Financial literacy: a pillar of economic, family and social well-being
Financial literacy is based on a very simple premise: the higher an individual's level of financial education, the more informed and effective their decisions tend to be throughout life. This relationship between knowledge and the quality of choices ceased long ago to be merely intuitive and is now widely recognised by organisations ...
Press review: More foreign doctors (but not in the NHS) and Spain as an obstacle to Centeno at the ECB
A press roundup reporting an increase in foreign doctors in Portugal — though not being brought into the SNS (Portuguese National Health Service) — and coverage that Spain is acting as a stumbling block to Mário Centeno’s prospects at the European Central Bank (ECB).
Revista de imprensa. Novo Banco avança para o Supremo contra Vieira e mensalidades de lares disparam
A press roundup reporting that Novo Banco has escalated legal action to the Supreme Court against Vieira, while monthly fees at residential care homes have risen sharply.
When INEM fails to arrive in time
Despite repeated technical assessments, confirmed financial capacity and clear structural proposals, the SNS and INEM keep failing to deliver timely emergency responses. This analysis points to implementation gaps — weak governance, fragmented coordination between national and regional bodies, staffing shortages and poor resource allocation — rather than lack of solutions; the result is delayed care that harms patients (including expats) and undermines public wellbeing. Addressing the problem requires transparent accountability, an independent audit of operational bottlenecks, data-driven redistribution of resources and political commitment to implement already-defined reforms.
15% of Portuguese already have a private family doctor
A survey by Nova SBE shows use of private-sector services rose from 11.8% in 2023 to 15.5% in 2025. The likelihood of relying exclusively on the SNS (Portugal's National Health Service) fell from 90% to 82% over three years.
André Pestana wants money transferred to private providers to be invested in the SNS
The candidate for the Presidency of the Republic says much of the state's health budget goes to private companies.
"Health has become a clear priority in the lives of the Portuguese, especially after the pandemic," says the leader of Saúde Prime
Although a roughly 10% rise in health insurance premiums is forecast for 2026, according to Aon's “2026 Global Medical Trend Rates Report”, the reality is that Portugal's health insurance market continues to grow. According to the latest data from the Insurance Observatory of ...
New year, different recipes: what are the benefits of making a weekly meal plan?
New year, new menu? Ricardo Felner investigated the virtues of a weekly meal plan to find out whether it’s just hype or if it actually helps organise meals at home.
Private emergency departments saw a 20% rise in demand between Christmas and New Year
Private hospital emergency departments experienced a roughly 20% increase in patient visits and demand for care during the period between Christmas and New Year.
Platform for accessing the social mobility allowance available until the end of the month
The online platform to access the social mobility allowance will be available until the end of the month, enabling eligible users to apply for or manage the subsidy.
Having children in Portugal is synonymous with madness
Large families in Portugal are a kind of silent resistance, where the daily logistical, financial and emotional efforts are immense. Column by Carmen Garcia.
Let's face the new year with optimism
This analytical piece urges readers to adopt an optimistic stance for the new year and to move past complaints about the recent increase in the retirement age. It explains that demographic shifts and the strain on social security systems underpin the policy change, outlines labour and legal implications for workers — including expatriates — and argues that better communication, phased implementation, retraining and age-friendly workplace measures would protect wellbeing while ensuring fiscal sustainability.
Government approves €600 million for Local Health Units and Oncology Institutes
The Ministries of Health and Finance authorised a fresh injection of €600 million for the Local Health Units and Oncology Institutes to regularise overdue debts.
14:00 — Number of people living in poverty has decreased
News bulletin reporting a decline in the number of people living in poverty.
Women in top positions earn less than men
Público reports that women in senior positions earn 26.5% less than men. The Guardian highlights Donald Trump, who claims he is closer to a peace deal for Ukraine.
5h. PCP rejects suggestion that the Portuguese lack 'mentality'
In response to Luís Montenegro's call for more 'mentality', the PCP demands better living conditions. Also, Rúben Amorim admits that Bruno Fernandes is irreplaceable at Manchester United.
Year-end Greetings from the Algarve: A Time for Gratitude and Confidence
Home Business Year-end Greetings from the Algarve: A Time for Gratitude and Confidence Year-end Greetings from the Algarve: A Time for Gratitude and Confidence As 2025 draws to a close, there's much to be grateful for here in the Algarve.
Compulsive shopping: How oniomania affects mental health
The impulsive, repetitive urge to shop has a name. Oniomania has profound effects on emotional well-being, owing to lies, loss of control over finances and feelings of guilt.
Obesity medications would cost the State between €194.8m and €954.4m over two years
The State would spend at least €194.8 million and up to €954.4 million to subsidise obesity medications for 170,405 patients who meet the criteria of the Integrated Care Pathway for People with Obesity over a two-year period.
28% of foreigners in Portugal live in poverty
Home News 28% of foreigners in Portugal live in poverty 28% of foreigners in Portugal live in poverty A quarter of foreigners in Portugal live in poverty, and the employment rate between men and women is more unequal than in the Portuguese population, according to the statistical portal Pordata.
Foreigners living in Portugal quadruple in seven years: 28.9% are in poverty or social exclusion
The number of foreign residents rises from 421,000 in 2017 to over 1.5 million by the end of 2024.
A quarter of foreigners in Portugal are in poverty
Among emigrants, “young people aged between 20 and 34 have been the most prevalent group, consistently representing over 50%”, the study reveals.
Multicare launches the first standard health insurance recommended by the ASF
Multicare, the health insurance provider of the Fidelidade Group, has just launched the Standard Conditions Health Insurance, in accordance with the recommendations of the Insurance and Pension Funds Supervisory Authority (ASF), the regulatory body for the sector. The new insurance meets the recommendations of the ASF.
Government amends the Statute of the Informal Caregiver to protect dependents
The monthly subsidy granted to the main informal caregiver has increased from 1 IAS (509.26 euros) to 1.1 IAS (560.19 euros).
