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Discover the latest developments surrounding medical help in Ukraine. Reports reveal significant abuses in the Medical Guarantees Programme, leading to UAH 108.3 million in losses. The tragedy continues as Russian forces target medical vehicles, resulting in casualties. Meanwhile, Kyiv mourns fallen paramedic Serhii Smoliak, a victim of a repeat Russian strike. Efforts to strengthen combat medic ranks are underway, and new systems based on NATO standards are being implemented for battlefield medical care. The situation underscores the challenges faced by medical professionals amid ongoing conflict and the importance of innovations in military medicine.

What were the recent revelations about the Medical Guarantees Programme?

The Ukrainian Prosecutor General’s Office exposed large-scale abuses in the Medical Guarantees Programme, resulting in UAH 108.3 million in losses due to systemic cases of illegal budget fund appropriation between healthcare institutions and the National Health Service of Ukraine.

How was the medical vehicle attacked in the Kharkiv region?

In the Kharkiv region, a Russian drone attacked an emergency medical vehicle on the Kyiv-Kharkiv-Dovzhanskyi motorway, killing one woman and injuring four others. This attack highlights the perilous conditions medics face in providing aid in battle zones.

Who was Serhii Smoliak, and what happened to him?

Serhii Smoliak was a 56-year-old paramedic killed in Kyiv during a Russian missile attack while aiding victims. Tragically, he was struck during a repeat strike, reflecting the deadly risks faced by emergency responders in conflict zones.

What steps are being taken to improve military medical care in Ukraine?

The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense is developing a new system for battlefield medical care based on NATO standards, using the field experience of Ukrainian military medics and best practices of NATO partners. This initiative aims to enhance survival and recovery rates for wounded soldiers.

How has the war affected the provision of medical services in occupied Ukrainian territories?

In Russian-occupied territories, medical services for Ukrainians are being restricted. Future plans include treating Ukrainians without Russian health insurance as foreigners, a move that may only allow them medical services if they possess a Russian passport, severely impacting their healthcare access.

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UAH 108.3 million in losses, 70 searches and 18 notices of suspicion: large-scale abuses in Medical Guarantees Programme exposed – Prosecutor General’s Office. PHOTOS UAH 108.3 million in losses, 70 searches and 18 notices of suspicion: large-scale abuses in Medical Guarantees Programme exposed – Prosecutor General’s Office. PHOTOS Systemic cases of illegal appropriation of budget funds were uncovered during the implementation of contracts on medical services for the population under the Medical Guarantees Programme concluded between the National Health Service of Ukraine and healthcare institutions. The preliminary amount... 2 724 9

Russians attacked medical vehicle with drone in Kharkiv region: one woman killed, four wounded. PHOTOS Russians attacked medical vehicle with drone in Kharkiv region: one woman killed, four wounded. PHOTOS On the afternoon of 11 February, Russian occupiers attacked an emergency medical vehicle with a drone on the Kyiv-Kharkiv-Dovzhanskyi motorway, near the village of Borshchivka in the Kharkiv region. One woman was killed and four other people were injured in the attack. 1 220 2 Previously in trend: UAV attack on Kharkiv region

Kyiv bids farewell to paramedic Serhii Smoliak killed while helping victims of Russian attack. PHOTOS Kyiv bids farewell to paramedic Serhii Smoliak killed while helping victims of Russian attack. PHOTOS Kyiv bids farewell to 56-year-old paramedic Serhii Smoliak, who was killed on 9 January during a Russian attack on the capital while providing aid to victims together with his colleagues. 2 254 1 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

Russian repeat strike on Kyiv kills medic Serhii Smoliak Russian repeat strike on Kyiv kills medic Serhii Smoliak During an overnight missile attack on Kyiv, Russian troops killed emergency medic Serhii Smoliak. He died at the scene after a repeat strike when he arrived with his team to rescue people in a residential area. 3 415 11

Russian-style evacuation: wounded occupier duct-taped to motorcycle driver. VIDEO Russian-style evacuation: wounded occupier duct-taped to motorcycle driver. VIDEO Footage of an unconscious Russian soldier being evacuated with duct tape to a motorcycle driver has been circulating online. On video, a wounded Russian soldier slumps limply to the side while two others strap him down with duct tape. 10 851 20 Previously in trend: Evacuation of the wounded

Combat medic ranks require significant reinforcement – Syrskyi Combat medic ranks require significant reinforcement – Syrskyi Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, held a separate meeting to identify key issues in military medicine and discuss ways to address them. 1 573 9 Previously in trend: Military medical training Medics in the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Cabinet of Ministers has expanded list of free medical services for veterans Cabinet of Ministers has expanded list of free medical services for veterans The Ministry of Veterans and the Ministry of Health are launching a pilot project to expand the list of free primary healthcare services for war veterans. The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has adopted a resolution. 4 440 13

Medics of 63rd SMB evacuating four wounded soldiers from their position. VIDEO Medics of 63rd SMB evacuating four wounded soldiers from their position. VIDEO The medics of the 63rd SMB evacuated four wounded soldiers from the position on an M113 armoured personnel carrier. 6 945 7 Previously in trend: War

