Tracking health for Malta — coverage from the newsroom in Valletta.
Health · Environment45 deaths across Europe as heatwaves intensify. Learn how Malta residents can protect themselves and vulnerable neighbors from extreme heat with proven survival strategies.
Health · National NewsMalta distributes only 50-150 needles per drug user yearly, far below WHO's 200 minimum. Discover how policy gaps increase disease risk and what structural change requires.
National News · Health18 people died in Malta fireworks factory explosions since 2010. Learn which areas face the highest risk and what safety gaps persist despite EU standards.
Environment · Health15 of 87 Malta swimming zones flagged unsafe in May 2026 due to sewage pollution. Health risks from E. coli bacteria. Check weekly safety updates before swimming.
Tourism · Health21-year-old Zak McGowan critically injured after three-storey fall in Mellieħa on May 24. Family fundraiser tops £10,400 as investigation continues.
Environment · HealthMystery fuel smell plaguing Paola, Żabbar, Vittoriosa for 10+ days in May 2026. What residents report, ERA investigation status, and protective steps to take now.
Transportation · HealthCar accidents in Malta bring hidden costs beyond repairs: €50K+ in legal fees, therapy, lost wages, and insurance battles. What residents need to know.
Politics · National News · Economy · HealthAdrian Delia demands transparency on €885M hospital payments and Malta's €11.4B debt amid new €1.5B health masterplan. Opposition scrutiny intensifies.
Health · National NewsMalta nurses warn Mount Carmel's refurbished psychiatric garden poses escape and self-harm risks to patients. Health Ministry ignored safety concerns.