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National premiere of documentary "Women from the Sea - Azores" scheduled for July 7 in Horta
National premiere of documentary "Women from the Sea - Azores" scheduled for July 7 in Horta
Secretaria Regional da Saúde e Segurança Social
mySaúde Açores app featured in conference cycle in Vienna
mySaúde Açores app featured in conference cycle in Vienna
Secretaria Regional da Saúde e Segurança Social
Regional Government wants to implement foster care system
Regional Government wants to implement foster care system
July 4, 2025
National premiere of documentary "Women from the Sea - Azores" scheduled for July 7 in Horta
June 30, 2025
mySaúde Açores app featured in conference cycle in Vienna
June 20, 2025
Regional Government wants to implement foster care system
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Nota de Imprensa
July 4, 2025
National premiere of documentary "Women from the Sea - Azores" scheduled for July 7 in Horta
The documentary "Women from the Sea – Azores," directed by Raquel Martins for Help Images and sponsored by the Regional Government through the Regional Secretariat for Health and Social Security, portrays the social, professional, cultural and, above all, emotional connection between the Azoreans and the sea It provides a unique perspective through the eyes of Azorean women and/or women who, although not born in the Region, chose to live here. This work, which will premiere nationally at the Teatro Faialense, in Horta, on July 7, achieves a double purpose set by the Regional Government: promoting gender equality and promoting the Azores sea, which represents almost 60% of the national Exclusive Economic Zone (57%) and approximately 30% of the European. Its importance is fundamental for promoting the sustainable development of the Region, the country and the European Union, and for harnessing the potential of the blue economy. Among the 17 Sustainable Development Goals established by the United Nations General Assembly, the documentary addresses two in particular: promoting gender equality, with the empowerment of all women, and protecting marine life. Regarding the former, although all Azoreans have a deep, visceral and unavoidable connection with the sea that stretches to the horizon, it is a source of livelihood for many families. It is also the last frontier that challenges scientists and academics - historically, it has long been associated with the male world, from the whalers of yesteryear to the fishermen of today, to the first scientists and sportsmen who dived into its depths and challenged its waves, but much has changed in the meantime. This documentary proves that change is still possible, encouraging girls and young women to recognise themselves in what is a literal sea of opportunities, which is also their legacy and may well be their future, whether as fishers, surfers, scientists, whale watching tourism promoters or as entrepreneurs in the maritime transport or energy sectors, in an endless sea of opportunities that unfolds before our eyes. As for the protection of marine life, the Azoreans have always shown great respect for the sea and its fauna and flora. Even though traditional whaling did not threaten cetaceans with extinction, unlike other massive industrial whaling practices around the world, the locals still managed to reinvent themselves and transformed whaling into whale watching, factories into cultural facilities, and boats into sports and recreational vessels. The protection of marine life is one of the main pillars of the Azorean economy. With this documentary, the Regional Government joins Help Images to pay tribute to the women from the sea in the Region.
July 4, 2025
National premiere of documentary "Women from the Sea - Azores" scheduled for July 7 in Horta
The documentary "Women from the Sea – Azores," directed by Raquel Martins for Help Images and sponsored by the Regional Government through the Regional Secretariat for Health and Social Security, portrays the social, professional, cultural and, above all, emotional connection between the Azoreans and the sea It provides a unique perspective through the eyes of Azorean women and/or women who, although not born in the Region, chose to live here. This work, which will premiere nationally at the Teatro Faialense, in Horta, on July 7, achieves a double purpose set by the Regional Government: promoting gender equality and promoting the Azores sea, which represents almost 60% of the national Exclusive Economic Zone (57%) and approximately 30% of the European. Its importance is fundamental for promoting the sustainable development of the Region, the country and the European Union, and for harnessing the potential of the blue economy. Among the 17 Sustainable Development Goals established by the United Nations General Assembly, the documentary addresses two in particular: promoting gender equality, with the empowerment of all women, and protecting marine life. Regarding the former, although all Azoreans have a deep, visceral and unavoidable connection with the sea that stretches to the horizon, it is a source of livelihood for many families. It is also the last frontier that challenges scientists and academics - historically, it has long been associated with the male world, from the whalers of yesteryear to the fishermen of today, to the first scientists and sportsmen who dived into its depths and challenged its waves, but much has changed in the meantime. This documentary proves that change is still possible, encouraging girls and young women to recognise themselves in what is a literal sea of opportunities, which is also their legacy and may well be their future, whether as fishers, surfers, scientists, whale watching tourism promoters or as entrepreneurs in the maritime transport or energy sectors, in an endless sea of opportunities that unfolds before our eyes. As for the protection of marine life, the Azoreans have always shown great respect for the sea and its fauna and flora. Even though traditional whaling did not threaten cetaceans with extinction, unlike other massive industrial whaling practices around the world, the locals still managed to reinvent themselves and transformed whaling into whale watching, factories into cultural facilities, and boats into sports and recreational vessels. The protection of marine life is one of the main pillars of the Azorean economy. With this documentary, the Regional Government joins Help Images to pay tribute to the women from the sea in the Region.
