Healthcare
Cambio to pay Region Dalarna's fines in Cosmic case
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Nine regions, including Region Dalarna, avoid paying 10 million kronor fines each for the illegal procurement of the Cosmic journal system. Supplier Cambio Healthcare will cover the costs per prior agreement. Konkurrensverket criticizes the arrangement but will not act in this case.
Residents of Chennai's Virugambakkam constituency are demanding better healthcare, infrastructure, and public amenities ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly election. Local welfare associations have pointed to issues including the lack of round-the-clock government hospitals, sewer overflows, and footpath encroachments. Traders at the Koyambakkam market seek piped drinking water after nearly two decades.
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Ahmed Elsobky, Chairperson of the Egypt Healthcare Authority, announced a significant surge in Egypt's medical tourism sector, driven by healthcare improvements. The sector generated about $8m in revenue in 2025, treating around 35,000 patients from 124 countries.
The Administrative Court of Appeal in Gothenburg has ruled that addendum agreements to the Cosmic contract for nine regions, including Region Dalarna, violated the law. Each region must pay 10 million kronor in procurement penalty fees following Tuesday's ruling. The Competition Authority prevailed after the Administrative Court had acquitted the regions.
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Four regional councilors from Samling för Dalarna unveiled plans on Tuesday for a 1.2 billion kronor renovation of Mora lasarett. The investment addresses 1970s operating rooms, work environment issues, and threats of fines following a prolonged process with setbacks.
The University of Miami Health System has deleted webpages on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives as well as gender-affirming services, according to information from Consumers’ Research. This action occurs amid pressure from the Trump administration to reduce transgender medicine and DEI programs. However, the system continues to offer these services and maintain related policies.
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Researchers at Uppsala University are launching a new treatment study to help young adults who have had cancer address issues related to sexuality and fertility. Around 40 participants aged 18-39 are involved in a 12-week internet-based program. The study is expected to include a total of about 250 people.
Only one of 44 motions approved in Region Dalarna
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