Next-Gen Healthcare: Malta To Pioneer Longevity Medicine Clinics In 2025
On the occasion of World Health Day — this year themed “Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures” — Minister for Health and Active Ageing, Jo Etienne Abela, announced that as from next year, the government will be investing in Longevity Medicine Clinics.
Unlike traditional medicine, which focuses primarily on treating illness, longevity medicine aims to prevent or delay age-related diseases, promoting healthier and longer lives.
The announcement was made during a conference held in Parliament in collaboration with the Speaker of the House. During the event, several health sector professionals shared their insights on physical and mental health, particularly in relation to mothers and babies, as well as other illnesses such as cancer.
In his address, Minister Jo Etienne Abela underlined that this conference clearly reflects the government’s commitment to continue providing quality healthcare to citizens. He also highlighted that over the past ten years, Malta has seen a decline in cancer-related deaths.
The Minister stressed the importance of taking up invitations for health screenings, such as bowel cancer screening, in order to detect illness at the earliest possible stage. He explained that the government is working to lower the age at which individuals receive this invitation, with the plan being for Maltese and Gozitan citizens to start receiving it at age 40.
“On World Health Day, my thoughts are with all patients, especially cancer sufferers and their loved ones. I thank all healthcare professionals for their dedication and daily efforts — thanks to them, Malta is achieving some of the best oncology results in Europe. We have every reason to be truly proud,” concluded the Minister.