Health

The Ministry of Social Policy of Ukraine has approved a training program for specialists in the socio-psychological rehabilitation of persons with gaming addiction. The new program, developed in collaboration with the "Center for Responsible Gaming", aims to improve the quality and accessibility of services.

The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency intends to review the ban on chrysotile asbestos, rejecting the Biden administration's 2024 decision. This carcinogenic material may be allowed for production again.

Sweden and Belgium are advocating for a Europe-wide limitation on the number of children from a single sperm donor. This aims to prevent accidental incest and reduce the risk of inherited diseases.

Actor Eric Dane made his first red carpet appearance since his diagnosis with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. He confirmed that he does not plan to end his acting career and continues to work on the new season of "Euphoria".

An Iranian missile hit the Soroka Medical Center in Be'er Sheva, causing significant damage. There are casualties, and the hospital is temporarily not accepting patients.

Researchers have developed microscopic mazes on plastic surfaces that block the formation of bacterial biofilms and prevent their reproduction. The discovery may prevent infections and reduce the need for antibiotics.

New Zealand authorities have allowed the use of psilocybin to treat therapy-resistant depression. Only experienced psychiatrists will be able to prescribe the drug under strict rules.

Due to the climate crisis, nighttime heat worsens the course of sleep apnea, which threatens millions of people. The study revealed a significant relationship between temperature and the severity of apnea.

Kristi Noem, the U. S. Secretary of Homeland Security, has been hospitalized due to an allergic reaction. She is currently conscious and recovering, and public figures are calling for prayers.

Surgical methods are effectively used in Ukraine for long-term weight loss, especially in morbid obesity. The Shalimov Center uses bariatric surgery and balloon implantation.

For the first time in Britain, 3D printing was used to restore the face of a man who was injured in a car accident. The Bristol 3D Medical Center helped him return to normal life by making prostheses.

In Britain, a painless nanoplaster has been developed for cancer diagnostics. It collects a "molecular fingerprint" of cells without damaging tissues, unlike traditional biopsy.

NATO's eastern flank countries are reviewing crisis response protocols for hospitals. They are buying bulletproof vests, moving operating rooms underground, and conducting training.

The new COVID Nimbus strain (NB. 1.8.1) is spreading rapidly around the world. Doctors say it has a distinctive symptom - severe sore throat, known as a "razor blade sensation".

A study in the USA has shown that smokers are more likely to have disabilities, especially related to vision, hearing, mobility and cognitive functions. Female smokers have a higher risk of disability than men.

From 2021 to 2025, the Shalimov Center performed approximately 250 organ transplants from deceased donors. Doctors face difficulties due to the presumption of disagreement and public distrust.

The ban on marketing agreements did not reduce drug prices as expected. The association asks the authorities to abandon strict restrictions and introduce transparent regulation rules.

There is a state program in Ukraine that allows servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and other defenders to save reproductive cells for free. The service is available in 18 healthcare facilities in different regions.

Analysts record an increase in drug prices in Ukraine, despite government initiatives. Government regulation has proved ineffective, as it covers only a small part of the market.

Scout La Rue Willis spoke about the complex emotions due to the progression of her father's dementia. The family is learning to find joy in small moments and support the actor.

China conducted the first tests of a BCI implant on a person with paralysis. He was able to play games, controlling the computer with the power of thought, and the Chinese implant is 100 times more flexible than Neuralink.

"The Boys" star Erin Moriarty announced that she was diagnosed with Graves' disease in May. The actress shares that she feels stronger after starting treatment.

On June 15, Ukraine celebrates Father's Day and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. It also honors the Day of Medical Worker, the Day of Prophet Amos, and the Day of St. Jerome.

The new stamp is dedicated to donors, medics and volunteers, it depicts a couple holding a heart, filling it with blood. The circulation is 150 thousand, you can buy it online and in branches.

The Cabinet of Ministers has registered a bill that prohibits children without mandatory vaccinations from attending educational institutions, unless there are medical contraindications. The implementation of the law will require UAH 520 million.

A Proxima Research study showed that drug manufacturers form 71. 5% of the cost of drugs. Restrictions on marketing agreements did not reduce the cost of drugs, patients did not feel the changes.

People's Deputy Kuzminykh continues to defend the interests of pharmaceutical giants, shifting the responsibility for high prices to pharmacies. Manufacturers have not reduced drug prices, despite the abolition of marketing payments.

Government intervention in the relationship between pharmacies and manufacturers has led to a market freeze. Drug prices have risen, despite promises of reductions, and retailers are calling for transparent rules.

Psychologist Kateryna Kononova explained what financial anxiety is and how to cope with it. The reasons can be both real difficulties and childhood traumas or irrational beliefs.

In Ukraine, prices for drugs not included in the Ministry of Health's list have increased by 10-20 UAH after the ban on marketing agreements. The new restrictions do not solve the problem of drug costs for patients.