In 2025, the State Food and Consumer Service identified 55 types of dangerous products, 28 of which were children's toys. Over 24,000 units of toys that did not meet safety requirements were found, some of which could cause toxic poisoning.
The Ministry of Health conducted an unscheduled inspection of one of the LLCs of the Odrex clinic, which is involved in criminal cases regarding the death of businessman Adnan Kivan. Despite the high-profile scandal surrounding the clinic, Odrex can continue to operate thanks to other LLCs and licenses issued to them.
High concentrations of trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) have been found in European grain products, particularly in breakfast cereals. This toxic substance, a breakdown product of pesticides, can harm reproductive function, the thyroid gland, the liver, and the immune system.
Dermatologist Yana Kitaieva spoke about proper facial skin care during the cold season, emphasizing the importance of delicate cleansing, intensive moisturizing, and protection. She also revealed common mistakes and highlighted the need for SPF even in winter.
The popular drug "Lymphomyosot" from Heel is again available in Ukrainian pharmacies after the resumption of supplies. The shortage was caused by the destruction of the importer's warehouse, but the company "Kaskad Medical Regions" has resumed operations.
MEPs are considering regulating energy drinks for minors due to health risks. Some EU countries already have age restrictions, but the European Commission notes that there is insufficient data for safe daily limits for children.
At the Skadovsk polyclinic, patients from surrounding areas are denied emergency medical care due to the lack of local registration. This is due to a critical shortage of doctors, whom the occupation authorities have massively transferred to the militarized structures of the Russian Federation.
The shortage of flu vaccines at the beginning of the 2025-2026 epidemic season is due to the world's transition to trivalent vaccines. Ukraine received 236,667 doses of flu vaccines, but their quantity on the private market was less than usual.
Viktor Bezinaru, the new nominal owner of "Dim Medytsyny" LLC, under whose license the Odrex clinic operated during the death of businessman Kivan, was also the head of "Metkom-Group" company. This company is featured in the SBI investigation.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy honored medics who are contributing to the implementation of advanced emergency medical care techniques at the front. This took place at a meeting with representatives of University College Dublin, who initiated the UCD Ukraine Trauma Project.
The Public Health Center of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine and neurologist Yuriy Flomin emphasize the danger of over-the-counter sleeping pills, which disrupt sleep architecture and cause addiction. Drugs with doxylamine or phenobarbital can harm the liver and memory, and herbal remedies often act as a placebo. Only a doctor should prescribe sleeping pills.
The Ministry of Health must immediately inspect all legal entities under which the Odrex clinic operates. After all, the horrifying stories of former patients of the clinic may indicate systemic violations of licensing conditions and a real threat to people's lives at Odrex. Without a full and comprehensive inspection of the entire structure of the Odrex clinic, the state will not be able to protect Ukrainians from new possible tragedies.
Former patients and relatives of the deceased accuse the Odrex clinic of possible violations: document forgery, extortion, and medical errors that could have cost health and lives. Given the critical situation, experts are calling on the Ministry of Health to conduct an unscheduled inspection of Odrex, meaning all legal entities with medical licenses associated with the clinic.
Sesame is a source of calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus, and sprouting it increases the calcium content to 1500 mg per 100 grams. However, sesame can be a strong allergen and is not recommended for varicose veins, blood clots, pregnancy, low blood pressure, and kidney diseases.
Repeated cases of bacterial infection in patients during operations at the Odrex clinic may indicate a nosocomial infection. In addition, horrifying cases of infection, which subsequently led to a deterioration in the health of patients, may be a sign that Odrex intensive care units do not comply with the licensing conditions for medical institutions.
Lawyers claim that the Ministry of Health should conduct unscheduled inspections of clinics where there is a threat to the life and health of patients, even during wartime. This became relevant after the scandal with the death of a businessman in the Odesa clinic Odrex and numerous complaints about improper medical care.
From January 1, 2026, the Calendar of preventive vaccinations in Ukraine will be updated, covering 11 infectious diseases, including HPV for girls aged 12-13. The changes will affect vaccination schedules against hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, BCG, and a complete transition to inactivated polio vaccine.
A critical shortage of resuscitation equipment, including the absence of breathing bags and cardiac monitors, has been discovered in Crimea's main children's clinical hospital. An inspection confirmed that the neonatal intensive care unit is on the verge of collapse, and infant mortality has increased by 9% over the year.
Announcements have appeared in Donetsk polyclinics stating that holders of so-called "DPR" passports are equated to foreigners. This means that only emergency and urgent medical care or fully paid services are provided for them.
Catalonia has closed the Collserola natural park near Barcelona after six wild boars were found dead from African swine fever. This is the first outbreak of the disease in Spain since 1994, leading to restrictions on Spanish pork imports by some countries.
A new study has found that tattoo ink rapidly travels to the lymphatic system, where it can remain for months, kill immune cells, and disrupt the body's response to vaccines. This raises public health concerns as tattooing becomes increasingly common.
At the private clinic Odrex, a patient could have been infected with the bacterium Serratia marcescens, which led to a coma, a loss of 15 kg, and 85% lung damage. This bacterium is transmitted through improperly sterilized equipment and non-compliance with hygiene by staff.
Veterinarian Yelyzaveta Babiy explained when sleeping with animals is safe and when it is better to leave the shared bed only for humans. She emphasized the minimal risks for vaccinated and well-groomed animals, but warned about possible sleep disturbances and allergic reactions.
A man who returned from Indonesia was diagnosed with dengue fever at the Lviv Regional Infectious Diseases Hospital - a viral disease common in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia. The patient sought medical attention with a rash and high fever after being bitten by insect vectors.
Relatives of victims of the Odesa clinic "Odrex" publicly appealed to law enforcement to investigate the deaths of their loved ones and bring those responsible to justice. They claim that the medical institution avoids punishment by hiding behind statements about pressure on business.
Geomagnetic storms are expected in December 2025, with the strongest ones occurring on December 3, 4, and 13. Doctor Otto Stoika explained whether magnetic storms really affect human health.
French experts from the Pasteur Institute warn that the bird flu virus could cause a pandemic worse than COVID-19 if it mutates and spreads between humans. Despite this, the risk of a human pandemic is currently assessed as low, but the world is now better prepared for a potential pandemic, with vaccines and antiviral drugs ready.
After the death of Odesa businessman Adnan Kivan, the Odrex clinic replaced its license, and its founders were found to be connected to the gambling business. The clinic's owners, including Iryna Zaykova and Tigran Arutyunyan, had a joint business manufacturing slot machines before establishing the medical facility.
The O. O. Shalimov National Institute of Surgery and Transplantology ensures the success of transplants through precise donor and recipient matching based on HLA antigens and continuous monitoring of patients' immune systems. This allows patients with terminal organ failure to live long and fulfilling lives.
The Odesa private clinic Odrex found itself at the center of a high-profile scandal due to numerous complaints from patients and families of deceased individuals who were "treated" at the medical facility. To avoid reputational losses and potential revocation of its medical license, the administration of "Odrex" resorted to covering up legal traces. The Odrex clinic is changing legal entities and medical licenses.
