Cacique Raoni’s palliative cancer care underscores Brazil’s comprehensive health policy approach that combines medical, cultural, and multidisciplinary support for indigenous and vulnerable populations.
Brazil's National Health Council approves a comprehensive digital health policy focusing on data integration, telehealth expansion, and digital literacy to enhance public health governance and equity.
Brazil approves a new national health policy to address the unique healthcare needs and inequalities faced by quilombola communities across urban and rural settings.
Programa Amparo Mulher in Estância integrates prenatal and delivery care, connecting local clinics with a maternity hospital to support pregnant women continuously.
Biolab and Sandoz collaborate to introduce Owozy, a semaglutide pen approved by Anvisa, targeting Brazil's high type 2 diabetes population with weekly injectable treatment.
The Brazilian Senate held a special session to celebrate ABEn's 100th anniversary, honoring its historical impact and discussing policies to enhance nursing professionals' recognition and working conditions.
Brazil's Anvisa issues warnings about AI-generated deepfake videos falsely promoting counterfeit health products using celebrity endorsements.
Fiocruz completes technology transfer enabling Brazil to produce dolutegravir locally, securing HIV treatment access for over 770,000 patients.
Brazil and Mozambique inaugurated Mozambique's first fully digital Public Health School in Maputo to enhance healthcare training and cooperation on July 13, marking a milestone in their 50-year partnership.
Brazilian scientists detect columnariose-causing bacteria in farmed fish for the first time, prompting vaccine research to protect aquaculture.
Brazil is adopting AI and Wolbachia-based biotechnology to combat mosquito-borne diseases and enhance early disease detection through wearable health devices, while addressing AI's limitations in mental health care.
Brazil advances with a National Health Policy in Schools and a state law in Goiás promoting sports to improve youth health and activity levels.
Brazil's Human Rights and Family Commission approved a state policy targeting ethnic-racial health disparities to promote equity in the Unified Health System.
Deputy Georgeo Passos criticizes Sergipe's health workforce plan as insufficient amid government efforts to restructure and increase staffing following a federal mandate.
The Brazilian Senate committee approved a bill to enhance psychological support and symbolic acknowledgment for families experiencing perinatal loss, introducing the purple butterfly emblem.
Brazil's Senate passes a pivotal bill to enhance vaccine production independence, now moving to presidential approval.
The Brazilian government unveiled the National Policy for Homeless Health Care, featuring new mobile health units and doubled outreach teams, aiming to provide integrated care for the homeless.
Jundiaí invests R$2 million to expand and modernize UBS Jardim Esplanada, strengthening primary healthcare coverage and infrastructure.
Brazil implements new national health policies to boost patient safety and support individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders.
Two bills in Brazil's Senate propose raising medical residency scholarships significantly to improve specialist training conditions and address payment depreciation.
Brazilian researchers develop nanoparticle RNA delivery to revolutionize treatments for psoriasis and vitiligo by silencing disease-causing genes.
Brazil advances health sovereignty with a key health conference and supports family farmers adopting hydroponic technology for greater autonomy and productivity.
Brazil has activated its Ebola contingency plan following WHO alerts about an escalating outbreak in Africa, emphasizing surveillance without travel restrictions.
Ju Massaoka recovers well after nearly losing her nose due to unauthorized PMMA injections during cosmetic surgery, highlighting risks of uninformed procedures.
New research shows antidepressant use during pregnancy does not directly increase autism or ADHD risk in children once genetic and environmental factors are considered.
Brazil's Health Commission will debate enforcement of the nursing salary floor amid funding concerns, alongside Fiocruz and UnDF's partnership boosting public health research.
Bahia prepares to inaugurate its first Novo PAC hospital in Alagoinhas, featuring advanced oncology and pediatric ICU services and generating over 1,000 jobs.
Hospitalar 2026 will host 85,000 professionals and over 1,200 exhibitors in São Paulo, highlighting healthcare innovation, technology, and business growth in Latin America.
Bahia's health authorities held a pre-workshop to bolster Brazil's National Health Surveillance Policy, emphasizing preparedness and integrated health system action.
Brazil grapples with rising judicialization in healthcare while advancing mental health policies and safety regulations in health services.
Brazilian scientists are driving major advances in medical technology, from innovative wound dressings to AI diagnostics and neurorehabilitation breakthroughs.
Brazil's Chamber of Deputies reviews a bill to declare Lenacapavir injection public interest, aiming to improve affordable access to HIV treatment via the public health system.
Mogi das Cruzes initiates a multi-location health campaign offering flu vaccinations, STI testing, and clinical services for priority groups through April 23, 2026.
Brazilian companies must now inform employees about cancer diagnostics and HPV vaccination under new law, coupled with advancements in cancer treatment production for public health.
Brazil faces a surge in smoking and e-cigarette use amid public health warnings about associated risks and industry influence.
The Grande ABC region formalizes an encompassing regional medicinal cannabis policy to bolster health access, research, and economic development.
Brazil commemorates 10 years of CTVacinas with a significant government investment to advance domestic vaccine development, aiming for technological sovereignty and improved public health.
A national meeting in Brasília marked 20 years of Brazil’s comprehensive women's health policy, emphasizing key health issues and complementing efforts to combat gender political violence.
Brazil makes strides in tuberculosis detection and HPV vaccination while facing new challenges with the spreading Oropouche virus.
Brazil's Senate approves bill ensuring priority free surgeries and psychological aid for women victims of violence, while a public hearing highlights statistics and legislative alignment for tackling violence against women.