Medicine
News about healthcare — hospitals, medical services, new technologies, reforms, and health initiatives.
European experts inspect an innovative medical project in Bulgaria
A high-ranking delegation from the European Commission is arriving in Bulgaria to check the progress of a large-scale health project for air emergency medical services, covering seven helicopters and six operational sites.
Free Hematological Examinations Crucial for Early Diagnosis
The University Multidisciplinary Hospital in Burgas has launched a large-scale health initiative for free preventive consultations with a leading clinical hematologist, aimed at high-risk patient groups.
The Ministry of Health is transforming the specialization system
The Ministry of Healthcare is launching a large-scale reform in the preparation of medical specialists by creating a working group to review existing regulatory documents and introduce transparent training mechanisms.
NHIF Expands Free Antibiotics for Pediatric Treatment
The National Health Insurance Fund has launched an innovative program for free provision of two antibiotics for children up to 7 years old, aimed at improving access to emergency medical care.
Health Precautions During Extreme Summer Temperatures
Experts warn about the serious risks of summer heat, emphasizing the need for preventive actions to protect the most vulnerable population groups.
New antibiotics for children enter the healthcare system
The National Council on Pricing and Reimbursement is taking important steps to expand access to medicinal products for children by including two new antibiotics in the Positive Drug List.
A large-scale campaign for access to electronic health records has been launched
The Ministry of Health is launching a national initiative to assist citizens in activating the eHealth mobile application, which allows direct access to their personal electronic health record.
The Ministry of Health Launches a Large-Scale Reform in Specializations
The Ministry of Health is taking decisive steps to review the regulatory framework related to the professional development of medical specialists by initiating a comprehensive dialogue with key professional organizations.
Health Minister Forms Expert Team for System Reforms
Associate Professor Dr. Silvi Kirilov launches a large-scale review of the healthcare regulatory framework by creating a working group with representatives from key professional organizations.
New antibiotics are added to the free list for pediatric treatment
The National Health Insurance Fund is preparing revolutionary changes in medication services for children up to 7 years old, expanding the list of free medications for acute illnesses.
Privacy and Data Protection in Online Communication
The National Health Insurance Fund presents a detailed policy for personal data management, which explains the mechanisms for storing and processing information from user devices.
The healthcare system is being modernized with a large-scale medical equipment project
The Ministry of Healthcare presented the final results of a large-scale national project to support outpatient medical care, which covered 47 medical facilities and 6 transfusion hematology centers.
Life-Saving Test: How Early Diagnosis Changes the Fate of Newborns
International Neonatal Screening Day marks the revolutionary method for early detection of rare diseases in newborns, developed by Dr. Robert Guthrie and applied today in Bulgaria with state support.
The Ministry of Health responds to reform proposals from a citizens' committee
The Ministry of Healthcare thoroughly analyzes the received proposals for changes in the system, explaining its position regarding the remuneration and specializations of medical professionals.
Electronic Health Record: Mobile Campaign Reaches Every Bulgarian
The Ministry of Health has launched a large-scale national initiative to promote the mobile application eHealth, which will help citizens gain easy access to their health data.