Equipment and Repairs Exist, But Attitude Is KeyNovosibirsk Governor Andrei Travnikov reviewed the year's healthcare achievements, noting new equipment and facility upgrades, but stressed that patient care ultimately depends on attitudes.
Arkhangelsk psychiatric hospital owes 28 million rublesA psychiatric hospital in Arkhangelsk owes over 28 million rubles (approx. $311,000) to 82 contractors for maintenance, cleaning, security, and patient meals. The debt was repaid after a prosecutor's inspection.
90-Year-Old Veteran Saved in YekaterinburgA patient was admitted to the hospital with severe shortness of breath and coughing up blood, requiring immediate placement in the intensive care unit.
Coughing Blood: Yekaterinburg Saves 90-Year-Old VeteranIn Yekaterinburg, a 90-year-old veteran presented with severe shortness of breath, coughing up blood, high fever, and weakness, and was rushed to the intensive care unit.
No Generics Switch: Is Tula's Cancer Drug Available?Amid reports of Carboplatin shortages in Tula pharmacies, the regional Ministry of Health says the oncology center has the drug and no switch to generics is planned.
Winter Viruses in Russia: Expert on Symptoms and TreatmentInfectious disease specialist Ekaterina Kindalova explains the differences between common winter respiratory viruses, why antibiotics are ineffective, and whether superinfections and supervirus pose a real threat.
Gynecologist explains danger of childbirth after 25Chief obstetrician-gynecologist of the Ural Federal District Nadezhda Bashmakova warns that giving birth after 25 carries risks due to accumulated health problems and contraceptive use.
Women in Labor Criticize New Almetyevsk Maternity HospitalWomen who gave birth at the new maternity hospital in Almetyevsk have shared complaints about long waits, poor facilities, and unresponsive staff, with one suggesting a cat could do a better job.
Most Common Tumors Found in Novosibirsk in 2025Novosibirsk region saw an increase in early-stage cancer detection in 2025, with over 1,350 malignant tumors found during screenings, officials reported.
Chief Physician Explains New Cancer Appointment DeadlinesStarting January 1, 2026, new rules require an oncologist appointment within three business days for suspected cancer, while diagnostics and treatment have seven-day deadlines.
