The Kyiv City State Organization announces free HPV vaccination for girls aged 9-14. The procedure is available in the capital's primary care centers at the expense of the city budget.
After a $42,500 operation at Odrex and the clinic's guarantee of recovery, Svitlana Huk's husband died. And the grief-stricken widow faced financial pressure and threats, which, according to her, came from the administration of the Odesa clinic "Odrex." In an interview, Svitlana Huk reconstructs step by step the details of her family's tragedy – from treatment and death at Odrex to years of litigation and a blocked investigation.
One of the most legendary actors of South Korean cinema, Ahn Sung-ki, died at the age of 74 on January 5.
As of January 1, changes to the Calendar of Preventive Vaccinations came into force in Ukraine, aligning it with European standards. The document includes 11 mandatory free vaccinations, including a new vaccination against human papillomavirus infection for girls aged 12-13 and revised dates for MMR vaccination.
The government approved the procedure for implementing the Medical Guarantees Program for 2026, allocating over UAH 191. 6 billion, which is UAH 16.1 billion more than last year. This will allow for an increase in medical workers' salaries, and increased funding for primary healthcare and treatment of cardiovascular diseases.
In France, a ban on the production and sale of cosmetics and most clothing containing dangerous "forever chemicals" PFAS comes into force. The French law, approved in February, prohibits the production, import or sale of such products from January 2026, with the exception of some industrial textiles.
The nine-valent HPV vaccine has arrived in Ukraine and will be distributed to the regions by the end of December. Starting January 1, 2026, mandatory vaccination for girls aged 12–13 will begin according to the updated Calendar of Preventive Vaccinations.
Law enforcement officers are investigating at least 6 criminal proceedings against the Odrex clinic for fraud and improper treatment. New cases have been opened based on statements from relatives of deceased patients and injured individuals who consider themselves victims of doctors' actions.
British singer Chris Rea, known for his hits, has died at the age of 74 in hospital after a short illness. His debut album was released in 1978, and his hit Driving Home For Christmas is still popular.
In Ukraine, December accounts for 30% of the annual import of mandarins, the demand for which was growing before the war. The main suppliers are Turkey, Pakistan, and Egypt.
The FDA has approved Enhertu from AstraZeneca and Daiichi Sankyo for the first-line treatment of HER2-positive breast cancer. The combination with Perjeta extended progression-free survival and reduced tumors in 87% of patients.
The Ministry of Health of Ukraine sees no grounds for a full inspection of the Odesa private clinic "Odrex", despite numerous patient deaths and criminal proceedings. The agency explains this by the absence of requests from the Prosecutor General's Office regarding other legal entities of the clinic.
California jurors awarded $40 million to two women who claimed Johnson & Johnson baby powder caused ovarian cancer. The company plans to appeal the verdict, stating that its products are safe.
King Charles III of Great Britain reported significant progress in his cancer treatment, noting that the treatment is yielding good results. The monarch urged citizens to take advantage of screening programs.
In Ukraine, there are no clear procedures for accessing medical documentation and transparent mechanisms for evaluating medical care, which was once again confirmed by the scandal with the private clinic "Odrex". Deputy Head of the Committee on National Health Oksana Dmytriieva is working on relevant changes to the legislation.
On December 11, 2025, the Kyiv Court of Appeal upheld the decision of the Pechersk District Court to suspend Vitaliy Rusakov, a surgeon at the Odesa clinic Odrex. He is one of two doctors who have been notified of suspicion in the criminal proceedings regarding the death of Odesa businessman Adnan Kivan.
The Ministry of Health has suspended one of the licenses of the Odesa clinic "Odrex" due to the failure to provide documents during an inspection. The license was revoked from "Dim Medytsyny" LLC, but the clinic has several others.
The scandalous Odrex clinic found itself at the center of investigations after patient deaths and accusations of improper treatment, but its lawyers avoid answering key questions. The real facts contradict the statements of the medical institution's defenders and demonstrate their attempts to manipulate and portray the perpetrator as a victim.
The Ministry of Health revoked one of Odrex clinic's licenses due to its refusal to provide documents, but the medical facility will continue to operate thanks to other licenses. Former Deputy Prosecutor General Oleksiy Bahanets believes that there are sufficient grounds for a full inspection of all companies associated with Odrex within the framework of criminal proceedings.
US First Lady Melania Trump spoke with children at the hospital. This is a symbolic visit for the First Lady, who visits hospitals every year before Christmas.
In Germany, a doctor mistakenly sent 34 patients for chemotherapy and antibody therapy, although it was not necessary. The error was discovered after the treatment did not have the expected effect in two patients.
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.
The current US President Donald Trump decided to annul over 90% of the decrees and official decisions of his predecessor Joe Biden because Biden used an "autopen" when signing documents.
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.
The Kyiv Court of Appeal changed the pre-trial detention measure for doctor Maryna Bielotserkovska, a defendant in the case of the death of Odesa businessman Adnan Kivan, from round-the-clock to night-time house arrest. This decision caused public outrage. And new testimonies from victims of treatment at the clinic indicate systemic problems at "Odrex".
A new study confirms the high effectiveness of HPV vaccination, reducing the risk of cervical cancer by 80% in those vaccinated before the age of 16. This study refutes misinformation about vaccine side effects circulating online.
Former British Prime Minister Cameron announced his prostate cancer diagnosis and called for the implementation of a targeted screening program for men. Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer in men in the UK, with approximately 55,000 new cases registered each year.
Tatiana Schlossberg, 35, granddaughter of US President John F. Kennedy, has announced a terminal form of blood cancer. She was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in May 2025, and doctors have given her less than a year to live.
Ukraine returned 31 civilians from Belarus as a result of negotiations. Among them are women and men aged 18 to 58, some with serious illnesses.
Medical Procurement of Ukraine has purchased over 850,000 rapid tests for hepatitis B and C, which will be distributed to the regions by the end of November. Screening for hepatitis B and C markers is included in 13 packages of the Medical Guarantees Program, allowing Ukrainians to receive this service free of charge.
