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Armenia to change rules for conscription in case of illness
..., December 19. /ARKA/. At a meeting on Thursday, the Armenian government adopted a draft amendment to the methodology for assessing health status when conscripting individuals for military service. In particular, the draft stipulates that if certain diseases are present and no deterioration in health is recorded after the deferment period ends, the individual will be recognized as partially fit for service and called up for military service, taking into account health-related restrictions. Defense ...
12/19/2024In Armenia, 21,228 deaths recorded in January-October; 5.3% increase
... and October 2024, which is 5.3% more than the number recorded during the same period in 2023. This is according to data published by the National Statistical Committee of Armenia. More than half of the people (53.1% or 11,265 individuals) died from diseases of the circulatory system, a figure that is 5.6% higher than in the first 10 months of 2023. The second leading cause of death is neoplasms (20.8%, or 4,419 people, an increase of 3.5%). Other causes of death include respiratory diseases (9.2% ...
12/06/2024Over 460 new HIV cases detected in Armenia this year
In January-October 2024, 462 new cases of HIV infection were registered in Armenia, said Anna Mergelyan, head of the Monitoring and Evaluation Department at the National Center for Infectious Diseases of the Armenian Ministry of Health. YEREVAN, November 25. /ARKA/. In January-October 2024, some 462 new cases of HIV infection were registered in Armenia, said Anna Mergelyan, head of the Monitoring and Evaluation Department at the National ...
11/25/202419,100 people died in Armenia from January to September, a 5.4% increase
..., 19,100 people died from January to September 2024, a 5.4% increase compared to the same period in 2023, according to data published by the National Statistical Committee of Armenia. More than half of the deaths (53.1% or 10,132 people) were due to diseases of the circulatory system, a 6.1% increase compared to the first nine months of 2023. The second leading cause of death was neoplasms (20.6% or 3,937 people, a 2.6% increase). Other causes of death included respiratory diseases (9.3% or 1,778 ...
11/06/2024State subsidies for chemotherapy to increase significantly - minister
Cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death in Armenia, followed by cancer, Health Minister Anahit Avanesyan said today, speaking at a parliamentary discussion of the government's draft budget for 2025. YEREVAN, November 1. /ARKA/. Cardiovascular ...
11/01/2024In Armenia, 17,213 people died in January-August, an increase of 4.9%
.... In Armenia, 17,213 people died in January-August 2024, which is 4.9% more than in the same period in 2023. This is evidenced by data published by Armenian National Statistical Committee. More than half of people (53.5% or 9,208 people) died due to diseases of the circulatory system, this figure is 5.6% more than for the same period in 2023. The second most common cause of death is neoplasms (20.3% or 3,489 people, an increase of 1.5%). Other causes of death also included respiratory diseases (9....
10/07/2024Armenia allocates AMD 18.5 mln for research of serum against small ruminant plague
... agent of which is morbillivirus from the family Paramyxoviridae. Since 1997 Armenia has been a full member of the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE), and according to the relevant article of the law “On Veterinary Medicine”, infectious diseases of animals in the Republic of Armenia are subject to mandatory notification and registration. The UN Food and Agriculture Organization plans to recognize European countries, as well as Armenia, Georgia and Azerbaijan as historically or classically ...
10/03/2024Armenian Health Minister reports slowdown in West Nile virus spread
... have been recorded in the country. “All local outbreaks have already been extinguished,” explained Avanesyan. However, the work should be continued. Taking into account the cold weather and the imminent start of the season of acute respiratory diseases, the head of the Ministry of Health recommended that citizens get vaccinated. About West Nile Fever West Nile fever is an acute viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes of the genus Culex. The latent period of the disease usually lasts 2-6 days,...
09/19/2024Armenia records 6.3% increase in deaths in first seven months of 2024
... between January and July 2024, marking a 6.3% increase compared to the same period in 2023, the country’s National Statistical Committee reported on Thursday. More than half of the deaths (53.8%, or 8,151 people) were attributed to cardiovascular diseases, representing a 6.6% rise from the previous year. Cancer was the second-leading cause of death, accounting for 20% of cases, with 3,039 fatalities—a 2.4% increase. Other significant causes of death included respiratory diseases (9.4%, or 1,...
09/05/2024108 cases of West Nile fever confirmed in Armenia, Health Ministry takes action
... particularly of the Culex species. The incubation period typically lasts between 2 to 6 days, and symptoms include headaches, muscle aches, fatigue, fever, nausea, and vomiting. The elderly, individuals with cardiovascular conditions, chronic kidney diseases, cancer patients, and those with diabetes are particularly vulnerable.
