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Primorye Woman Claims Hospital Sold Her Baby, Faked DeathPrimorye Woman Claims Hospital Sold Her Baby, Faked Death
Primorye Woman Claims Hospital Sold Her Baby, Faked DeathTatiana Khmelnova from Artyom, Primorye, appeared on Andrey Malakhov's show to allege that the city maternity hospital sold her newborn daughter 33 years ago and told her the child had died.
Tyumen Women Desire Bella Hadid Eyes, Barbie NosesTyumen Women Desire Bella Hadid Eyes, Barbie Noses
Tyumen Women Desire Bella Hadid Eyes, Barbie NosesWe explore the costs and trends in plastic surgery for Tyumen women, based on discussions with local surgeons.
Hospital in Chelyabinsk Region to Pay Two Million to Parents for Newborn's DeathHospital in Chelyabinsk Region to Pay Two Million to Parents for Newborn's Death
Hospital in Chelyabinsk Region to Pay Two Million to Parents for Newborn's DeathThe family spent considerable time and effort to understand what happened to their child in the maternity hospital.
Young Yekaterinburg Woman Dies Suddenly From Blood CancerYoung Yekaterinburg Woman Dies Suddenly From Blood Cancer
Young Yekaterinburg Woman Dies Suddenly From Blood CancerDaria Guz, a 26-year-old hair extension artist from Yekaterinburg, died from acute leukemia after a three-week hospital battle following the rapid onset of symptoms.
Ufa cardiovascular surgeon calls wine benefit a mythUfa cardiovascular surgeon calls wine benefit a myth
Ufa cardiovascular surgeon calls wine benefit a mythA practicing cardiovascular surgeon from Ufa, Roman Risberg, has criticized the belief that a glass of wine is beneficial, labeling it a widespread myth debunked by science.
Primorye mermaid shares health struggles after chemotherapyPrimorye mermaid shares health struggles after chemotherapy
Primorye mermaid shares health struggles after chemotherapyAn MRI revealed signs of coxarthrosis in Anastasia Slobodchikova, a Primorye mermaid and blogger, following her chemotherapy for cancer.
Ex-Perinatal Chief Calls Kuzbass Infant Deaths a 'Catastrophe'Ex-Perinatal Chief Calls Kuzbass Infant Deaths a 'Catastrophe'
Ex-Perinatal Chief Calls Kuzbass Infant Deaths a 'Catastrophe'All of them died due to intrauterine infection.
Yaroslavl Boy Needs Proton Therapy for Brain TumorYaroslavl Boy Needs Proton Therapy for Brain Tumor
Yaroslavl Boy Needs Proton Therapy for Brain TumorA 10-year-old boy from the Yaroslavl region, initially thought to have an intestinal infection, was diagnosed with a brain tumor. His family is fundraising for proton therapy, which costs over 4 million rubles (approx. $45,000).
Mothers share starkly different experiences at Voronezh maternity hospitalsMothers share starkly different experiences at Voronezh maternity hospitals
Mothers share starkly different experiences at Voronezh maternity hospitalsFollowing a tragedy in a Novokuznetsk maternity hospital, Voronezh mothers share their own experiences, from gratitude to horror. The collection includes both positive and negative reviews about the city's maternity wards.
We Felt Every Bit of His Pain: A Family's Fight in YugraWe Felt Every Bit of His Pain: A Family's Fight in Yugra
We Felt Every Bit of His Pain: A Family's Fight in YugraThree-year-old Amir from Khanty-Mansiysk has shown progress after treatment for severe epilepsy, but his parents urgently need to raise funds to continue his medical care.
Voronezh1 Readers Share Traumatic Birth StoriesVoronezh1 Readers Share Traumatic Birth Stories
Voronezh1 Readers Share Traumatic Birth StoriesFollowing a tragedy at a Novokuznetsk maternity hospital, Voronezh1 readers share their experiences of obstetric violence, a pervasive but often silent issue.
Arshavin's ex-wife reveals disfigurement from botched cosmetic injectionArshavin's ex-wife reveals disfigurement from botched cosmetic injection
Arshavin's ex-wife reveals disfigurement from botched cosmetic injectionAlisa Arshavina, ex-wife of footballer Andrey Arshavin, nearly died after a botched beauty injection led to infection, tissue death, and the loss of half her nose.
