Ministry of Health of Ukraine
The government has simplified participation in the Screening 40+ program and limited the timeframe for using the funds. Applications can now be submitted via the Diia portal regardless of the applicant's date of birth.
Dmytro Govseiev spoke about the merger of medical institutions and funding from the NHSU. The head explained the cost of services and the specifics of operating during wartime.
Ukrainian patients are uniting in public initiatives to document cases of potential medical errors and protect their rights. The reasons include the difficulty of proving medical negligence, lengthy and expensive legal proceedings, and the lack of effective quality control for medical services. Against this backdrop, platforms like StopOdrex are emerging, becoming an alternative tool in the struggle for justice and mutual support.
The Ministry of Health has warned of the start of the viper activity season and identified three species of venomous snakes. In three months, 20 reports of reptile bites have been recorded.
In Ukraine, a network of 36 medical institutions operates for Chornobyl victims. Available are drug reimbursement, free dental prosthetics, endoprosthetics, and health screening.
Doctor Otto Stoika explained how lack of sleep changes the levels of hunger and satiety hormones. Sleep deprivation leads to the choice of high-calorie foods and reduced self-control.
The Public Health Center of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine warns about the development of steatosis, hepatitis, and cirrhosis due to alcohol. In 2024, 72% of Ukrainians consumed alcohol, which threatens irreversible changes.
The number of rabies cases in Ukraine is increasing due to the war and abandoned animals. CDC specialists provided instructions on first aid and vaccination.
The Ministry of Health plans to finance the work of school nurses through the NHSU to increase their incomes. Communities are offered to transfer staff to medical institutions.
Scandals, criminal proceedings, and patient complaints – private medicine in Odesa region has come under close scrutiny by law enforcement. MP Viktoriia Vagner calls on the Ministry of Health to conduct an inspection of the region, as risks for patients are increasing.
How to choose a safe dental clinic for treating a child under sedation and what parents should pay attention to. After a series of tragedies in private clinics, the issue of safety once again becomes key.
Starting in April 2026, all regions will begin transitioning to IGRA and new skin tests. These methods are more accurate than Mantoux and do not produce false positives due to BCG.
In Ukraine, 11,614 cases of tuberculosis have been registered in 9 months. Diagnosis and treatment are free, and the duration of therapy has significantly decreased.
Over the week, 148,817 people contracted ARVI, and influenza viruses were detected in 20 regions. Mortality from influenza and ARVI since the beginning of the season has reached 188 cases.
The Ministry of Health warns against using ice and oil for burns. Cool the wound with running water for 20 minutes and consult a doctor for large injuries.
The Ukrainian healthcare system is experiencing a deep crisis due to the war, staff outflow, and the lack of real control over the quality of treatment. Former Minister of Health Oleh Musiy warns: without finances, a well-thought-out personnel policy, and clear criteria for accountability, the system will continue to decline, and patients' access to assistance will decrease. An example of such a decline is the "Odrex Case," which became a test for the state regulator and its ability to protect patients.
Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko announced that 1,156 Ukrainians have already completed the "40+ Health Screening" program, and 54,000 have registered for the examination. In total, UAH 108 million has been credited to the accounts of program participants.
The resonant "Odrex Case" and dozens of patient complaints about treatment have exposed a systemic problem of Ukrainian patients' vulnerability. The Verkhovna Rada is already discussing the need for legislative changes that will clearly distinguish between professional error and criminal negligence. This concerns the responsibility not only of doctors but also of the management of medical institutions, which must be accountable for management decisions and the organization of care.
The StopOdrex movement has received dozens of complaints from patients of the Odrex clinic in two months, despite three attempts to block the resource. Patients complain about discrepancies in medical documentation, false diagnoses, and psychological pressure.
In private clinics with high bills, patients buy not only comfort and modern technology – they buy a sense of security. But when tragedy strikes, families often find themselves in a years-long struggle for justice. Three high-profile stories of medical tragedies show how difficult the path from a patient's death to a court verdict can be.
In the case of the possible unauthorized seizure of land in Odesa, where the Odrex clinic is located, the prosecutor's office may demand that the land agreements be declared invalid. This could lead to the demolition of illegally constructed structures and the return of the land to the community.
The Center for Preventive Medicine of the State Administration of Affairs established that the illnesses of MPs and employees of the Parliament's apparatus are not related to food in the canteen. Norovirus was found in them, which spreads through contact-household and airborne droplets.
A number of high-profile medical scandals have been exposed in Ukraine, undermining trust in the healthcare system. These include the "Doctor P" case, transplantation manipulations, and accusations against medical staff at the "Odrex" clinic for improper performance of duties.
Police are investigating the involvement of the "INTO SANA" clinic and other medical facilities in Odesa in a draft evasion scheme. For 22 thousand dollars, fictitious medical certificates were sold, allowing individuals to avoid military service.
The Ministry of Health of Ukraine clarified the new polio immunization schedule. Now, vaccination will consist of 5 doses of inactivated vaccine, canceling the booster shot at 14 years of age.
Minister of Health Viktor Liashko supported the energy resilience of the capital's Center for Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery. The implementation of new heart treatment technologies was also discussed.
The Prymorsky District Court of Odesa extended the night house arrest for the head of surgery and a former oncologist at the "Odrex" clinic in a patient's death case. The preventive measures will remain in effect for another two months, and Rusakov's suspension from his position was also extended.
The StopOdrex platform, where families of deceased patients and people with negative experiences of treatment at the "Odrex" clinic publicly share their stories, has been blocked for the third time. People who consider themselves victims view this as an attempt by the clinic to silence them and push the truth out of the public space. At the same time, they fear that after informational pressure, physical violence may follow.
In winter, during wartime, it is worth reviewing your home first aid kit, adding necessary items taking into account chronic conditions and possible power outages, not storing dangerous medicines for future use, and learning how to use a quality tourniquet in advance.
The StopOdrex website, created to share stories of treatment at the Odrex clinic, has been blocked after the clinic filed a complaint with the World Intellectual Property Organization. Relatives of the victims believe that the clinic is trying to hide the truth.