09/05/2024Armenia reports 92 confirmed cases of West Nile fever
... Culex mosquitoes. The incubation period typically lasts 2-6 days, but it can extend up to 14 days. Symptoms include headache, muscle pain, general weakness, fever, nausea, and vomiting. At-risk groups include the elderly, individuals with cardiovascular diseases, chronic kidney conditions, cancer patients, and those with diabetes.
08/31/2024Armenia reports 58 cases of West Nile fever
... or meningitis, characterized by severe, throbbing headaches, fever over 40°C, uncontrollable vomiting, photophobia, seizures, and varying degrees of consciousness impairment. Those at higher risk include the elderly, individuals with cardiovascular diseases, cancer patients, diabetics, and those with chronic kidney issues. Preventive measures include using mosquito repellents, wearing clothing that covers most of the body, and sleeping in mosquito-protected areas.
08/21/2024Some 13,211 deaths reported in Armenia in January-June 2024, 5.9% yoy increase
..., 7 August. /ARKA/. Some 13,211 deaths were reported in Armenia in January-June 2024, which is 5.9% more than in the same period of 2023, the National Statistical Committee (NSC) reported. More than half of the deaths (54.3% or 7,168) were caused by diseases of the circulatory system, 6.5% more than in the same time span of 2023. The second most widespread cause of deaths was cancer (19.5% or 2,581, an increase of 2.3%). Other causes of death were respiratory diseases (9.7% or 1,284, up 10.4%), digestive ...
08/07/2024Hepatitis incidence in Armenia this year decreased 1.3 times - Ministry of Health
The incidence of acute and chronic hepatitis in Armenia has decreased 1.3 times this year, which is an important indicator, Romella Abovyan, head of the Infectious and Non-Communicable Diseases Epidemiology Department at the National Centre for Disease Control and Prevention said on Friday. YEREVAN, 26 July. /ARKA/. The incidence of acute and chronic hepatitis in Armenia has decreased 1.3 times this year, which is an important ...
07/26/2024Armenian food safety authority denies hindering agricultural exports to Russia
... not pose a risk to human health or life but can threaten the agriculture of the importing country. The authority also emphasized that the same stringent controls are applied to imported agricultural products to protect Armenia's agriculture from plant diseases. Internal market controls have been similarly tightened. "Ultimately, after undergoing border control by the inspection authority, batches of agricultural products receive a bio sanitary certificate. Hundreds of trucks cross the Armenian ...
07/26/2024Free and anonymous tests for HIV, hepatitis and syphilis available in a number of cities in Armenia
.... The Armenian Ministry of Health announced today the launch of a campaign for free and anonymous HIV, hepatitis B and C and syphilis testing of citizens in Yerevan and regions from 28 to 30 July. Mobile clinics of the National Centre for Infectious Diseases will operate in the following locations: 28 July - Yerevan (Freedom Square, 14:00-20:00), 29 July - Gyumri (the square adjacent to Kirk Kerkorian monument, 11:30-17:30), 29 July - Vanadzor (near Artsakh Park, 11:30-17:30), 30 July - Artashat ...
07/25/2024Minister: Sanitary, hygiene situation under control in flood-stricken areas
... at a briefing. The Minister also reported that she had visited hospitals in the towns of Alaverdi and Noyemberyan, as well as in other settlements that were damaged by the flood. “Our country’s healthcare system is prepared to combat infectious diseases. There is always a hypothetical risk of an outbreak, but we’re doing our best to prevent this from happening,” she stressed. Heavy rains flooded Armenia’s northeastern provinces Lori and Tavush on 25 and 26 May, causing the Debed, Aghstev,...
06/06/2024Armenia tries to reduce risk of spreading infections among livestock
Armenia is seeking ways to improve the management of risks of spreading possible infectious diseases among livestock. YEREVAN, June 6. /ARKA/. Armenia is seeking ways to improve the management of risks of spreading possible infectious diseases among livestock. The Armenian government at a session on Thursday approved the procedure of compensation ...
06/06/2024Armenia's birth rate down 7.7% in January-April 2024
... registered during the mentioned period, which is 22.9% more than in the same period of 2023. In Armenia, 9,265 people died in January-April 2024, which is 6.2% more than in the same period of 2023. More than half (55.4% or 5,129 people) died due to diseases of the circulatory system. This figure is 8.1% more than in the same period of 2023. The second largest cause of death were cancer diseases (18.7% or 1,735 people, an increase of 4.2%). Other causes of death were respiratory diseases (10% or ...
