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17.03.2025

Latvia’s medicine shortages signal a deeper systemic risk. Raina Dūrēja-Dombrovska calls for urgent state action: strategic reserves, support for local drug producers, and a clear long-term healthcare strategy to protect patients and national security.

06.02.2025

Latvia’s first crisis handbook for pharmacists offers practical steps to maintain pharmacy services during national emergencies — from power outages to supply chain disruptions. With training and expert guidance, pharmacies are becoming key pillars of resilience.

06.02.2025

Latvia’s first emergency preparedness handbook for pharmacies offers practical guidance on how pharmacists can ensure business continuity and serve the public during crises such as power outages, cyberattacks, or armed conflict. Learn how the sector is strengthening resilience.

17.01.2025

15–20% – tik liels zāļu cenu samazinājums vēl pagājušā gada vasarā bija Veselības ministrijas jaunās zāļu cenu reformas mērķis. Skaļā apņemšanās saglabāta joprojām. Tikmēr farmaceiti, aptiekas un lieltirgotāji no 1. janvāra ieviesto reformu sauc par haosu, paužot bažas par zāļu pieejamību, aptieku pastāvēšanu, farmaceitu darba sarežģīšanu un zāļu cenu veidošanos. Šie bija tikai daži no 15. janvāra raidījuma "Kas notiek Latvijā?" tematiem.   

01.01.2025

Latvia's new drug pricing model introduces fixed wholesale mark-ups, prescription service fees, and targeted support for rural pharmacies. Learn how these changes will affect patients, pharmacies, and the overall healthcare system.