Ukraine
Ukraine (Medical Perspective)
Ukraine (pronunciation: /juːˈkreɪn/; Ukrainian: Україна, romanized: Ukrayina) is a country in Eastern Europe. It is the second-largest country in Europe after Russia, which it borders to the east and north-east.
Etymology
The name "Ukraine" (from the Old East Slavic word "u-kraine") means "in-land, country within a country," or "borderland, frontier region, march."
Healthcare in Ukraine
The healthcare system in Ukraine is a mix of public and private providers. The Ministry of Health of Ukraine oversees all healthcare services and is responsible for the public health of the Ukrainian population.
Public Healthcare
The public healthcare system in Ukraine is funded by the state budget. The services are provided by state and municipal health care facilities. This includes primary care services, specialist care, hospital care, and emergency medical services.
Private Healthcare
Private healthcare in Ukraine is a growing sector, with a number of private medical clinics and hospitals offering a wide range of medical services. These services are typically paid for out-of-pocket or through private health insurance.
Related Terms
- Healthcare system
- Public healthcare
- Private healthcare
- Primary care
- Specialist care
- Emergency medical services
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ukraine
- Wikipedia's article - Ukraine
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