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Greece expands cancer prevention and mobile health services
Overview
Greece is expanding its preventative healthcare initiatives through the ‘Prolamvano’ program, which provides free skin cancer screenings nationwide. Funded by the NSRF (ESPA), the initiative aims to integrate prevention into the core of the National Health System.
To ensure accessibility, initial screenings are being conducted through the Primary Healthcare network. The program utilizes modern technologies, including telemedicine, specialized equipment, and artificial intelligence, to support healthcare professionals in early detection. Special emphasis is placed on high-risk groups such as farmers, fishermen, outdoor workers, and residents of remote or island regions. When suspicious findings are identified, specialized Reference Centers manage the referral process for further examination or treatment. This effort leverages a network of health centers, mobile health teams, and specialized clinics within university and general hospitals.
Complementing these efforts, the Ministry continues to deploy Mobile Health Teams (KOMY) to remote areas. These teams perform specialized examinations—including abdominal and thyroid ultrasounds, spirometry, electrocardiograms, and blood tests—under the supervision of specialists from major hospitals. Recent data indicates that these Mobile Health Teams have reached over 70,000 citizens, with approximately 15,114 individuals receiving home-based care.
In the Municipality of Messinia, outreach continues through October, with scheduled visits to Hatzi, Kokkinou, Mathia, Petritsi, and Pelekanada. These units, operated by the National Public Health Organization (EODY), offer a range of services including blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol and glucose testing, and health counseling. Deputy Health Minister Eirini Agapidakis recently highlighted the program’s capabilities, noting its ability to utilize telemedicine connections to link mobile units with health centers. For citizens with severe mobility issues, home visits remain available via a dedicated telephone line.
Entities
Ministry of Health · Eirini Agapidakis · National Health System · Hellenic Cancer Federation · Mobile Health Teams
Claims
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- [● 3 SOURCES] The project is included in the ESPA Human Resources and Social Cohesion 2021-2027 program.
- [● 3 SOURCES] The total public expenditure for the project is 3,699,696 euros.
- [● 3 SOURCES] The project will be implemented by the Andreas Syggros Hospital in Athens in cooperation with the Hippocrateio General Regional Hospital in Thessaloniki.
- [● 3 SOURCES] The program targets high-risk groups including fishermen, farmers, and livestock breeders in remote areas.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The initiative will utilize dermatoscopy, teledermatology, and artificial intelligence for case prioritization and diagnosis.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The project can be expanded to other primary healthcare structures using the National Telemedicine Network (EDIT).
Timeline
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[HEALTH] 2 sourcesGreece Mobile Health Units reach 70,000 visits
Greece's Mobile Health Units have reached 70,000 visits, offering free preventive screenings and primary care. Programs continue in Messinia with scheduled community visits throughout October.
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[HEALTH] 2 sourcesMessenia preventive health screenings result in over 2,300 early diagnoses
Over 90,000 free preventive health screenings in Messenia, Greece, led to 2,328 early diagnoses for cancer and cardiovascular diseases through the ‘PROLAMBANO’ programs.
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[HEALTH] 2 sourcesMobile Health Teams in Greece reach 70,000 citizens
Greece's Mobile Health Teams have treated over 70,000 citizens in remote areas, using telemedicine and home visits to provide essential care to vulnerable and isolated populations.
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[HEALTH] 7 sourcesGreece launches free skin cancer screening for general population
Greece is launching a free skin cancer screening program for the general population, utilizing telemedicine and AI to support primary healthcare and high-risk groups.
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[HEALTH] 5 sourcesGreece expands free skin cancer screenings and mobile health services
Greece is expanding its ‘Prolamvano’ program, offering free AI-assisted skin cancer screenings and deploying mobile health teams for specialized medical exams in remote areas.
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[HEALTH] 16 sourcesGreece launches nationwide free skin cancer screening program
Greece is launching a nationwide free skin cancer screening program funded by ESPA, utilizing Health Centers and AI-driven tele-dermatology to reach remote populations and high-risk groups.
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[HEALTH] 3 sourcesGreece launches development of National Cancer Action Plan
Greece has begun developing a new National Cancer Action Plan to create a comprehensive roadmap for prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and palliative care through a collaborative multi-sectoral approach.
Sources
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