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Australia
Ukraine is now in the throes of a full range of traumatic stress and the attendant disorders. Australia’s experience in dealing with mental health issues can help Ukrainians heal.
Nov. 16
War in Ukraine
The drug Ketamine is being innovatively used to help returning soldiers overcome the war’s impacts on their mental health. Kyiv Post spoke to early adopters and health experts.
Oct. 17
Kharkiv
In Kharkiv, a team of 20 Police psychologists provides immediate support to people hit by Russian drones and missiles. They told Kyiv Post about their work.
Oct. 14
War in Ukraine
Research and experience from leading Ukrainian psychological professionals finds Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is lower than might be expected, as Ukrainians again show strength.
Sep. 23
War in Ukraine
Ukraine’s approach to emotional and psychological support is positively developing one year after First Lady Olena Zelenska’s crucial intervention, but huge wartime challenges remain.
Sep. 22
War in Ukraine
Sweden pledges $443M in aid; Foreign Ministry calls out Slovakian leader for claims of ‘Nazis’ in AFU; Some 900 destroyed medical centers have been rebuilt; Zelensky prioritizes power plant defense.
Sep. 10
Ukraine
Ukraine’s Health Minister said the head of the children’s hospital was suspended pending investigations by the National Police of Ukraine, other law enforcement agencies, and a ministry commission.
Aug. 18
Zelensky
Cannabis-based medicine will be available in the form of oral drops, hard capsules and toothpaste and require an electronic prescription, with recreational cannabis remaining illegal.
Aug. 16
War in Ukraine
The Big Meet, Kyiv’s top networking organization, will host its next event at the InterContinental on Friday, June 21, with proceeds helping Ukrainian children fighting cancer.
Jun. 19
Interview
Fedir Serdiuk is an example of how entrepreneurship can serve the fight for survival. He is not only saving lives on the battlefield but also shaping the future of emergency healthcare in Ukraine.
Apr. 19
Lviv
The girl suffered from a rare form of epilepsy and UK doctors were reportedly unwilling to perform the complex surgery, eventually leading the family to seek help from a team of specialists in Lviv.
Apr. 17
War in Ukraine
Ukraine’s president signed a law to legalize the use of medical cannabis in Ukraine amidst the growing voice for its adoption in the country to help cope with war-related medical conditions.
Feb. 16
Ukraine
The new program, which aims to service those in liberated territories and frontline areas in need of medicine, would grant Ukraine’s state postal service company the license to sell medications.
Jan. 5
Ukraine
The law is set to take effect in the second half of 2024, six months after its publication. During this period, the Ukrainian government will develop by-laws for implementation of the new legislation.
Dec. 21, 2023
Ukraine
Two leading Ukrainian mental health professionals training in Australia spoke to Kyiv Post about Ukrainians’ resilience – and the need to for continued prioritization of mental health services.
Nov. 15, 2023
Ukraine is now in the throes of a full range of traumatic stress and the attendant disorders. Australia’s experience in dealing with mental health issues can help Ukrainians heal.
Nov. 16