06/06/2024Efes Insurance launches two health insurance products in Armenia
... confident that this is possible,” he said. Georgia’s experience Speaking about why Georgia's model was taken as a basis, the General Executive Director of Efes noted that during cooperation with Swiss Re, when they compared the list and frequency of diseases common in Armenia, it became clear that the behavior of the residents is quite close to Georgia. “We are similar in many ways. In addition, Georgia has successful experience that can be applied in Armenia,” Meliksetyan explained. As noted ...
05/31/2024Armenia to spend 791 million drams on enumeration of goats, sheep
... million goats and sheep in Armenia, at a rough estimate. The Armenian government approved a program for enumerating and recording cattle in 2020. It is designed to ensure strict control over important processes, such as the detection and prevention of diseases common to humans and animals, tracking the increase in livestock numbers, certification of animals and animal products, appropriate documentation, as well as the export and import of animals and animal products.
05/30/2024Armenia values the contribution of the EFSD in promoting the stable functioning of the health care system
... with representatives of the Ministry of Health the implementation of socially important grant projects in the country. The EFSD is financing a project in Armenia to increase the readiness of the health care system to respond to the spread of infectious diseases. A grant totalling $3 million has been allocated for this purpose. The project involves the reconstruction of the Ararat (Artashat) and Armavir (Vagharshapat) branches of the National Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, as well as the ...
05/24/2024Armenia receives $3 million grant from EFSD to expand capacity to fight infectious diseases
Armenia is working to expand its capacity to control and combat infectious diseases with a $3 million grant from the Eurasian Fund for Stabilization and Development (EFSD). YEREVAN, May 22. /ARKA/. Armenia is working to expand its capacity to control and combat infectious diseases with a $3 million grant from the Eurasian ...
05/22/2024Healthcare Ministry to receive additional 3 billion AMD to cover government-paid services
... announced on Thursday. Half of this money will be spent on aid to low-income families, 400 million on emergency aid, 500 million on hemodialysis, 300 million on cancer treatment, 200 million on transplantation, and 100 more million on treating infectious diseases. Avetisyan explained that the expenditures are increasing as the number of patients is growing. Only 24.7 billion drams was required to cover government-paid services in Q1 2023, while this figure grew to 30 billion as of Q1 2024. Avetisyan also ...
05/16/2024Some 7,104 people died in Armenia in January-March, up 4.9% yoy
... Committee said YEREVAN, May 7 /ARKA/. Some 7,104 people died in Armenia in January-March 2024, which is 4.9% more than in the same time span of 2023, the National Statistical Committee said More than half of the people (55.9% or 3,972 people) died of diseases of the circulatory system. This is 6.5% more than in the same period of 2023. The second largest cause of death were cancer diseases (18.3% or 1,299 people, an increase of 4.1%). Other causes of death were respiratory diseases (10.2% or 726 people,...
05/07/2024Armenia's birth rate decreased by 7.4% in 2 months, mortality rate upped by 8%
... country during January-February 2024, an 8% increase over the same period in 2023. It is also noted that the viability rate - the ratio of births to deaths - was 111.5% compared to 129.9% a year ago. More than half of the deaths (56.7%) were caused by diseases of the circulatory system, 10.4% more than in the same period of 2023. The second largest cause of deaths was cancer (18.4%, a yoy increase of 10.5%). Other causes of deaths were respiratory diseases (10.2%, up 4.2%), digestive diseases (4.9% ...
04/05/2024Sati Spivakova - goodwill ambassador of the "City of Smiles" foundation
... large-scale project, which includes not only cultural, but also social and humanitarian messages. On April 3 Sati SPIVAKOVA was the guest of the City of Smile Foundation, which supports children and young people under 25 with oncological and hematological diseases. The initiative of this humanitarian action belongs to GeoProMining Gold Company, the co-organizer of the tour and a long-time donor of the City of Smile Foundation,. Sati SPIVAKOVA visited the children's department of Professor Yolyan Hematology ...
04/04/2024More than 860 thousand medical services provided free of charge in Armenia in 2023
... today. She also noted that in 2023 the ministry implemented 46 measures to increae the volumes of free in-patient medical care and services to the population in hard-to-reach areas. According to her, the list of the most frequently diagnosed serious diseases remained the same - cardiovascular diseases, diabetes mellitus, malignant neoplasms. In particular, in 2023, the number of medical services for oncological diseases increased by 50,000, which is 1.5% more than in 2022. Avanesyan emphasized that ...
03/22/2024Armenia's birth rate decreased by 10.7% in January, 2.571 people die
... population in January of this year was down 45.5% compared to January of last year. Also, 2,571 people died in January 2024, which is 3% more than in the same month of 2023. More than half of people (57.9% or 1,488 people) died of circulatory system diseases, 8.2% more than in the same period of 2023. Some 460 people died of neoplasms (17.9%, an increase of 3.1%). Other causes of death were respiratory diseases (9.7% or 249 people, down 7.1%), digestive diseases (4.4% or 115 people, down 18.4%), ...
