Endometriosis Drug Visanne to Hit PBS, Slashing Costs

Endometriosis Drug Visanne to Hit PBS, Slashing Costs

Breakthrough for Endometriosis Sufferers: New Drug Added to Australia’s Subsidized Healthcare Program In a landmark decision for women’s health, Australians will gain access to a subsidized treatment for endometriosis, a chronic and often debilitating condition. The Australian government announced the addition of the drug Visanne to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) on Sunday, providing significant … Read more

Pink October: blood donation “For them”

Pink October: blood donation “For them”

The National Center for Blood Services (CENSSA) continues working to ensure the supply of blood and blood components for patients who depend on these vital resources. The “For them” campaign is promoted within the framework of Pink October, in order to raise awareness about the importance of blood donation, mainly to provide therapeutic support to … Read more

Companies join together to recruit 1,000 voluntary blood donors

Companies join together to recruit 1,000 voluntary blood donors

•The blood donation campaign “Sumá Liters, Sumá Vida” aims to unite efforts between companies in the financial sector in a common cause: saving lives through blood donation. •The initiative seeks to guarantee a permanent supply of blood nationwide. In a joint effort to promote solidarity and save lives, various companies in the country join the … Read more

They discuss the measurement of the work environment at the “Niños de Acosta Ñu” pediatric hospital

The socialization of Resolution DGRR.HH. No. 6563/2022 “By which the instrument for measuring the work environment is approved and the procedure for implementation in the dependencies of the Ministry of Public Health and Social Welfare is established” was carried out at the Pediatric General Hospital “Niños de Acosta Ñú”. The event was led by the … Read more

2024 Winter Vaccination Campaign: Priority Groups Urged to Receive Influenza and COVID-19 Doses at Vaccination Centers

2024 Winter Vaccination Campaign: Priority Groups Urged to Receive Influenza and COVID-19 Doses at Vaccination Centers

Priority groups to receive doses against influenza and COVID-19 must approach or be taken to the vaccination centers enabled within the 2024 winter vaccination campaign, which aims to reduce morbidity and mortality associated with the virus, especially among groups of risks. The ideal is for each family to approach its members who are within the … Read more

Everything You Need to Know About the International Electronic Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate

The Ministry of Health answers the most frequently asked questions about the International Electronic Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate. First, enter: and the electronic identity must be created. If you do not yet have an electronic identity, in The steps to create it are explained. With electronic identity, you can access various documents. In the “Health” … Read more

Being an organ donor transforms the hope of many people into a reality

Being an organ donor transforms the hope of many people into a reality

The number 271 is not just numbers, it is children and adults, men and women of Paraguay for whom an organ and tissue transplant is the only opportunity to continue living or to improve the quality of their existence. Any person over 18 years of age is considered an organ and tissue donor, unless they … Read more

Decrease in Influenza Consultations and SARS-CoV2 Infections – Weekly Report and Vaccination Information

In the last week, an 8% decrease in the demand for consultations due to influenza-type illness was reported. SARS-CoV2 is the predominant virus at the moment. The application of the annual vaccine protects against severe forms of the disease, available in the country’s vaccination centers. In the last week (SE) 46, consultations for influenza-type illness … Read more

Importance of Annual Vaccination: Decrease in Influenza Illness and Hospitalizations

Patient demand for influenza-type illness decreased 11% in the last week, but viruses continue to circulate, which is why the health ministry insists on the importance of annual vaccination against COVID-19 and influenza. Sentinel Surveillance shows that in the last week (SE) 44, consultations for influenza-type illness (ILI) at the country level have registered a … Read more

Reducing Hospitalizations and Deaths with Annual Influenza and COVID-19 Vaccinations

In the last one, a decrease in the demand for consultations due to influenza-type illness was observed. Accessing annual vaccination against influenza and COVID-19 reduces the risk of hospitalization and death from these diseases. In the last week (SE) 43, consultations for influenza-type illness (ILI) have registered a decrease of 14%, compared to the previous … Read more