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How to celebrate Easter deliciously and without overeating: tips from the Public Health Center

The Public Health Center advises a gradual transition out of fasting, careful selection of Easter products, and the creation of a balanced menu. It is also important to eat in small portions, drink enough water, and engage in active recreation.

Society • 07:18 AM • 2466 views

The Ministry of Defense is creating a register of mental health professionals for the military

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is working on a register of mental health professionals for the military. The register will contain verified information about qualifications, capabilities and services.

War • April 18, 01:28 AM • 3142 views

Andrii Matiukha supported Okhmatdyt: The modern Thompson system is already operating in the surgical department

Okhmatdyt Children's Hospital received a complete set of the Thompson surgical system. The equipment worth UAH 2.221 million will improve the quality of complex operations and the effectiveness of treatment.

Society • April 17, 12:44 PM • 7910 views

To know in order to help: first aid training for teenagers from FAST with the support of Favbet Foundation

With the support of Favbet Foundation, teenagers learned to recognize dangerous conditions, act in critical situations and provide first aid. Since 2025, the foundation has supported 12 trainings.

Society • April 17, 11:38 AM • 6104 views

In the Lviv region, two boys went blind after scratches from cats: doctors warn about a dangerous infection

In the Lviv region, two boys lost their sight after being infected by cat scratches. Doctors urge to seek medical attention immediately if symptoms appear, because the disease can be cured in the early stages.

Society • April 17, 10:48 AM • 8784 views

111,000 doses of diphtheria and tetanus vaccine for children have been delivered to Ukraine

UNICEF has provided Ukraine with 111,100 doses of DTP vaccine for children aged 6 years against diphtheria and tetanus. The vaccines are stored in the national warehouse and will be distributed to the regions.

Health • April 17, 09:56 AM • 5096 views

Climate change threatens the blood donation system - research

Extreme weather events complicate the collection, testing and transportation of blood. Climate change may increase the need for donated blood and spread blood-borne diseases.

Health • April 17, 07:04 AM • 3880 views

Fire Protection Day in Ukraine and World Hemophilia Day: What else is celebrated on April 17 Сьогодні, 17 квітня, в Україні відзначають День пожежної охорони. Крім того, у світі святкують Всесвітній день боротьби з гемофілією. Today, April 17, Ukraine celebrates Fire Protection Day. In addition, the world celebrates World Hemophilia Day. Яке сьогодні свято – 17 квітня What holiday is today – April 17 17 квітня в Україні – День пожежної охорони. Свято встановлено указом президента України від 11 жовтня 2013 року. April 17 in Ukraine is Fire Protection Day. The holiday was established by a decree of the President of Ukraine on October 11, 2013. Також 17 квітня світ відзначає Всесвітній день боротьби з гемофілією. Мета – підвищити обізнаність про гемофілію та інші спадкові захворювання, пов’язані з порушенням згортання крові, а також привернути увагу до проблем, з якими стикаються хворі на гемофілію. Also, on April 17, the world celebrates World Hemophilia Day. The goal is to raise awareness about hemophilia and other inherited bleeding disorders, as well as to draw attention to the problems faced by people with hemophilia. 17 квітня в церковному календарі – день пам’яті священномученика Симеона Перського April 17 in the church calendar is the day of remembrance of the Holy Martyr Simeon of Persia 17 квітня вшановують пам’ять священномученика Симеона Перського, єпископа і з ним мучеників Авделая і Ананія пресвітерів, Хусдата, Устязана, Азата, мучениці Фекли. Святий Симеон був єпископом у Персії за часів правління царя Сапора II. За сповідання християнської віри його схопили та кинули до в’язниці. Симеон відмовився вклонитися язичницьким богам, за що його піддали жорстоким мукам і стратили разом з іншими християнами. On April 17, the memory of the Holy Martyr Simeon of Persia, Bishop, and with him the martyrs Avdelaus and Ananias the Presbyters, Khusdat, Ustyzan, Azat, the martyr Thekla are honored. Saint Simeon was a bishop in Persia during the reign of King Sapor II. For professing the Christian faith, he was captured and thrown into prison. Simeon refused to worship pagan gods, for which he was subjected to cruel torment and executed along with other Christians. Що не можна робити 17 квітня What you can't do on April 17 * Не можна лаятися і лихословити. * Не можна займатися важкою фізичною працею. * Не можна відмовляти в допомозі нужденним. * You can't swear and curse. * You can't do heavy physical labor. * You can't refuse to help those in need. Народні прикмети на 17 квітня Folk omens for April 17 * Якщо вільха розпустилася раніше за березу, то літо буде дощове. * Якщо дощ іде, то літо буде тепле. * Якщо на небі сині хмари, то буде дощ. * If the alder blooms before the birch, then the summer will be rainy. * If it rains, then the summer will be warm. * If there are blue clouds in the sky, it will rain. Іменини 17 квітня Name day April 17 У середу, 17 квітня, іменини відзначають Адріан, Георгій, Іван, Йосип, Микита, Микола, Симеон, Федір, Яків, Марія. On Wednesday, April 17, name days are celebrated by Adrian, George, Ivan, Joseph, Nikita, Mykola, Simeon, Fedir, Yakov, Maria.