Medical treatment on battlefield will be provided under new system based on NATO standards, - Defense Ministry Medical treatment on battlefield will be provided under new system based on NATO standards, - Defense Ministry From now on, medical treatment on the battlefield will be provided taking into account the real field experience of Ukrainian military medics and the best practices of NATO partners. 2 151 16

Two occupiers drag their "three hundredth" and then leave him to die on road. VIDEO Two occupiers drag their "three hundredth" and then leave him to die on road. VIDEO Drone operators of the 71st Separate Jaeger Brigade filmed the moment when the occupier’s henchmen provided first aid to the wounded soldier. 17 392 29 Previously in trend: War

Russians closed dispensaries in occupied territories for Ukrainians - National Resistance Centre Russians closed dispensaries in occupied territories for Ukrainians - National Resistance Centre Russia continues its policy of restricting the rights of Ukrainians in the occupied territories. 1 829 4

More than 3,000 patients from Ukraine transferred to hospitals in Europe thanks to EU Civil Protection Mechanism More than 3,000 patients from Ukraine transferred to hospitals in Europe thanks to EU Civil Protection Mechanism More than 3,000 Ukrainian patients have been transferred to receive specialised care in hospitals across Europe through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism. 756 0

Cardiac surgeon removed bullet from wounded soldier’s heart. VIDEO 18+ Cardiac surgeon removed bullet from wounded soldier’s heart. VIDEO 18+ A video was posted online showing a cardiac surgeon removing an enemy bullet from a wounded soldier’s heart. 14 925 40 Previously in trend: War

Ministry of Defense is developing updated system of first aid in combat conditions Ministry of Defense is developing updated system of first aid in combat conditions The Ministry of Defense, together with combat medics, volunteers and representatives of public organizations, began to develop a unified system of pre-medical care. 853 3

Over 165.5 thousand people have received first aid training from Ukrainian Red Cross since beginning of Russian invasion Over 165.5 thousand people have received first aid training from Ukrainian Red Cross since beginning of Russian invasion Since 24 February 2022, more than 165,500 people have received first aid training from Ukrainian Red Cross trainers and instructors across Ukraine. 592 0

Starting from 2024, Russians intend to stop providing medical services to Ukrainians in occupation - National Resistance Centre Starting from 2024, Russians intend to stop providing medical services to Ukrainians in occupation - National Resistance Centre From 2024, the occupiers plan to treat Ukrainians who do not have health insurance in hospitals in the temporarily occupied territories as foreigners. And you can only get a policy if you have a Russian passport. 4 293 12

Poland and Ukraine plan to create joint military medical hub, - Polish General Gelerak Poland and Ukraine plan to create joint military medical hub, - Polish General Gelerak The Ministry of Defense of Poland is considering a project to create a military medical hub, where the experience of Ukrainian doctors using Polish technologies will be analyzed. 1 860 32 Previously in trend: Assistance to the Wounded

Combat medic with call sign "Trava" under fire is helping two wounded Ukrainian soldiers. VIDEO Combat medic with call sign "Trava" under fire is helping two wounded Ukrainian soldiers. VIDEO A combat medic with the call sign "Trava" posted a video showing the moment when he provided medical assistance to two wounded Ukrainian soldiers. 25 500 61 Previously in trend: War

Ukrainian military personnel undergo training in Poland on providing assistance to wounded in combat conditions, - General Staff. PHOTOS Ukrainian military personnel undergo training in Poland on providing assistance to wounded in combat conditions, - General Staff. PHOTOS Ukrainian military personnel in Poland, under the leadership of Canadian, British, and Polish instructors, are undergoing training on providing aid to the wounded in combat. 1 887 1

Operation of Ulf medical service in Bakhmut direction. PHOTOS Operation of Ulf medical service in Bakhmut direction. PHOTOS Footage of evacuation work of medics of 1st separate assault unit of Right Sector Volunteer Ukrainian Corps has been published online. 6 514 2 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

Medical company of 5th SAB evacuates wounded from front line in Bakhmut direction: sometimes up to thirty fighters are brought from battlefield at once. VIDEO Medical company of 5th SAB evacuates wounded from front line in Bakhmut direction: sometimes up to thirty fighters are brought from battlefield at once. VIDEO Evacuation of the wounded from the battlefield is an extremely difficult process. Fighters who have already been given first aid arrive at the evacuation department of the 5th OSH medical company. It happens that up to thirty fighters are brought from the battlefield at once. 8 795 6 Previously in trend: War

Sanctions are in effect: there is acute shortage of medicines in Russian Federation, planned operations are postponed indefinitely Sanctions are in effect: there is acute shortage of medicines in Russian Federation, planned operations are postponed indefinitely In Russia, the stock of medical drugs is sharply decreasing, planned operations are being postponed indefinitely. The regions should create a stock of medicines for the next 4 months. 5 871 32 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia War

Russian occupiers have significant problems with medical support of their units, - General Staff Russian occupiers have significant problems with medical support of their units, - General Staff The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has published information that the Russian occupiers have significant problems with the medical support of their units. 3 744 7 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War