ONF criticized the quality of medicine in Russia

Experts of the All -Russian Popular Front have criticized the healthcare system in Russia. This was reported by TASS with reference to the co -chair of the ONF headquarters in the Trans -Baikal Territory, Honored Doctor of Russia Nikolai Speech,

“Against the background of the growth of the population, the number of visits to doctors in 2014 decreased by 7.7 million visits compared to 2013. At the same time, the number of emergency failures increased by almost 22%, ”said said Speak during a speech with a report on healthcare problems at the forum“ For high -quality and affordable medicine ”.

The doctor noted that the intake of patients is poorly organized in hospitals, and people are constantly standing in lines. In addition, the speaker drew attention to complaints about the high cost of medicines and the lack of doctors. According to ONF, 51% of patients are faced with the problem of lack of preferential drugs in pharmacies.

“The disadvantages in the system are preserved. The ministry also sees problems with problems and very well that we will work together with the Popular Front. Something is exaggerated or distorted, but this applies to details and in general does not affect the picture, ”said Veronika Skvortsova, Minister of Health, in response.

It should be noted that more than 600 people take part in the forum, including doctors, scientists, pharmaceutical producers, as well as civil activists, experts, journalists, and the leadership of specialized ministries and departments.