"Diagnosis Bulgaria": New Platform Reveals Suspicious Healthcare Spending
The young Bulgarian Martin Atanasov presented his new project, called "Diagnosis Bulgaria." The platform aims to show how public funds are spent in Bulgarian healthcare. This is the second major project of the 19-year-old author following the success of the "Black Spots" initiative.
Through the new website, Atanasov reveals suspicious expenditures exceeding 605 million BGN. The data on the platform shows significant price discrepancies that different hospitals pay for the same medications and medical supplies. The system collects information from official sources and presents it in an easy-to-understand way for all citizens.
The main goal of "Diagnosis Bulgaria" is to provide more transparency and public oversight. Martin Atanasov believes that people should know exactly how their health taxes are being used. The project helps to see which medical facilities are operating effectively and where there are potential problems with money management.
The initiative has already sparked great interest among the public and the media. It is an example of how young people in Bulgaria can use technology to raise important social issues. It is expected that the data from the platform will also be useful for state institutions during future audits in the sector.