Tracking health for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Politics · HealthPope Leo XIV's 'civilization' life stance intensifies EU-Vatican clash over abortion charter. Italy faces pressure as 70% doctor objection rates already limit access.
National News · HealthPorto Sant'Elpidio blast kills one, exposes dangers of expired LPG canisters. Learn Italy's safety standards and how to protect your home from gas disasters.
Health · PoliticsItaly's Senate suspends assisted dying bill. Discover what residents face without national law, your legal options, and why many travel abroad for end-of-life care.
Health · EconomyPiedmont heat protection now active: outdoor work banned 12:30-4 PM on high-risk days. Applies to agriculture, construction, delivery riders until August 2026.
Health · ImmigrationSuspected Ebola case in Cagliari tests negative. Italy's rapid response protocols worked successfully. Risk remains very low for residents nationwide.
Politics · HealthDisability benefits drop 13% under Italy's new reform while assisted dying debate stalls and wealth tax divides opposition. What residents need to know now.
Health · ImmigrationThird suspected Ebola case in Italy prompts Cagliari emergency response. Travelers from DRC and Uganda must now file mandatory declarations. Risk very low.
Economy · HealthSan Donato extends $40.5M contract managing Najaf teaching hospital, expanding Italian healthcare footprint across Middle East despite security challenges.
Economy · HealthItaly introduces gambling reforms in 2026 with €100 cash deposit caps, flexible self-exclusion tools, and strict operator licensing. Learn how new protections affect you.