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Portugal urged to turn obesity policy into action

21 October 2026 at 17:48
Portugal urged to turn obesity policy into action

Portugal already has much of the policy framework needed to tackle obesity – but people living with the disease are still waiting to see it translated into actual care, a

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Over 3,500 turn out for Mamamaratona in Quarteira

20 October 2026 at 16:33
Over 3,500 turn out for Mamamaratona in Quarteira

More than 3,500 people took part in this year’s Mamamaratona in Quarteira, turning Jardim Filipe Jonas into a hub of sport, health promotion and charity on October 18. Now in

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Portuguese cancer research project wins prestigious European award

16 October 2026 at 16:35
Porto Comprehensive Cancer Centre - European Commission

A pioneering cancer research project in northern Portugal has won the public vote at the 2026 REGIOSTARS Awards, recognising its work in bringing scientific advances closer to patients and expanding

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Parliament backs tighter SNS rules for non-resident foreigners

16 October 2026 at 16:18
Parliament backs tighter SNS rules for non-resident foreigners

Portugal’s Parliament has given its initial approval to proposals tightening the rules governing access to the National Health Service (SNS) for foreigners who do not live in the country, including

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