On April 17, Ukraine celebrates Fire Protection Day. Also, the World Hemophilia Day is observed globally, marking an incurable blood disease.

Society • April 17, 03:20 AM • 3398 views

Tragic incident in Dnipro: 14-year-old teenager dies from tetanus

A tragic case of death of a 14-year-old teenager from tetanus was recorded in Dnipro. A case of whooping cough and six cases of measles were also detected in the city, with more than 8,200 cases of acute respiratory viral infections.

Society • April 16, 10:07 AM • 9908 views

WHO countries have prepared an agreement on the transfer of medical technologies in the face of future pandemic threats

WHO member countries have developed an agreement on the exchange of medical technologies to prepare for future pandemics. The agreement will encourage technology transfer, but on mutually agreed terms.

Health • April 16, 07:48 AM • 3944 views

Banana peel: a new ingredient for baking, healthy and delicious

Studies have shown that banana peel flour can improve baking. It enriches products with fiber, magnesium and antioxidants, making them healthier.

Health • April 16, 02:41 AM • 7706 views

Parliament has passed a bill on the introduction of the "Bolar Rule" into Ukrainian legislation

The Verkhovna Rada adopted as a basis draft law No. 13087, which will introduce the "Bolar rule," allowing the production of generics before the expiration of a patent.

Economy • April 15, 02:06 PM • 10107 views

Extreme Heat in Australia: Scientists Warn of Danger to an Entire Generation

Extreme heat in Australia due to climate change is causing not only physical but also psychological harm to the population. By 2050, the burden from mental disorders could increase to 49%.

Health • April 15, 09:59 AM • 7711 views

Scientists have discovered a new blood type after 50 years of research

50 years after a pregnant woman was found to have a rare blood type without the AnWj antigen, scientists have identified a new blood group system, MAL. This discovery is of great importance in helping patients with rare blood types.

Society • April 15, 03:29 AM • 57904 views

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Lowering prices on "chips and soda" is not about medical necessity. People's Deputy criticized the Top 100 medicines from the Ministry of Health

The Ministry of Health's initiative to lower prices on the Top 100 drugs raises questions. Experts say that the list contains drugs with no proven efficacy, formed on the basis of manufacturers' proposals.

Politics • April 14, 01:44 PM • 151347 views

How many tuberculosis patients were detected in Ukraine in March: Center for Public Health announced the figures

In March 2025, 1375 cases of tuberculosis were recorded in Ukraine, of which 1028 were new. The majority of patients have the pulmonary form.

