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.
Brazil and South Korea sign strategic health cooperation agreements with R$1.1 billion investment to boost domestic production of critical medicines and foster biomedical innovation.
Mato Grosso and Goiás deputies propose state policies to encourage spinal injury research and improve early cancer diagnosis, highlighting advances in health innovation and preventive care.
UFRJ has developed Polilaminina, a new drug aimed at reversing paralysis from spinal cord injuries, with clinical trials recently authorized by Anvisa.
To combat methanol poisoning risks during the 2026 Carnival, Paraíba's State University rolled out innovative detection kits utilizing colorimetric technology, safeguarding public health after a deadly 2025 outbreak.
Brazil's federal government commits R$131.9 million to expand and improve health care infrastructure and services in Espírito Santo municipalities impacted by the 2015 Mariana dam disaster.
Brazil’s Ministry of Health relaunches the Brasil Saudável program in 2026, aiming to eliminate major infectious and socially determined diseases by 2030 through intersectoral collaboration and secured funding.
Brazil experienced a 15% increase in workplace absences due to mental health issues in 2025, affecting over 546,000 workers, particularly in precarious jobs like retail and cleaning, with significant economic impact and delayed regulatory responses.
UFSC's pioneering study and a hospital-led educational event highlight transgender health outcomes and anti-transfobia efforts in Brazil.
Brazil responds to soaring chronic diseases and maternal health risks with major health programs and substantial public investment.
Brazil struggles with low COVID-19 vaccination coverage, especially among children, despite ongoing efforts and public health initiatives.
Belo Horizonte has passed a new law targeting gambling addiction, focusing on prevention, treatment, and education amid rising online betting concerns.
Fiocruz's II Seminar STEM na Saúde aims to enhance female participation and mentorship in STEM fields through a two-day hybrid event in Rio de Janeiro.
Brazil's Chamber of Deputies approves a landmark law creating a national policy to improve diagnosis, treatment, and awareness for lipedema within the public health system.
Young Brazilian football players face significant mental health risks due to performance pressure, necessitating improved psychological support and awareness of warning signs.
Rio Bonito and São Gonçalo join forces to effectively implement Brazil's Integral Health Policy targeting the black population, addressing health disparities and advancing equitable healthcare.
Jair Bolsonaro remains stable after surgery to treat persistent hiccups, with possible hospital discharge by the end of the week and a follow-up endoscopy scheduled.
The University of Brasília partners with ABDI to create a rapid methanol detection test for alcoholic beverages, aiming to prevent poisoning and improve consumer safety.
Hospital Moinhos de Vento in Porto Alegre has become one of the few globally to earn the highest HIMSS level 7 certification for digital maturity, enabled by MV's advanced technology solutions.
Innovative Brazilian health technologies using AI and nanotech are achieving national awards and international expansion, enhancing public and corporate health.
Syphilis cases among pregnant women in Brazil are rising sharply, with increased risks of congenital syphilis and challenges in diagnosis and treatment that threaten public health.
Brazil has implemented a State Patient Safety Policy in Piauí alongside a federal project law to regulate soil and agricultural safety following floods, advancing public health and environmental protection.
Brazilian institutions Fiocruz Brasília and Ufal host key international delegations to strengthen collaboration in health and education research.
Brazil has made Sala Lilás a permanent policy within the SUS health system, providing specialized support spaces for women affected by violence.
Brazil's Chamber of Deputies holds a hearing on dietary supplement risks and benefits amid Anvisa's ban on unregistered products.
Brazil's 2025 mental health forum and social reintegration trainings highlight prevention focus, workplace mental health, and enhanced public policy coordination.
Brazil marks the lowest AIDS deaths in over 30 years and eliminates mother-to-child HIV transmission in 2024, driven by strong health policies and treatment access.
Brazil is advancing a National Self-Care Policy and a men's health initiative to promote prevention, reduce healthcare pressure, and address gender-specific health barriers.