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Polish healthcare unprepared for another crisis. Experts: We did not learn lessons from the pandemic

The Polish health protection system is currently poorly prepared for crisis situations, such as further pandemics or natural disasters. Essentially, every element needs improvement: from personnel policy and funding...

National Recovery Plan Fuels Poland’s Digital Health Innovations

The Polish e-health platform is the fifth most advanced system in the EU, according...

Polish healthcare market on the rise – EY forecasts annual growth of 11% until 2028

According to an analysis by EY, the Polish healthcare service market is projected to...

Social stereotypes make it hard for men to seek help for depression. In health and education, their situation is more difficult than women’s

Education gap, poorer test results, lower chances for higher education, shorter lifespan, later retirement...

AI-Powered Digital Medicine Centres to Revolutionize Healthcare in Poland Through Data-Driven Innovations

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly present in medicine. Digital algorithms can enhance treatment through...

Poland Streamlines Oncology Funding But Geographic Barriers Remain

Refund decisions that enable patients to access modern therapies or move the most effective treatments to the first line of treatment are bringing Poland...

Polish Hospitals Lacking Data on Medical Errors, Putting Patients and Staff at Risk

In Poland, comprehensive data is not available regarding the number of medical errors and adverse events in hospitals and health care facilities. This stems,...

Poland’s Looming Medical Staff Crisis: Addressing Shortages and Ensuring Quality Healthcare

The shortage of medical staff has been a continuous problem in Poland over the years. Currently, the deficit is especially noticed among the key...

Aging Society Brings Challenges and Opportunities for Senior Policy

Currently, there are over 7 million people aged 65 and over in Poland. According to the Central Statistical Office (GUS) projections, by 2050, depending...

Innovation Still Lags in Polish Healthcare, Despite Progress

There is no shortage of innovators in the Polish healthcare system who introduce solutions or procedures that put them on the international stage, serving...

Mental Health Reform Moves Forward in Poland

As part of the pilot program, 100 mental health centers are already operating. More facilities will be launched in the first quarter of this...

Long Commute Times Linked to Increased Risk of Depression

Long commuting time to work is significantly linked to the severity of depression symptoms - a finding confirmed by Korean scientists. People whose commute...

Hospitals in Poland Facing Dire Financial Situation due to Rising Costs and Lack of Valuation Adjustments

The financial condition of county hospitals in Poland is extremely poor, as evidenced by increasing losses in operations and mounting debts. The situation has...

WADA updates list of banned substances, including tramadol, a popular opioid painkiller

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has updated the list of banned substances and methods in sports, which will be enforced in 2024. The list...

WHO Emphasizes Importance of Integrating Mental Health Services into Primary Healthcare

Nearly 60% of patients in Poland who needed mental health support did not seek help, fearing stigmatization. For every 100,000 citizens, there are only...

Study shows morning naps can improve cognitive function

Contrary to popular belief, morning naps after waking up are not harmful to our body - argue scientists from Stockholm University. It turns out that...

Poland faces epidemic of medical fake news

At least 44% of Poles have supported at least one false health-related claim, according to a study by GfK conducted last year for the...

Stanford Researchers Find Positive Link Between Abstinence and Brain Health

Continuous abstinence leads to improved brain condition in people who previously abused alcohol, scientists from Stanford University have proved. Researchers observed an increase in...

Polish Red Cross Urges Help for Gaza Amidst Humanitarian Crisis

Following the resumption of hostilities in the Gaza Strip in early December, the situation in the besieged enclave is dire and has spiralled out...

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