Health Care Category

Eye Laser Surgery in Malta

With Malta fast gaining a reputation as one of the top places to visit for health tourism, the innovative technique of eye laser surgery is becoming extremely topical. Although only specialist hospitals use this advanced method, this is available in Malta and is normally used to repair torn retinas or other complex eye problems. Anesthetic [...]

Monday, June 20th, 2011

Health Spas in Malta

Over the past couple of decades, health spas have become extremely popular, with many people seeking out a haven to escape the pressures of modern life, to detox and to feel relaxed and rejuvenated. Many holidaymakers also take advantage of such facilities whilst on vacation, and to cope with the demand, health and wellness spas [...]

Monday, April 5th, 2010

Marijuana Use in Malta

Marijuana, known as weed, cannabis, spliff etc, is an illegal drug in Malta. Maltese law takes a harsh stance against illicit drugs of any kind, even those categorised as “soft” drugs elsewhere. Importation of illegal drugs should not even be contemplated by anyone, even if it’s a small amount for personal use. Customs employ advanced [...]

Monday, January 4th, 2010

Mater Dei Hospital Malta

After much controversy, delays and overspending, Mater Dei hospital finally replaced the old and dodgy St. Luke’s hospital in June 2007 with the last of the personnel having migrated by November of the same year. The cost of the project had been initially predicted to be around 116m Euro, however the end cost reached over [...]

Sunday, September 27th, 2009

Cosmetic Surgery Malta

Cosmetic surgery has literally become a trend in today’s world, even in Malta. What was unimaginable just a few decades ago is now possible through developments in medical technology, such as plastic surgery. Improvements in safety procedures and reduction in prices is making this industry more and more popular everyday.

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009