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Hong Kong authorities will negotiate with operators in Guangdong to secure additional places for elderly residents amid rising demand for cross-border care homes. The number of Hongkongers using the scheme has grown ninefold since the end of 2022.

06 de maio de 2026 Reportado por IA

The Philippine House of Representatives has approved three bills on third and final reading, including two measures identified as priorities by the Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council.

Dozens of kidney failure patients in Indonesia have lost access to dialysis after their PBI JKN membership was suddenly deactivated. The Indonesian Medical Association warns of high death risks without the therapy, while the Social Minister insists hospitals must treat patients regardless. A DPR member urges prioritizing health rights over administrative procedures.

02 de fevereiro de 2026 Reportado por IA

A Câmara dos Deputados aprovou nesta segunda-feira, 2 de fevereiro, a Medida Provisória que institui o programa Gás do Povo, garantindo botijões de gás de cozinha gratuitos para famílias de baixa renda. Com 415 votos favoráveis, o texto agora segue para análise no Senado. O programa visa combater a pobreza energética e substituir o Auxílio Gás, beneficiando até 15 milhões de famílias até março.

State Secretary Minister Prasetyo Hadi says the government is open to proposals expanding the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program to include people with disabilities and street children. The statement was made in response to media questions on January 7, 2026. Additionally, President Prabowo Subianto emphasized improving procedural discipline in implementing the program.

31 de dezembro de 2025 Reportado por IA

The number of households consisting of a single person aged 65 or older in Japan has surged to 8.15 million in 2025. An expert panel from the Health, Labor and Welfare Ministry proposed in December a new system to support the livelihoods of these elderly individuals and handle post-death procedures. The system would cover funerals and identity verification for hospital admissions, with low or no cost options for those in financial hardship.