Society • April 14, 11:46 AM • 8382 views

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Fake disability: how many employees of state and law enforcement agencies are in the focus of investigators – the SBI response

The SBI is checking the legality of establishing disability for employees of state and law enforcement agencies. More than 2,600 cases are under suspicion, and a check on the authenticity of diagnoses has been initiated.

Health • April 14, 11:31 AM • 139255 views

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Nutritionists explained how to get out of fasting without harm to health

Nutritionists advise gradually returning to normal diet after fasting. You should not eat everything at once to avoid stomach problems.

Society • April 14, 09:52 AM • 198606 views

Microplastics in the blood: a service for its removal has appeared in Britain

In London, the Clarify Clinics offers blood purification from microplastics using apheresis. The cost of the procedure is $12,000 per session.

Health • April 14, 09:24 AM • 118180 views

Ukraine received 170,000 doses of BCG vaccine to protect infants from tuberculosis

A batch of BCG vaccine for newborns in the amount of 170,000 doses has arrived in Ukraine, which is part of the international support for the immunization program. BCG vaccination protects children from severe forms of tuberculosis.

Society • April 14, 02:00 AM • 4455 views

Scientists have developed a test that detects Parkinson's disease before symptoms appear

Scientists have developed a blood test that diagnoses Parkinson's disease at an early stage by analyzing RNA fragments. It has high accuracy and could "revolutionize" diagnostics.

Health • April 13, 08:49 AM • 7302 views

Antibiotic resistance kills millions of children every year - study

Infections resistant to antibiotics led to more than three million child deaths in 2022, especially in Africa and Southeast Asia. Since 2019, the use of "reserve antibiotics" has increased.

Health • April 13, 07:54 AM • 6081 views

The secret of hearing: what will help you hear better in a noisy place – research

French scientists have discovered that rhythmic finger tapping helps to better perceive speech in a noisy environment. This improves the accuracy and speed of understanding.

Society • April 13, 02:13 AM • 6402 views

Thousands of women in England will be able to get breast cancer pills: what is known

The National Health Service of England must introduce rapid genetic testing to ensure that those who are eligible receive the drug without further delay.

Health • April 11, 07:30 PM • 7296 views

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Regulation should be comprehensive: the Council indicated that manufacturers should also be responsible for drug prices

In Ukraine, prices for medicines that are not included in the list for price reduction have increased to 30%. People's Deputies call for comprehensive price regulation by all market participants.

Economy • April 11, 05:02 PM • 138619 views

13 seriously ill children received a chance for rehabilitation in March: results of the "DobroDiy" Charity Exchange

In March 2025, the "DobroDiy" Charity Exchange provided assistance in the amount of over UAH 1. 43 million, financing the rehabilitation of 13 seriously ill children and supporting medical institutions.

Society • April 11, 11:22 AM • 5159 views

Human factor is to blame: In Australia, a woman accidentally gave birth to a child through someone else's embryo

An error occurred at the Monash IVF clinic in Australia: a woman was transferred someone else's embryo. The clinic paid compensation in the amount of $35 million.

Health • April 11, 08:06 AM • 5473 views

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How many people in Ukraine were diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and how many deaths were recorded last year?

Last year in Ukraine, over 7. 2 thousand patients were discharged with Parkinson's disease, and 21 deaths were recorded. Patients can receive free services and medications under the medical guarantee program.

Health • April 11, 06:31 AM • 73312 views

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This is the past: narcologists are surprised by the appearance of "Clopheline" and "Codepsin" in the lists of the Ministry of Health for price reduction

"Clopheline" and "Codepsin" were included in the list of medicines for cheaper prices, although narcologists doubt their appropriateness. According to experts, cardiological drugs, antibiotics, and pulmonological drugs should become more accessible.

Economy • April 10, 02:44 PM • 176542 views

Prices for medicines outside the Ministry of Health lists are rising: monitoring as of April

After the introduction of the government program to reduce the cost of medicines, prices for other drugs increased by up to 30%. This may increase the financial burden on patients, especially those with chronic diseases.

