Latest news and stories about public health in health in Lisbon, Lisboa, Portugal for expats and residents.
The Portuguese National Health Service is launching lung cancer screening pilot projects at the Gaia/Espinho and Santa Maria local health units following a new government order.
Artificial intelligence is revolutionising tuberculosis diagnosis by enabling rapid identification via chest X-rays, helping to combat the disease's stigma and improve early intervention for respiratory conditions.
The European drug report from the Lisbon-based European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction points to an increase in the consumption of cocaine and synthetic substances. This year's report, published this morning, also shows that supply routes and methods for trafficking illicit cannabis are evolving.
The 'NEMESIS for You' platform, developed by the National School of Public Health at the NOVA University of Lisbon, is available in nine languages
An overview of the presence of PFAS chemicals in Europe, Portugal, and Lisbon, highlighting the urgent need for action.
Environmental association points out that children “are breathing very worrying levels of toxic gas”.
On National Obesity Awareness Day, researchers discuss how media messages, social influence, digital contexts, and misinformation shape what we eat.
The Director-General of Health of Cape Verde said today that Cape Verdean authorities are updating the contingency plan against the Ebola virus and have reinforced health controls at the archipelago's entry points.
The Human Milk Bank at the Alfredo da Costa Maternity Hospital has collected approximately 6,700 litres of human milk since its creation in 2009, supporting an average of 240 premature newborns per year.
The former Director-General of Health, Graça Freitas, rejected the idea this morning that there was any laxity in the licensing authorisation for the administration of COVID-19 vaccines. Heard this morning at the Assembly of the Republic, at the request of the Chega party regarding the process, the former director assured that everything was done according to the rules and with the utmost care.
In total, 44,123 mosquitoes from 22 species and 48,503 eggs of invasive species were identified.
Fertility needs to be on the European political agenda as a public health priority. This was the central message of the 'Tackling Infertility' summit, which brought together policymakers, experts, and representatives of patient associations from several European countries in Lisbon.
The initiative comes in a context where Portugal continues to have above-average rates regarding HIV and hepatitis. More than 50 pharmacies in Lisbon will provide free and rapid screenings.
Lisbon, Alentejo, and Braga are launching a pilot prostate cancer screening program for 20,000 patients, focusing on populations with limited access to healthcare and the early detection of the disease.
The overwhelming majority were performed by the woman's choice within the first ten weeks. The Lisbon and Tagus Valley region accounted for more than half of the pregnancy terminations that occurred in 2024.
The Portuguese government is set to initiate a pilot programme aimed at screening for prostate cancer.
Tender opened by the hospital for a USF-C in Lumiar contested: “They want a low-cost unit”, says owner of a bidding company
The General Inspectorate for Health Activities identified 511 surgeries with overpayments. Reimbursement will be requested from the 28 team members who participated in the additional activity scrutinised between 2021 and 2025. Miguel Alpalhão, the specialist at the centre of the case, has not received any official information.
The evolution of family planning in Portugal and the challenges for the coming decades were discussed this Wednesday at a conference organised by Gedeon Richter, marking 50 years of these policies in the country. Expresso was involved as a media partner.
A flexitarian diet, richer in vegetables, would save thousands of lives in Portugal, argues Marco Springmann. 'It makes no sense to serve beef in public canteens,' he warns.
The coordinator of the Voice Unit at Egas Moniz Hospital warned today about the increase in cases of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) in the larynx, including in children, some of whom end up needing a tracheostomy to be able to breathe.
The answer is yes, according to a study released this Friday by the Nova University of Lisbon.
A team led by Portuguese scientist Nuno Faria has reconstructed the 1857 yellow fever epidemic in Lisbon. While the risk in Portugal remains low, the researcher warns that climate change and the spread of mosquitoes like Aedes albopictus necessitate increased vigilance and public health preparedness for mosquito-borne diseases.
The problem affects health centres within the São José and Santa Maria Local Health Units and is caused by the failure of subcontracted cleaning companies to pay their employees.
The 2nd National Congress on Health and Environment takes place today and tomorrow in Lisbon. “It is crucial to communicate that health and the environment are inseparable,” argues the Portuguese Council for Health and Environment.
Health and environment will be debated by more than 100 experts at the National Congress on Health and Environment at the Gulbenkian. One of the main topics is the impact of environmental changes on health.
The fragility of trust in health has never been so visible, she stated, also lamenting that there are situations where perception prevails over facts.
This Monday, April 6, marks World Physical Activity Day and the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace. These simultaneous observances highlight the importance of regular exercise for health and the role of sport in social inclusion, education, and peace. In Portugal, the occasion is marked by initiatives from local authorities, academic institutions, and public bodies. Notable events include a joint programme by the municipalities of Lisbon, Oeiras, and Cascais, featuring the partial closure of the Avenida Marginal on April 12 for running, walking, and cycling. The Champalimaud Foundation is also hosting a community walk, while the Portuguese Institute of Sport and Youth is promoting the #BEACTIVE programme to encourage movement in schools and workplaces. Despite these efforts, the article notes a contrast between physical activity levels and alcohol consumption in Portugal compared to other OECD countries.
A pregnant woman transported from Barreiro gave birth before entering the emergency department of Santa Maria Hospital in Lisbon.
