Tracking health for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Politics · HealthEuropean Parliament pushes for unified rape definition based on affirmative consent. Portugal already compliant with Istanbul Convention. New training standards and EU support coming in 2026.
Health · National NewsHealth professionals demand Portugal expand adult vaccines. Cost barriers keep residents from shingles, RSV, and pneumococcal protection. What's covered now.
Politics · HealthParliament votes May 6 on critical reforms: hospitals need 72 hours backup power, fuel caps triple. What changes for residents and healthcare.
Health · National News1,200 doctors refused specialty training in 3 years, worsening Portugal's healthcare crisis. Family doctor shortage hits 1.6 million. What it means for you.
Health · PoliticsUK Parliament lets assisted dying bill expire after 1,200 amendments. How Portugal's 2023 law works differently and what expats should know about access.
Health · EconomyDiscover how workplace stress impacts Portugal's economy and your rights. New regulations, mental health risks, and employer obligations explained.
Transportation · HealthPortuguese Navy coordinates emergency medical evacuation of cruise passenger near Azores. Learn how maritime rescue operations protect travelers in mid-Atlantic waters.
Health · National NewsMalaria deaths surge in Sofala province. Learn how to protect yourself with nets, vaccines, and prevention strategies for residents and travelers.
Politics · HealthCatholic Church endorses stricter gender transition rules for minors while demanding increased state funding for schools and social services in Portugal.