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Health Minister Addresses Concerns Regarding Public Hospital Conduct

Published February 19, 2026, 09:25

The Minister of Health, Neofytos Charalambidis, emphasized the importance of respect and empathy towards patients and their families in public hospitals, responding to complaints about the quality of care. He stressed that healthcare is not limited to medical practice but also includes a human approach and providing support during a difficult time for patients. The Minister pledged to immediately investigate every complaint of negligence, while also warning against targeting hospital staff. He also announced the repetition of seminars to train staff on how to behave towards patients and their families.