The number of nurses in Russia is growing, but a hospital in Karelia has run out of bandages
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Russian Health Minister Mikhail Murashko reported that the number of nurses in the country has been growing since 2025. This topic is important because medical staff directly affect the quality of care for patients in clinics and hospitals.
At the same time, a hospital in Karelia has faced a shortage of supplies. It has run out of bandages, which are needed for dressings and patient care. The report does not say how quickly the hospital will receive new stocks.
Data on the growth in the number of nurses is important for planning the work of the healthcare system. Ensuring hospitals have the necessary materials, such as bandages, remains a separate challenge, and its resolution depends on the work of medical institutions and supply deliveries.
These two news items show that Russian healthcare has both positive changes in its staffing and issues with supplying hospitals. Readers can follow further reports on the situation in Karelia and on the measures being taken by the authorities.
Sources: Здоровье Mail
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