Brazil's lower house approves removing health and education investments funded by Fundo Social from fiscal limits, advancing social sector funding amid fiscal policy debates.
Brazil’s budget committee has approved the 2026 sector reports highlighting a shortfall in health sector funding despite increased parliamentary amendments.
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.
Brazil's 2025 mental health forum and social reintegration trainings highlight prevention focus, workplace mental health, and enhanced public policy coordination.
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.
Brazil is moving forward with a proposed National Self-Care Policy aimed at promoting responsible health management and reducing strain on public healthcare.
Ceará trains over 120 professionals in a nationwide drug policy course while Maranhão approves a comprehensive drug dependence reintegration bill, advancing regional drug policy efforts in Brazil.
Brazil advances nursing autonomy through key legal decisions while Goiás enhances hospital efficiency with a new rotation system to reduce overcrowding.
Belo Horizonte's City Council approves a new municipal policy on mental health care dedicated to combating gambling addiction, especially from electronic games.
Brazil's legislative body advances a national mental health policy post-pandemic, enhancing access and care quality through SUS, with funding managed by the Ministry of Health.
Deputy Bruno Ganem has proposed two bills aiming to establish national policies that promote restorative sleep and public education on sleep health in Brazil.
Brazil launches DataMulheres platform and new women’s health and support policies, including breast cancer initiatives and pensions for feminicide victims' children.
Brazil's government announces a comprehensive healthcare expansion plan, including new units and specialist doctors to improve access in underserved areas.