Ministerio de Salud

Disulfiram Implants: New Hope for Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment in Chile | Clínica Pellet Chile

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The persistent challenge of alcohol employ disorder continues to demand innovative treatment approaches. In Chile, a recent study is generating considerable interest for its findings on the efficacy of disulfiram implants as a tool to support long-term abstinence. With approximately 34.6% of Chilean adults reporting alcohol consumption in the last month, and nearly half admitting … Read more

RSV Vaccine 2026 Chile: Who Should Get Vaccinated & Symptoms to Watch For

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Chile Launches 2026 Vaccination Campaign with Focus on Respiratory Viruses Santiago, Chile – On March 1st, 2026, the Chilean Ministry of Health (Minsal) initiated its annual vaccination and immunization campaign, a proactive measure taken for the second consecutive year to safeguard the population against prevalent respiratory viruses. The campaign encompasses vaccinations against influenza, COVID-19, pneumococcus, … Read more

Colombia: Measles Alert & Vaccination Drive | Health Ministry Update

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The specter of measles is once again raising concerns globally, and Colombia is taking proactive steps to prevent outbreaks. Following the investigation of three suspected cases of measles, the Colombian Ministry of Health has issued Circular No. 004 of 2026, aiming to strengthen vaccination efforts, enhance epidemiological surveillance, and prevent the importation of new cases … Read more

Bogotá Measles Case: Imported Infection Sparks Communication Debate

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Colombia Investigates Potential Imported Case of Measles in Bogotá, Sparking Public Health Response Bogotá, Colombia – Health authorities in Colombia are currently investigating a suspected case of measles in a 30-year-old man who recently traveled internationally, specifically from Mexico. While the initial diagnosis by Bogotá’s health authorities pointed to an imported case, the Ministry of … Read more

Tet Holiday: Petition to Prevent Medicine Price Hikes

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Vietnam Strengthens Measures to Stabilize Drug Supply and Prices During Tet Holiday Vietnam is taking preventative measures to ensure a stable supply of medicines and prevent price gouging during the Tet (lunar New Year) holiday and in response to potential disease outbreaks. The Ministry of Health (MOH) is directing organizations to maintain 24/7 pharmaceutical sales, … Read more