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The war in Ukraine has had profound impacts on the nation's medical landscape. Ukrainian defender and combat medic Maryna Vorontsova was tragically killed while serving near Pokrovsk. Meanwhile, the country's medical system faces scrutiny, as shown by the investigation into a plastic surgeon in Kyiv after a patient's death during surgery. In contrast, Ukraine has initiated a long-term care project for war veterans, highlighting efforts to provide sustained medical and psychological support to those affected by conflict. Moreover, misinformation and fake news, such as claims about healthcare privileges for Ukrainian soldiers in Poland, have been debunked by officials. In Kherson, medical facilities have been targets of Russian drone strikes, illustrating the brutal realities of war. As the conflict continues, Ukraine remains committed to supporting its medics and citizens while confronting significant challenges imposed by Russia's military actions.
What initiatives are in place to support medical care for veterans in Ukraine?
Ukraine has launched a project providing continuous medical care for veterans of the Russian-Ukrainian war. This initiative aims to offer ongoing medical, psychological, and social support, ensuring that veterans receive the care they need in the aftermath of conflict, spearheaded by various Ukrainian ministries.
How has misinformation affected perceptions of medical care for Ukrainian soldiers abroad?
Fake news has spread claims about Ukrainian soldiers receiving preferential medical treatment in Poland. However, the Polish Ministry of National Defense has dismissed these claims as falsehoods propagated by Russia, affirming equal access to healthcare for all patients, regardless of nationality.
What are the challenges faced by medical facilities in conflict zones like Kherson?
Medical facilities in Kherson are frequently targeted by Russian military strikes, including drone attacks. These assaults not only injure staff but also disrupt vital healthcare services, underscoring the severe impact of ongoing military actions on civilian healthcare infrastructures in war-torn regions.
Who was Maryna (Laherta) Vorontsova and what was her contribution?
Maryna Vorontsova, also known by her callsign Laherta, was a Ukrainian defender and combat medic. She bravely carried out medical missions on the front lines near Pokrovsk before being tragically killed. Her dedication represents the selfless service of medics amid conflict.
Has there been controversy regarding medical professional conduct in Ukraine?
Yes, in Kyiv, a plastic surgeon faces suspicion of professional negligence following a patient's death during surgery. This case has sparked discussions around medical accountability and the standards of patient care in Ukraine's healthcare system during the war era.
What has been the response to damage of medical infrastructure in Ukraine?
Ukraine is actively working to address the damage to its medical infrastructure, with efforts to rebuild facilities and ensure continuity of care. Initiatives include collaborating with international partners and launching projects to sustain medical support for both military and civilian populations.
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The only maternity hospital in Donetsk region has stopped delivering babies following shelling, - CMA The only maternity hospital in the Donetsk region, located in Sloviansk, is operating on a limited basis following Russian shelling. 513 1 Previously in trend: Demographic issues
Occupying forces acknowledge sharp rise in cancer cases in Donetsk region, but there is no one to treat patients Activists from the "Yellow Ribbon" movement have repeatedly reported on the critical state of healthcare in the occupied territories of Ukraine. 1 149 13 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas
In April, there was decrease in number of serious injuries and amputations at front, - Syrskyi Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi is personally overseeing efforts to improve the effectiveness of medical support for the troops, particularly with regard to supporting units carrying out missions in combat zones. 3 254 14 Previously in trend: Military medicine
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National Police conduct 70 searches at medical facilities over schemes involving public funds. PHOTOS The National Police of Ukraine are investigating possible schemes involving the misappropriation of funds in healthcare facilities. This concerns fictitious services provided under the medical guarantee scheme. 2 736 14 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine
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"Health Screening 40+" program starts today: how will it work? On January 1, Ukraine will launch Health Screening 40+, a national program for the early detection of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and mental health issues. 7 376 33
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Ukrainian defender, combat medic and volunteer Maryna (Laherta) Vorontsova killed at front. PHOTO While carrying out a combat mission near Pokrovsk, Ukrainian defender, combat medic and volunteer Maryna Vorontsova, known by the callsign Laherta, was killed. 7 660 9 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine
