Ukraine Boosts Hospital Self-Sufficiency Ahead of Winter

Winter Preparedness for Hospitals Under Discussion

According to Кабмін: During a health sector videoconference led by Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko, the Ukrainian government addressed hospital readiness for the winter season, support for medical staff, and medication accessibility. Key topics included the autonomy of healthcare facilities in frontline regions, medical funding, and programs aimed at ensuring treatment access.

According to available data, 56% of hospitals within the capable network and multi-specialty institutions in frontline areas are now fully self-sufficient, equipped with generators, boiler rooms, and boreholes. Funding for emergency medical centers has also increased this year. The average monthly salary for a doctor in the system stands at approximately 42,000 hryvnias. Additional support is provided to emergency medical workers in frontline communities through the medical guarantees program. Funding for primary care has grown, with higher rates and extra coefficients applied for work in challenging conditions and combat zones. A dedicated support package has been introduced for specialized care facilities in frontline regions to retain personnel, with over 1.1 billion hryvnias already allocated; this assistance will continue until the second half of 2026.

Expanding Access to Medical Services

The government is also focusing on broadening access to healthcare services. More than 50,000 people have already undergone the Health Screening 40+ program, while initiatives for joint replacement and dental care for veterans are being expanded. In the first quarter alone, 1.76 million Ukrainians used the “Affordable Medicines” program. Starting July 1, the program will be expanded to include new drugs for treating cardiovascular diseases. Development continues on mobile pharmacies and the “Medicines Nearby” initiative. As Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko noted,

“Currently, 235 gas stations across Ukraine have already received the relevant licenses.”

The initiatives discussed at the videoconference reflect the government's efforts to strengthen Ukraine’s medical infrastructure, particularly amid the ongoing war. Supporting healthcare facilities and personnel in frontline regions is critical to ensuring the stability of medical services, which in turn affects the overall health of the population. Expanding access to medicines and healthcare services, along with introducing new programs, represents important steps toward improving citizens' quality of life-especially for veterans and those requiring specialized care.