Prostate cancer screening for men turning 55
PL proposes introducing prostate cancer screening specifically for men at the age of 55.
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PL proposes introducing prostate cancer screening specifically for men at the age of 55.
PL plans to extend access to insulin pumps to a wider group of patients, building on the existing provision of these devices.
PL plans to establish a new multi-modality clinic in Qawra as part of its wider healthcare proposal. The clinic would form part of efforts to strengthen primary care services.
PL proposes extending the operating hours of health centres in Qormi, Gżira, and Rabat Gozo to 24 hours a day. The plan is part of a broader primary care strategy aimed at reducing pressure on hospitals.
PL proposes introducing a lung cancer screening programme targeted at individuals identified as high risk.
PN proposes a system under which medicines would be delivered directly to elderly people's homes at no charge. The measure aims to remove the need for older residents living independently to collect their medication in person.
PL proposes lowering the eligible age for breast cancer screening and bowel cancer blood tests from the current threshold to 45 and over.
PL proposes extending free continuous blood glucose monitors to patients living with Type 2 diabetes. The devices are currently provided only to patients with Type 1 diabetes, gestational diabetes, and post-pancreatectomy diabetes.
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The Labour Party proposes to strengthen the Crisis Resolution Home Treatment service, which provides assistance to people experiencing mental health difficulties directly in their homes.
The Labour Party proposes to increase the number of free IVF cycles available to patients from three to five, as part of continued government investment in IVF services.
Labour proposes a masterplan for the development of Gozo General Hospital, St Luke's, Karin Grech, and Sir Paul Boffa hospitals, spanning 15 years with an expected investment of €1.5 billion. The plan aims to strengthen preventive care, improve patient recovery, provide a better environment for healthcare professionals, and further reduce waiting lists.
The Nationalist Party proposes introducing mental health support services within schools.
The Nationalist Party proposes a zero percent income tax rate for five years for Maltese medical specialists who return to work in Malta.
The Labour Party proposes lowering the eligible age for breast cancer screening from its current threshold to 45 years. The measure would extend access to earlier screening for a broader group of women.
Labour announced two further proposals related to women's health and family as part of its electoral platform, though the source text does not provide details of these measures.
PN proposes to raise the stipends of health sector students up to the level of the minimum wage.
The Labour Party proposes installing a robotic pharmacy at Gozo General Hospital. The system would be used to prepare chemotherapy treatment locally, allowing patients in Gozo to receive the treatment without travelling to Malta.
The Labour Party proposes continued investment in public welfare, including access to generic medicines, expansion of IVF services, and development of elderly care facilities such as San Vinċenz de Paul.
PN proposes that every worker in Malta would have the right to regular physical and mental health screening, paid for by the State. The screenings would be delivered through existing healthcare services and integrated into a planned National Health Park in Selmun, shifting the health system toward prevention rather than reaction.
The Labour Party proposes to extend the government's existing scheme — which covers travel and accommodation costs for parents accompanying minors receiving medical treatment abroad — to also cover one accompanying person for adult patients sent overseas for care.
Labour proposes to introduce mental health services at MCAST, the Junior College, and the University of Malta. Students would have access to workshops on stress, sleep, and time management, peer support groups, and individual therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, or eating disorders.
Labour proposes to launch a national BMI screening programme in schools to identify children at risk of obesity from an early age. Children flagged by the programme would be referred to a professional who, together with parents, would design a personalised plan including a balanced diet and physical activity programme.
PN proposes building a new 400-bed general hospital in Gozo at a cost of €350 million, to be designed immediately as part of the national hospital network. The facility would include the latest medical technology and a helipad near the emergency department.
The Labour Party proposes that every person would be entitled to a free mental health check-up with a psychologist of their own choosing. The measure is part of PL's electoral manifesto and would be implemented if the party wins the 30 May 2026 general election.
The Labour Party proposes to expand the existing free gym scheme and introduce additional free physical activity options for residents of Malta and Gozo as part of its electoral manifesto.
PN proposes a National Health Park at Selmun, incorporating Fort Campbell, to serve as a centre for lifestyle, rehabilitation, and prevention, with an estimated investment of €20 million. The plan would also provide all workers in Malta with free regular physical and mental health screening.
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