Flu Epidemic Declared in Belgrade, Serbia on the Verge of Declaring a National Epidemic

Flu Epidemic Declared in Belgrade, Serbia on the Verge of Declaring a National Epidemic

Serbia is experiencing a sharp increase in the number of flu cases, and the Belgrade City Institute for Public Health has declared a flu epidemic in the capital city. The clinical activity of influenz...

In Slovenia, Alcohol is Socially Accepted but Dangerous to Health

In Slovenia, Alcohol is Socially Accepted but Dangerous to Health

Slovenia is considered a country with a strong alcohol consumption culture, where drinking alcoholic beverages is socially accepted, but this carries serious risks for individuals' health. Alcohol is ...

The Ideal Balance of Sleep and Exercise for a Healthier Life

The Ideal Balance of Sleep and Exercise for a Healthier Life

New research has revealed the ideal balance between sleep and physical activity that can significantly reduce the risk of various diseases and premature death. Scientists analyzed data from over 70,00...

Stricter Rules Introduced for Doctors' Private Practice Within the Healthcare System

Stricter Rules Introduced for Doctors' Private Practice Within the Healthcare System

The Ministry of Health is introducing stricter rules for doctors' private practice, which has provoked reactions from medical associations. The new rules, which are expected to take effect at the begi...

Government Adopts Program for Prevention and Control of Malignant Diseases until 2028

Government Adopts Program for Prevention and Control of Malignant Diseases until 2028

At the proposal of the Ministry of Health, the Government has adopted the Program for Prevention and Control of Malignant Diseases for the period from 2026 to 2028. The Ministry of Health emphasized t...

Matjaž Returned Home: New Year's Victory for a Ten-Year-Old Boy

Matjaž Returned Home: New Year's Victory for a Ten-Year-Old Boy

The last few days were extremely difficult for ten-year-old Matjaž and his family. The boy, who has been battling a rare and complex disease his entire life, experienced a serious deterioration in his...

Certain Depression Symptoms Linked to Increased Dementia Risk

Certain Depression Symptoms Linked to Increased Dementia Risk

New research has revealed that not all symptoms of depression are equally linked to the risk of developing dementia later in life. While the connection between depression and dementia has long been kn...

How Much Caffeine is Safe to Consume During Pregnancy?

How Much Caffeine is Safe to Consume During Pregnancy?

Pregnant women often need to be cautious about their intake of various substances, and caffeine is one of them. As a stimulant, caffeine can affect blood pressure and heart rate, requiring special cau...

Popović Samardžić: New Collective Agreement Will Not Stop the Brain Drain of Medical Staff

Popović Samardžić: New Collective Agreement Will Not Stop the Brain Drain of Medical Staff

The president of the Doctors' Union, Milena Popović Samardžić, stated that the signed Branch Collective Agreement (BCA) will not fundamentally improve the situation in healthcare or prevent the depart...

Health Center in Podgorica, Tuzi and Zeta on Duty During Holidays

Health Center in Podgorica, Tuzi and Zeta on Duty During Holidays

During the New Year and Christmas holidays, the Health Center of the Capital City will provide on-call services in the Blok 5, Tuzi, and Zeta facilities. This organization aims to ensure continuous he...

Fines Issued for Food Preparation Irregularities Before New Year Holidays

Fines Issued for Food Preparation Irregularities Before New Year Holidays

The Food and Veterinary Agency (AHV) has issued 60 monetary fines totaling over 33,000 euros to operators and responsible individuals for identified irregularities during inspections conducted in the ...

Multiple Sclerosis, Cancer, and Flu: Health and Medicine Updates in Serbia and the Region in Late 2025

Multiple Sclerosis, Cancer, and Flu: Health and Medicine Updates in Serbia and the Region in Late 2025

In Serbia, around 9,000 people suffer from multiple sclerosis, which poses a significant challenge for both those affected and their families. A diagnosis of multiple sclerosis brings numerous changes...