Romania ranks 4th in the EU for late HIV diagnoses, according to ECDC data
Over 60% of HIV cases in Romania are discovered at advanced stages. The country ranks 4th in the EU, after Croatia, Sweden and Bulgaria.
Foto ilustrativăCanned tuna and mercury: what a nutritionist says about the risks and serving sizes
Canned tuna may contain methylmercury. A psychonutritionist explains the differences between species, recommended quantities, and who needs to be more careful.
Ambulance Services in 17 Counties Without Funding for September. Union Calls for Budget Rectification
Ambulance services in 17 counties have no budget for material expenses in September. The union is requesting an additional 90,000–100,000 RON from the Ministry of Health.
Ambulances in 17 counties left without funds for material expenses in September
The Ambulanța Trade Union Federation announces that 17 counties do not have sufficient budget for September. Union members are calling for a budgetary rectification for the fourth quarter, otherwise operations could be affected from October onwards.
Parkinson's: why smokers appear to have a lower risk – researchers' new explanation
A study of over 500,000 people links carbon monoxide to a 30% lower risk of Parkinson's disease in non-smokers with higher levels of the gas. Specialists warn: this is not a reason to take up smoking.
17 Ambulance Services Without Funds to Cover September Expenses
Trade unionists are calling for an urgent budget revision, warning that without additional funding, only red code emergencies would be able to be covered in the fourth quarter.
Romania dropped 12 places in the global economic competitiveness rankings, to position 61
Romania ranks 61st out of 70 economies analysed in 2026, dropping 12 places compared to 2025. Poland climbed 11 positions, reaching 41st place.
PET-CT PSMA: the investigation that can change treatment in prostate cancer
PET-CT PSMA precisely localises lesions in prostate cancer, helping to determine the most appropriate treatment option between surgery, radiotherapy, or systemic treatment.
Foto ilustrativăRogobete warns: hospitals risk running out of emergency supplies
Former Health Minister Alexandru Rogobete warns that emergency departments risk running out of medical supplies, while intensive care and cardiovascular disease programmes are on the verge of losing their funding.
Foto ilustrativăRogobete warns: hospitals risk running out of emergency supplies
Former Health Minister Alexandru Rogobete warns that the lack of funding for Emergency Reception Units and Intensive Care Units is putting the lives of hospital patients at risk.
The Senate voted to phase out the CASS health insurance certificate by 2027
The Senate has adopted a bill whereby the physical proof of CASS health insurance coverage could be phased out by 31 December 2027, with insured status to be verified electronically instead.
Foto ilustrativăThe Senate wants to eliminate the CASS insured person certificate by 2027
The Senate has adopted a bill whereby the physical proof of CNAS health insurance will be gradually phased out by 31 December 2027, with insured status to be verified electronically.
Foto ilustrativăFoot saved from amputation through a modern procedure for blocked arteries
A man who had already lost one leg due to peripheral arterial disease was successfully treated through an endovascular procedure at SANADOR, avoiding the amputation of his other leg.
Foto ilustrativăWHO: 1 in 10 patients suffers medical harm, half could be prevented
WHO warns that one in ten patients suffers harm during medical care, with half of all cases being preventable. The risks are higher for chronic illnesses.
Study: memory begins to deteriorate around the age of 50, not in old age
Researchers from Binghamton University show that hippocampus-related memory decline can begin as early as between the ages of 20 and 50, rather than only in old age.
Study: the genetic link between gut health and depression
Australian researchers have discovered a strong genetic link between bowel disease and depression, which can reduce life expectancy by up to 12 years.
Paid sick leave: how many months of contributions are required and when it is not required at all
The law generally requires six months of insurance contributions within the last 12 months to qualify for paid sick leave. However, there are exceptions, such as medical emergencies or serious illnesses, where the benefit is granted without this requirement.
Romania has only 380 doctors per 100,000 inhabitants, below the Western European average
Eurostat: Romania has 380 doctors per hundred thousand inhabitants, compared to 400–450 in Western Europe. Specialists are concentrated in the major university centres.
Foto ilustrativăRomanians' Pensions Among the Lowest in the EU. Bulgaria Has Overtaken Us
The average pension in Romania is 2,821 RON, lower than in Bulgaria, Hungary, and Poland. Pensions have not increased in two years, while Romania has the highest inflation rate in Europe.
Foto ilustrativăHow Many Hours of Sleep Are Needed at Each Age, According to Doctors
Sleep requirements decrease with age: from 14–17 hours for newborns, to 7–9 hours for adults and 6–8 hours for those over 65, a pulmonologist explains.
Foto ilustrativăAutumn Squash: Few Calories, Many Nutrients. Benefits and Ways to Cook It
Psychonutritionist Gina Tăujan explains the benefits of pumpkin – rich in beta-carotene, fibre, and potassium – and shares ideas for simple autumn recipes.
Foto ilustrativăWest Nile Virus: 72 confirmed cases and 5 deaths in Romania in 2026
INSP reports 72 confirmed cases and 5 deaths from the West Nile virus between 3 July and 9 September 2026, well above the levels recorded in 2025.