Patient died during buttock implant surgery at clinic in Kyiv: plastic surgeon notified of suspicion. PHOTO Prosecutors from the Podil District Prosecutor's Office in Kyiv have notified a 50-year-old plastic surgeon that he is suspected of improper performance of his professional duties, which led to the patient's death. 16 681 121 Previously in trend: Death during surgery in Kyiv
Ukraine to launch project providing veterans with long-term medical care The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved a joint project by the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Veterans Affairs, and the National Health Service of Ukraine on long-term medical care for veterans of the Russian-Ukrainian war. The program aims to provide continuous care and... 868 5 Previously in trend: aid to veterans AFU veterans
Polish Ministry of Defense refutes fake news about "privileges" for Ukrainian military personnel in hospitals: Attempt at manipulation by Russian Federation The Polish Ministry of National Defense has dismissed as fake claims that Ukrainian military personnel allegedly have advantages over Poles in terms of access to medical care. 1 338 14 Previously in trend: Russian fake news
Russian drone hits medical facility in Kherson, three staff injured – RMA Russian forces dropped explosives from a drone on the grounds of a medical facility in Kherson, injuring three staff members. 471 0 Previously in trend: Drone attacks in Kherson
Black Russian complains about wounded relative: "Can’t he get into hospital? His leg is rotting! Putin must be informed about this immediately". VIDEO A video has surfaced online showing an African man with a Russian passport complaining that his relative, wounded in Ukraine, is not receiving proper medical care. 7 236 49 Previously in trend: African mercenaries of Russian army
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Azov medic Ryzhenko, call sign Sprite, named best military medic in Europe. PHOTOS Combat medic Volodymyr Ryzhenko (callsign Sprite) of the 12th Special Purpose Brigade "Azov" of the National Guard of Ukraine has been recognized as the best military medic in Europe. 3 160 8 Previously in trend: Tactical medicine
Russian strike on Kyiv: neurologist Roman Moskalenko killed. PHOTOS On July 31, neurologist Roman Moskalenko was killed in a rocket strike on Kyiv. A Russian rocket hit the house where the doctor lived. 6 174 10 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine
Russian refuses to let his wounded comrade into dugout, beats him, shoves him, and threatens him with assault rifle. VIDEO A video posted online shows a wounded occupier trying to climb into a dugout, while another Russian refuses to let him in. 12 012 41 Previously in trend: Order in Russian army
Zelenskyy congratulated doctors on their professional holiday: Thanks to you, life goes on Today, July 27, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated doctors on their professional holiday. 1 460 31
Ruscists attacked healthcare facilities 1,600 times, 230 were completely destroyed - Liashko Russia has carried out 1,600 attacks on health care facilities, 230 of which have been destroyed beyond repair. 446 3 Previously in trend: Attacks on medical facilities
1st Separate Medical Battalion of AFU begins operations on frontline – Syrskyi Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, General Oleksandr Syrskyi, reported that he discussed with the Commander of the Medical Forces, the Chief of the Medical Service of the Ground Forces, and the Commander of the 1st Separate Medical Battalion the possibility of scaling up the... 2 243 2 Previously in trend: Medics in the Armed Forces of Ukraine 1st Separate Medical Battalion of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
Assignment of medics to non-specialized military roles banned – Ministry of Health Starting June 12, 2025, medical personnel, pharmacists, and rehabilitation specialists can no longer be appointed to non-specialized positions in the Armed Forces unless they give their voluntary consent. 2 696 12
Two occupiers walking past their wounded accomplice, who is crawling towards them on all fours. VIDEO A video was posted online showing two occupiers walking past their wounded accomplice, who was crawling on all fours towards them. 11 636 23 Previously in trend: Order in Russian army
MoD: Request to Ministry of Health on lifting exemptions from military service for medics concerns only targeted complete staffing of AFU Medical Forces units The request submitted by Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence to the Ministry of Health concerns only specialists in critically undersupplied medical fields who have undergone training in military occupational specialties and are needed to complete staffing of Armed Forces medical units. 1 485 24 Previously in trend: mobilization Reservation of medics
Ministry of Health preparing lists of medical personnel to lift exemption from military service: request received from Ministry of Defence and Armed Forces The Ministry of Health has received a request from the Ministry of Defence and the Command of the Medical Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine to lift the military exemption status of certain medical personnel. 21 563 186 Previously in trend: mobilization Reservation of medics