Toddler in Yekaterinburg develops brain inflammation after chickenpoxToddler in Yekaterinburg develops brain inflammation after chickenpox
Toddler in Yekaterinburg develops brain inflammation after chickenpoxA two-year-old boy in Yekaterinburg, Russia, was diagnosed with cerebellitis, a rare complication of chickenpox. He now faces a long recovery.
Pauline Potter: The World's Heaviest Woman's Weight Loss from 307 to 112 KilosPauline Potter: The World's Heaviest Woman's Weight Loss from 307 to 112 Kilos
Pauline Potter: The World's Heaviest Woman's Weight Loss from 307 to 112 KilosShe struggled with her weight her entire life and was only able to lose it shortly before her death.
Volgograd Neurologist on Laziness Benefits for Final HolidayVolgograd Neurologist on Laziness Benefits for Final Holiday
Volgograd Neurologist on Laziness Benefits for Final HolidayOksana Lisina named five best ways to spend Sunday and give the brain a rest.
A Life Priced Over $2.9 Million: Fighting for an 11-Year-Old in YekaterinburgA Life Priced Over $2.9 Million: Fighting for an 11-Year-Old in Yekaterinburg
A Life Priced Over $2.9 Million: Fighting for an 11-Year-Old in YekaterinburgAn 11-year-old schoolboy from Yekaterinburg is battling a fatal diagnosis—Duchenne muscular dystrophy. The only treatment that could save him costs $2.9 million, but he is too old to receive it for free in Russia.
Mother Beats Stage Four Cancer While Nursing Her BabyMother Beats Stage Four Cancer While Nursing Her Baby
Mother Beats Stage Four Cancer While Nursing Her BabyTatyana Krishlauks, a 31-year-old from Omsk, battled stage four Hodgkin's lymphoma after months of misdiagnosis. She endured aggressive chemotherapy while caring for her infant daughter and now shares her story to encourage others.
Seven inspiring stories of Tyumen doctors saving livesSeven inspiring stories of Tyumen doctors saving lives
Seven inspiring stories of Tyumen doctors saving livesTyumen doctors save thousands of lives every day. Here are seven remarkable rescue stories from local hospitals.
Recovering alcoholists navigate the 'longest and drinkiest' holiday periodRecovering alcoholists navigate the 'longest and drinkiest' holiday period
Recovering alcoholists navigate the 'longest and drinkiest' holiday periodTwo people in long-term recovery from alcohol addiction share their experiences of navigating holidays like New Year, which they describe as especially challenging for alcoholics.
How Ufa Doctors Spend New Year's Eve on DutyHow Ufa Doctors Spend New Year's Eve on Duty
How Ufa Doctors Spend New Year's Eve on DutyDoctors in Ufa hospitals treat patients and save lives on New Year's Eve, with little time to think about the holiday.
Mothers mourn closure of Ufa's maternity hospital No. 8Mothers mourn closure of Ufa's maternity hospital No. 8
Mothers mourn closure of Ufa's maternity hospital No. 8The maternity hospital in Ufa's City Clinical Hospital No. 8 has been closed since summer, with authorities now officially confirming no plans to reopen. Former patients are sharing nostalgic memories on social media.
2025 medical cases: therapy denied, wrong organ removed, infant disabled2025 medical cases: therapy denied, wrong organ removed, infant disabled
2025 medical cases: therapy denied, wrong organ removed, infant disabledMSK1.RU recounts severe medical incidents from 2025, including therapy denials, surgical mistakes, and infant disabilities impacting Moscow area residents.
Maternity Hospital Had No Heating in -40°C: Chelyabinsk New Year Birth StoriesMaternity Hospital Had No Heating in -40°C: Chelyabinsk New Year Birth Stories
Maternity Hospital Had No Heating in -40°C: Chelyabinsk New Year Birth StoriesSome went to the hospital straight from the New Year's table.
Kurgan Showman Doubles as Ambulance Driver for Five YearsKurgan Showman Doubles as Ambulance Driver for Five Years
Kurgan Showman Doubles as Ambulance Driver for Five YearsStas Volosnikov, a popular event host in Kurgan, has been driving an ambulance for five years and has no intention of giving it up.