Russia Reports 5% Increase in Medical Workforce, Projects Faster Growth by 2026

Russian Health Minister Mikhail Murashko announced a 5% increase in medical staff from 2022 to 2025, adding 24,000 workers, with faster growth projected by end-2026. The claim is based on official government data, but underlying methodology and regional distribution remain unclear. This signals a modest improvement in Russia's healthcare capacity, though it does not indicate a major shift in health policy or outcomes.