Intended to promote pediatric care throughout the month by means of scientific, educational and community events, the campaign Un abril por la pediatría (April for pediatrics) kicked off at a children’s hospital in the city of Guantánamo.
Digitization in diagnostic imaging benefits important Cuban hospital
The Abel Santamaria Cuadrado provincial hospital, the largest in the westernmost province of Pinar del Rio, has been benefiting for the past three years from the project to promote hospital digitalization in diagnostic imaging, which has an impact on the quality of medical care.
Cuban doctors involved in accident in Angolan province were airlifted to Luanda
Two of the four Cuban collaborators who were injured last week in the province of Moxico, in Angola, are since Sunday in Luanda under the care of professionals from the Meditex clinic.
Cuban health authorities explain procedures in pediatric cases of medical complexity
Publications in digital networks have reported in recent weeks the case of a 10-year-old Cuban boy who was treated in different health institutions in Havana, as part of the diagnosis and treatment of the diseases he suffers from.
Cuba to hold first “Una Sola Salud” Congress
In the context of the Convention Cuba Salud 2025, scheduled to be held on April 21 to 25, Havana will host the National Congress “Una Sola Salud” (One Health), intended to review the progress achieved by and strengthen the health-animal care-ecosystem links.
Cuba and the Red Cross hold high-level talks
The Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) initiated today in this city their 10th High-Level Talks.
Cuban and foreign scientists to receive highest award from the Cuban government
Exactly 61 personalities will receive Wednesday in Havana the Carlos J. Finlay Barre Order corresponding to 2024, the highest distinction of the Cuban government to nationals and foreigners for their contributions to the development of science for the benefit of mankind.
Cuban university hosts International Congress on Therapeutic Hypnosis and Related Techniques
Sponsored by the University of Medical Sciences of the eastern province of Santiago de Cuba, the 13th International Congress of Therapeutic Hypnosis and Related Techniques Hypnosantiago 2025 opens its doors from March 25 to 29 to promote specialized scientific exchange.
CUBA SALUD, a world conference to promote wellness
More than 3,000 delegates from 50 countries will attend the international conference CUBA SALUD 2025 and its two associated fairs, scheduled to be held on April 21-25 in Havana to discuss models of comprehensive health strategies and wellness, according to Ileana Morales Suarez, director of Science, Technology and Innovation of the Ministry of Public Health.
WHO: Washington Assistance Cuts Threaten Millions of Human Lives
Washington’s cuts of assistance to global health programs threaten millions of lives due to diseases like Malaria, HIV and TB, said World Health Organization (WHO) general director Tedros Adhanom.
Cuban scientific center celebrates 25 years treating ataxias in the country
For 25 years of uninterrupted work, the Center for Research and Rehabilitation of Hereditary Ataxias (Cirah by its Spanish acronym), located in the estern province of Holguin and the only one of its kind in Cuba, has been working to improve the quality of life of patients diagnosed with this pathology.
Cuban technology will bring healthcare services closer to patients
Cuban technological projects in the making will bring primary health care services closer to patients and make specialized medical care more efficient, according to Mayra Arevich Marín, Cuba’s Minister of Communications, who is participating in the Global Youth Summit 2025 of the International Telecommunications Union (ITU), under way in Matanzas province’s Varadero seaside resort.
Antigua and Barbuda highlights value of Cuban cooperation in health
Gaston Browne, Antigua and Barbuda's Prime Minister, highlighted the importance of Cuba's cooperation in the health system of his country and the entire Caribbean.
Cuba gives priority to childhood cancer care
An annual average of 450 children and adolescents face cancer disease in Cuba, a global health problem and a priority for the health system and the State, with a comprehensive program for its control and a national health care strategy.
U.S. doctor praises Cuba's health cooperation around the world
Samira Addrey, member of the board of the U.S. organization IFCO-Pastors for Peace, stressed that Cuba's collaboration with the world in the field of health care is a feat and a bastion of hope for many people which should be highlighted in these times marked by the aggressiveness against the island.