Health

Residents denounce deterioration of the El Campestre canal's slabs

The deterioration of the El Campestre canal's slabs has worried residents of this neighborhood for several weeks, who denounce that the situation has caused unsanitary conditions in the area.

Video: Manuel Salinas Found Lifeless After 48 Hours Missing

On the early morning of Monday, February 23, Mr. Manuel Segundo Jiménez Salinas left his home and headed to the fishing port on the banks of the Magdalena River in Yatí, a town in Magangué, Bolívar.

“She dreamed of his death”: wife of Jesús Crespo, guard who died in accident

The tragedy that ended the life of Jesús David Crespo, a 25-year-old security guard, continues to cause shock in Valledupar, not only because of how the accident occurred, but also because of the disturbing account that preceded the event. The young man died after being run over when he was on his way to work at the entrance to the Comfacesar sports complex, in events recorded on Monday, February 23.

Gym chain Smart Fit reached 2,000 locations in 2025 and projects over 340 openings in 2026

Portafolio Journalist 01.06.2026 07:45 Updated: 01.06.2026 10:23

Usme Hospital Partially Launched, But Problems Persist: Comptroller Alerted

One of the most important health projects in Bogotá is the Usme hospital, which will benefit approximately 500,000 people in that locality and surrounding areas, such as Ciudad Bolívar and Tunjuelito.

Procaps presents new corporate identity and redefines its brand after 50 years in Latin America

The renovation includes a new logo and updated color palette. Photo: Courtesy Procaps

Cecilia Quintero, the face of the patient exposing the deterioration of Colombia's health system

Cecilia Quintero, a 70-year-old woman who died in a medicine delivery waiting room. Photo: @ronnysuarez_

Are there effects in Colombia from the Sahara dust? This is what the Ideam reports on the phenomenon

The Institute of Hydrology, Meteorology and Environmental Studies (Ideam) reported on the permanent monitoring regarding atmospheric conditions associated with the transport of Sahara dust to the Caribbean.

Will Saharan Dust Affect Cartagena? Risk Management Responds

Saharan dust has once again become a topic of conversation in the Colombian Caribbean. However, meteorological and risk management authorities have sent a message of calm regarding this atmospheric phenomenon.

Femicides, Abuses, and Trafficking: The Brutal Toll of Violence Against Women in 2025

Maria* was 14 years old when she decided to speak out about what was happening in her own home. For months, she endured abuse in silence until a teacher noticed changes...

Assisted death in Canada: "With medicine we add years to life, but not always life to years"

The suffering of Jacques Poissant ended the day he asked his daughter if it would be "cowardly to ask for help to die". This retired Canadian insurance advisor...

They pressure them to show up: Controversy over Ministry of Health circular for officials to attend event

At a time when the health crisis in Colombia persists, visible in cases like the death of an elderly woman in Cúcuta while waiting for her medication, the Ministry of Health's call for a gathering to defend the model in Bogotá continues to cause outrage.