Nota de Imprensa
June 30, 2025
mySaúde Açores app featured in conference cycle in Vienna
Last week, the presentation of the mySaúde Açores project was part of the Connectathon conference cycle, which took place in Vienna, Austria. Under the theme "A Regional Approach to Health Data Exchange: The Azores Interoperability Project," the presentation was delivered by Paulo Brás, Director of Information Systems at the Divino Espírito Santo Hospital. mySaúde Açores, which already has nearly 17 thousand registrations, has been recognised for its innovative nature and ability to put technology at the service of users, streamlining processes and making access to health care more equitable and inclusive. The project is an essential part of the development and implementation of the Azores Health Information Repository and its respective portals, including mechanisms for interoperability with local systems (MUSA - Single Health Model in the Azores). “The international recognition strengthens the role of the Autonomous Region of the Azores as a pioneer in finding innovative solutions in the area of health, showing itself capable of overcoming the barriers of geographical isolation and facing the challenges facing outermost regions, with users and their well-being as the main focus,” stated the Regional Secretary Mónica Seidi. "The project also demonstrates how an island region is responding to the challenges of integration and secure sharing of clinical data with effective technological solutions," he continued. Since its launch on January 28, 2025, mySaúde Açores has been streamlining access to health services for the Azorean population, whether through the app or the web portal. Among the most frequently used features are appointment requests, accessible anytime and anywhere, and the possibility of teleconsultations, which have been particularly beneficial for users with mobility difficulties. Registration is free and only requires entering the user number and telephone number associated with the medical record. In addition, the platform allows multiple users to be associated with a single telephone number, which facilitates the management of accounts for dependent family members. The project, which is part of the Digital Hospital initiative, is funded under the RRP and has Siemens Healthineers as a partner. It continues to be developed not only to constantly improve existing features but also to introduce new ones, which will be launched soon. The integration of the two largest hospitals in the Region, the Santo Espírito Hospital of Terceira Island and the Divino Espírito Santo Hospital on São Miguel Island, is also a new milestone to be announced shortly.
June 30, 2025
mySaúde Açores app featured in conference cycle in Vienna
Last week, the presentation of the mySaúde Açores project was part of the Connectathon conference cycle, which took place in Vienna, Austria. Under the theme "A Regional Approach to Health Data Exchange: The Azores Interoperability Project," the presentation was delivered by Paulo Brás, Director of Information Systems at the Divino Espírito Santo Hospital. mySaúde Açores, which already has nearly 17 thousand registrations, has been recognised for its innovative nature and ability to put technology at the service of users, streamlining processes and making access to health care more equitable and inclusive. The project is an essential part of the development and implementation of the Azores Health Information Repository and its respective portals, including mechanisms for interoperability with local systems (MUSA - Single Health Model in the Azores). “The international recognition strengthens the role of the Autonomous Region of the Azores as a pioneer in finding innovative solutions in the area of health, showing itself capable of overcoming the barriers of geographical isolation and facing the challenges facing outermost regions, with users and their well-being as the main focus,” stated the Regional Secretary Mónica Seidi. "The project also demonstrates how an island region is responding to the challenges of integration and secure sharing of clinical data with effective technological solutions," he continued. Since its launch on January 28, 2025, mySaúde Açores has been streamlining access to health services for the Azorean population, whether through the app or the web portal. Among the most frequently used features are appointment requests, accessible anytime and anywhere, and the possibility of teleconsultations, which have been particularly beneficial for users with mobility difficulties. Registration is free and only requires entering the user number and telephone number associated with the medical record. In addition, the platform allows multiple users to be associated with a single telephone number, which facilitates the management of accounts for dependent family members. The project, which is part of the Digital Hospital initiative, is funded under the RRP and has Siemens Healthineers as a partner. It continues to be developed not only to constantly improve existing features but also to introduce new ones, which will be launched soon. The integration of the two largest hospitals in the Region, the Santo Espírito Hospital of Terceira Island and the Divino Espírito Santo Hospital on São Miguel Island, is also a new milestone to be announced shortly.