Greek patients face some of the highest out-of-pocket costs and unmet medical needs in the OECD, underscoring persistent gaps in access, funding, and low confidence in the health system
The new AI tool is set to cut red tape, give Greek doctors faster access to patient records, and improve treatment.
Women in disadvantaged areas often lack information and self-esteem. Prevention accounts for 30% of the decline in cancer mortality among women aged 50 to 69.
Greek households pay more than double the EU average for healthcare costs not covered by public insurance, highlighting widening inequalities in Europe
The 28-year-old pregnant woman reportedly suffered organ failure after an allergic reaction to antibiotics.
The new digital gateway connects all hospitals under one digital roof, promising easier scheduling for patients nationwide and improving access to healthcare
Fatal medical error caused amid confusion in neurology ward at Tzanio Hospital, lack of supervision for nurse's aide
Her two sons, having been informed of the rapid decline in her condition, have reportedly expressed their willingness to proceed with organ donation.
Greece is the first country in the EU to pilot such a service, which will benefit around 139,000 citizens.
Patients in Greece wait an average of 22 months to access newly approved treatments by the European Medicines Agency.
New data from the Hellenic Statistical Authority shows a slight bump in health centers, but the healthcare system is still feeling the strain from staff shortages and limited capacity.
In Greece, as in much of Europe, home care services remain scarce, with only 6.7% of people with moderate disabilities and 24.8% of those with severe disabilities receiving in-home assistance.
Abu Dhabi-based PureHealth, one of the biggest healthcare companies in the Middle East, has reportedly signaled the purchase of a 60% stake in the Hellenic Healthcare Group, and for a reported consideration of 2.3 billion USD. CVC Capital Partners VI holds 90% of Hellenic Healthcare Group, a private hospital and diagnostics operator with a significant […]
"We are concerned with the financial stability of the health insurance companies as well as with the consumers," the minister stated.
In efforts to slash waiting lists, Mitsotakis said the Greek public will have access to 37,000 free evening surgeries as of Nov. 28.