The Algarve has recorded the lowest rate of chronic illness in Portugal, according to recent health data that highlights significant regional differences in long term health conditions. The findings suggest that residents in the Algarve experience comparatively better health outcomes, particularly in relation to conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and respiratory illnesses. Health experts […]
Portugal recorded a dramatic rise in the sale of medications designed to treat obesity during 2025, reflecting a sharp increase in demand for new pharmaceutical treatments that help patients manage weight and related health conditions. Pharmacy sector data shows that more than half a million packages of obesity related medication were sold last year, marking […]
Portugal’s medicines regulator has suspended the sale of several batches of an antidepressant after quality concerns were identified during routine controls, raising fresh attention on drug safety oversight. Infarmed announced that nine batches of Sertralina toLife, in both 50 and 100 milligram film coated tablets, are being withdrawn from the market following the detection of […]