Society • April 10, 01:51 PM • 333172 views

Zelenskyy Extended Martial Law and Mobilization Until August 6

The European Business Association calls on the authorities to strengthen the fight against "gray" imports of equipment

The Ombudsman will consider the complaint of the head of the anti-corruption committee against ARMA for concealing information

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The US is ready to stop trying to make peace between Ukraine and Russia if there is no progress - Rubio

Easter services in Kyiv: where residents of the capital will be able to consecrate Easter bread

Russia's response regarding peace in Ukraine will be this week - Trump

How to dye eggs for Easter: grandmother's and modern methods

American Chamber of Commerce: UAH 5.5 billion - budget losses from the shadow market of smartphones

"Acted since April 2023": MFA commented on the detention of a gang of pimps in Poland, including Ukrainians

Macron announced a new round of negotiations to end the war in Ukraine

Missile strike on Kharkiv: hit in a multi-story building, people under the rubble

Rocket shelling of Kharkiv: 28 wounded, including two children, houses destroyed

In Kharkiv, there are already more than fifty victims, 4 are in serious condition: new details of the missile strike on the city

Enrollment in first grades for the 2025-2026 academic year: what you need to know

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Easter services in Kyiv: where residents of the capital will be able to consecrate Easter bread

How to dye eggs for Easter: grandmother's and modern methods

The gene pool under the bulldozer: why Ukraine may lose decades of breeding work in animal husbandry?

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How to celebrate Easter deliciously and without overeating: tips from the Public Health Center

The Ministry of Defense is creating a register of mental health professionals for the military

Andrii Matiukha supported Okhmatdyt: The modern Thompson system is already operating in the surgical department

To know in order to help: first aid training for teenagers from FAST with the support of Favbet Foundation

In the Lviv region, two boys went blind after scratches from cats: doctors warn about a dangerous infection

111,000 doses of diphtheria and tetanus vaccine for children have been delivered to Ukraine

Climate change threatens the blood donation system - research

Tragic incident in Dnipro: 14-year-old teenager dies from tetanus

WHO countries have prepared an agreement on the transfer of medical technologies in the face of future pandemic threats

Banana peel: a new ingredient for baking, healthy and delicious

Parliament has passed a bill on the introduction of the "Bolar Rule" into Ukrainian legislation

Extreme Heat in Australia: Scientists Warn of Danger to an Entire Generation

Scientists have discovered a new blood type after 50 years of research

Lowering prices on "chips and soda" is not about medical necessity. People's Deputy criticized the Top 100 medicines from the Ministry of Health

How many tuberculosis patients were detected in Ukraine in March: Center for Public Health announced the figures

Fake disability: how many employees of state and law enforcement agencies are in the focus of investigators – the SBI response

Nutritionists explained how to get out of fasting without harm to health

Microplastics in the blood: a service for its removal has appeared in Britain

Ukraine received 170,000 doses of BCG vaccine to protect infants from tuberculosis

Scientists have developed a test that detects Parkinson's disease before symptoms appear

Antibiotic resistance kills millions of children every year - study

The secret of hearing: what will help you hear better in a noisy place – research

Thousands of women in England will be able to get breast cancer pills: what is known

Regulation should be comprehensive: the Council indicated that manufacturers should also be responsible for drug prices

13 seriously ill children received a chance for rehabilitation in March: results of the "DobroDiy" Charity Exchange

Human factor is to blame: In Australia, a woman accidentally gave birth to a child through someone else's embryo

How many people in Ukraine were diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and how many deaths were recorded last year?

This is the past: narcologists are surprised by the appearance of "Clopheline" and "Codepsin" in the lists of the Ministry of Health for price reduction

Prices for medicines outside the Ministry of Health lists are rising: monitoring as of April

The Holy Fire: truth or falsehood, where to watch the broadcast
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