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Burgas gets new slot for infectious disease specialist
The health ministry has opened 15 new training slots for doctors in specialities facing shortages, and one of them is in Burgas.
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Respiratory infections rise in a week, free flu shots for children up to age 7
Cases of acute respiratory infections are rising in Bulgaria, and starting in 2026 the state will give children free flu shots.
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Doctors and patients: epilepsy still carries a stigma
People need more information about epilepsy, and the stigma against patients hasn't gone away, doctors and patients said at a seminar for journalists.
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Child surgeon now sees patients under national health cover at Burgas hospital "Heart and Brain"
Dr Rumen Hristov sees children under national health insurance on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 4:30pm to 6pm, by appointment only.
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Dr Stoichkova: Caring for children's lungs starts young
On World Lung Day, paediatric pulmonologist Dr Zheni Stoichkova explained why care for children's breathing should start from an early age.
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Tsarevo medical center halts NHIF check-ups over new national contract
Medical Center Tsarevo is temporarily halting check-ups covered by referrals under the National Health Insurance Fund, after the new National…
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Cabinet approves report on the health status of Bulgarians for 2025
The Council of Ministers adopted the annual report on the nation's health status and the implementation of the National Health Strategy 2030.
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Nearly 190 million euros paid for six Ministry of Health investments under the RRP
Health Minister Katya Ivkova presented a report on the department's reforms and investments under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan.
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Government adopts national disease prevention program
The new 2026–2030 strategic plan aims to reduce mortality from cardiovascular, pulmonary, and vascular diseases in the country.
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Minister Ivkova withdrew the complaint against the CPC regarding the children's hospital
The new ZIKDB leadership is refining the National Children's Hospital project by forming a working group with experts and the Public Council.
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National campaign launches free AI-powered eye screening
Mobile clinics will screen for macular degeneration, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy in 29 locations, including the Burgas region.
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Experts unveil map of antibiotic consumption in Bulgaria
An average of 835 antibiotic packs are sold per 1,000 people in Bulgaria. Experts warn of the dangers of resistance and irrational use of these drugs.
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Ministry of Health secures 560,000 flu vaccines
Health Minister Katya Ivkova announced that GPs will receive vaccines in two weeks, including nasal sprays for the youngest patients.
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Health Committee discusses mass flu prevention using bromhexine
Expert advisory boards at the Ministry of Health will review Academician Vanyo Mitev's proposal to limit the flu epidemic using bromhexine.
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Health Ministry to open cancer screening centers nationwide
Minister Katya Ivkova assured that the purchased cancer screening tests are valid until 2029 and locations for their use nationwide will be announced…