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Southern Hospital Scandal: 12 Death Investigations Launched

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The District Prosecutor’s Office in Warsaw is currently overseeing 12 separate investigations concerning patient deaths at the Southern Hospital (Szpital Południowy) in Warsaw, according to official statements from law enforcement authorities. These proceedings, which examine potential irregularities in medical care and facility management, have drawn significant public attention and prompted a series of formal statements … Read more

Poland’s Healthcare Crisis: NFZ Funding Cuts and Limit Overloads Push Patients to the Brink

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Poland’s healthcare system is facing a critical juncture as recent funding restrictions from the National Health Fund (NFZ) lead to widespread delays in essential diagnostic imaging and procedures. Starting in April 2026, the NFZ implemented changes to how it finances “over-limit” services—medical procedures performed beyond the initial contractual agreement between the fund and healthcare providers—effectively … Read more