With nearly half of Belgians overweight, Wegovy’s arrival ignites public discussion on obesity treatment affordability, healthcare costs, and calls for official recognition of obesity as a biological disease
Doctors and specialists across Belgium have launched a nationwide strike to protest government healthcare reforms. While major disruption is limited in Brussels, other regions report widespread cancellations and symbolic protests
The program, which was initially launched as a pilot project on 1 February 2023, allows pharmacists to assist patients in gradually reducing their daily intake of sleeping pills through a structured step-down process
These issues disproportionately impact workers in rural areas, where medical facilities are often scarce. According to Maarten Hermans, the study’s lead author, Belgium ranks among the top five European countries where employment constraints hinder healthcare access
A new study by economist Johan Albrecht, commissioned by the think tank Itinera, warns that the shortage could lead to a crisis in the care industry, leaving some individuals unable to access necessary services
