Tracking health for Malta — coverage from the newsroom in Valletta.
Environment · Health17% of Malta's beaches rated poor in May 2026 tests. Learn which bays are unsafe, what's causing sewage contamination, and how to check current water quality.
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.
Health · PoliticsAfter UK law prioritizes British medical graduates, Malta now covers full specialist doctor salaries during UK training. What this means for healthcare costs.
Health · PoliticsMalta's ADPD reveals 973 deaths yearly are preventable. With just 1.2% spent on prevention vs 6% EU average, the party proposes systemic healthcare reforms.