Wounded occupier falls out of truck body at full speed during evacuation: "Quiet, f#ck! He flew off, goddammit!". VIDEO A video has been posted online showing the moment when a wounded Russian falls out of the body of an evacuation vehicle during the evacuation. 15 007 38 Previously in trend: Enemy losses
Last days of defense of Vuhledar: "Wounded were jumping in on move ". VIDEO After 28 years in law enforcement, she had risen to the rank of lieutenant colonel. Leaving her position as an SBI investigator, she went to the military enlistment office, concealed her rank and job title, and volunteered for a combat brigade — as a medic. For over two years, Lyubov Zalivadna... 11 448 9 Previously in trend: Battles in the east of Ukraine
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Dozen occupiers lying on floor and learning how to apply Esmarch tourniquet. VIDEO A video was posted online showing a fragment of a tactical medicine class in the Russian army. 11 751 15 Previously in trend: Tactical medicine
Ministry of Health discussed mechanism for removing mobilization exemption from certain doctors The Minister of Health of Ukraine, Viktor Liashko, together with the Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine, Serhii Melnyk, and the Commander of the Medical Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Anatolii Kazmirchuk, discussed the mechanism for removing the mobilization exemption of medical... 5 961 23
Ministry of Defence has approved new standards of premedical training for military The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has introduced new standards of premedical training that will help military personnel provide effective assistance in combat conditions. 1 208 0 Previously in trend: War
Ukrainian medic argues with and helps captured Russian: "Buryat, b#tch. F#cking Yakutia". VIDEO A video recording of a fragment of medical care provided to a captured Russian was published online. 19 019 51 Previously in trend: War
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Explosion blows off head of wounded occupier with Esmarch tourniquet in his hand. VIDEO 18+ A video showing the last moments of the wounded occupier's life on Ukrainian soil has been published online. 12 497 29 Previously in trend: War
Lyashko on destruction of cancer center in Kherson: 15 people were there at time of attack Russian troops committed another terrorist act in Kherson. The medical facility where patients are treated has again become a target for the enemy. 1 477 1
Two medical institutions damaged as result of shelling of Kherson. VIDEO On the morning of 20 December, Russian troops launched massive attacks on Kherson, damaging two medical facilities. 846 0 Previously in trend: War
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Combat medics are not being transferred to infantry. They will work in their specialty, but on temporary duty assignment to front line, - General Staff of AFU Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi has decided to strengthen medical services in the combat zone, but combat medics will not be transferred to the infantry as part of this strengthening. 7 402 27 Previously in trend: War
Transfer of combat medics to infantry stopped - Bezuhla People's Deputy from the Servant of the People party Mariana Bezuhla said that the order to transfer combat medics to the infantry had been canceled. 12 964 42
Statement of General Staff on transfer of medics to stabilization points of brigades is lie - Bezuhla Servant of the People People`s Deputy Mariana Bezuhla said that the information provided by the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine about the transfer of medics to the stabilisation points of the brigades is not true. 21 677 82
Military medics are not being "transferred to infantry" - they will continue to work in their specialty, - General Staff Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi has decided to reinforce medical services providing medical care to our wounded soldiers in the combat zone with professional medical personnel. For this purpose, medical personnel from healthcare facilities (hospital level) of... 9 282 38 Previously in trend: War
Ministry of Health plans to reform work of MSEC The Ministry of Health proposes to reform the work of disability determination agencies (MSECs). 3 855 14
Humanitarian organization Médecins Sans Frontières announces suspension of activities in Russia The humanitarian medical organization Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has announced the suspension of its activities in Russia. 1 953 5
Liashko: Russia has caused $7 billion in damage to Ukraine’s medical infrastructure Since the beginning of the full-scale war, Russia has caused at least $7 billion in damage to Ukraine's medical infrastructure. 581 2 Previously in trend: War
First underground hospital for wounded soldiers was built in Ukraine. PHOTOS "Metinvest" has built Ukraine's first steel underground stabilisation centre to save the lives of defenders on the frontline. 3 410 8 Previously in trend: War
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