03/06/2024Some 24,305 deaths reported in Armenia in 2023, down 8.9% from 2022
... Committee. YEREVAN, February 5. /ARKA/. Some 24,305 deaths were reported in Armenia in 2023, 8.9% less than in 2022, according to the numbers, released by the National Statistical Committee. More than half of the deaths (53.4% or 12,973) were caused by diseases of the circulatory system, 8.9% less than in 2022. The second largest cause of deaths was oncology (20.9% or 5,089, a decrease of 1%). Other causes of deaths included respiratory diseases (8.6% or 2,090 , down 11.6%), digestive diseases (4.9% ...
02/05/2024More than 80 children with acute respiratory viral infections and covid treated at Muratsan University Hospital - YSMU Rector
... bacterial character," the rector explained, adding that these figures are mostly in line with last year's figures. In this regard, he urged citizens not to self-medicate, not to take antibiotics, and at the appearance of symptoms of acute respiratory diseases to contact their attending physician at the polyclinic. "We also remind that the best way to protect against seasonal flu and coronavirus infection is still vaccination," Muradyan wrote. -0-
01/24/2024Death rate from major diseases in Armenia has decreased - Ministry of Health
The mortality rate from major diseases, which account for the largest number of deaths in Armenia, has decreased, Health Minister Anahit Avanesyan said on Friday. YEREVAN, January 12. /ARKA/. The mortality rate from major diseases, which account for the largest number of deaths ...
01/12/2024Some 22,184 people died in Armenia in January-November, 9.5% less year-on-year
... to the National Statistical Committee. YEREVAN, January 10. /ARKA/. Some 22,184 people died in Armenia in January-August 2023, which is 9.5% less than in the same period of 2022, according to the National Statistical Committee. Circulatory system diseases accounted for more than half of the deaths -53.2% or 11,801 people, 9.7% less than in the same period of 2022. Cancer diseas were the second largest cause of deaths (21% or 4,664 people, a decline of 0.6%). Other causes of deaths were respiratory ...
01/10/2024Armenian Ministry of Health reports 1.1-fold increase in the number of ARI patients
A 1.1-fold increase in the incidence of acute respiratory diseases (ARI) has been recorded in Armenia over the week compared to last week, Romella Abovyan, head of a department at the National Center for Disease Control and Prevention, said on Friday. YEREVAN, January 5. /ARKA/. A 1.1-fold increase in the ...
01/05/2024Death rate in Armenia down 10.3% in first 10 months of 2023
... YEREVAN, December 5. /ARKA/. Some 20,152 people died in Armenia in January-October 2023, 10.3% less than in the same period of 2022, the National Statistical Committee reported. It said more than half of the deaths (53% or 10,674 people) were caused by diseases of the circulatory system, 10.8% less than in the same period of 2022. Another 21.1% of the deaths (4,261 people) were caused by cancer, a decline of 0.3% year-on-year. Other causes of deaths included respiratory diseases (8.7% or 1,749 people,...
12/05/2023About 500 cases of HIV registered in Armenia in 2023
Some 500 new cases of HIV were reported in Armenia from January 1 to October 31, 2023, Stepan Atoyan, director of the National Center for Infectious Diseases, said to a news conference today, convened on World AIDS Day. He added that 61 are foreigners. YEREVAN, December 1. /ARKA/. Some 500 new cases of HIV were reported in Armenia from January 1 to October 31, 2023, Stepan Atoyan, director of ...
12/01/2023Armenian government to sell two land plots to Erebuni Medical Center for almost $1.7 million.
... and 1,772 square meters respectively will be alienated through direct sale. The Erebuni Medical Center plans to use the land plots to expand its activities and improve the availability and quality of services provided for the treatment of oncological diseases. As of September 22, 2023, the market value of the land plots was estimated at 677.3 million drams. ($1 - AMD 402.41). --0--
11/17/2023Armenia’s death rate in 9 months of 2023 down 11.6% year-on-year
... /ARKA/. Some 18,107 deaths were reported in Armenia in January-September 2023, which is 11.6% less than in the same period of 2022, according to the National Statistical Committee. More than half of the deaths (52.8% or 9,557 people) were caused by diseases of the circulatory system, 13.3% less than in the same period of 2022. Some 21.1% or 3,828 people, died from various types of cancer, a decrease of 0.4% compared to the first 9 months of 2022. Other causes of death were respiratory diseases (8....
11/06/2023Four reasons why you should invest in yourself
... should wish on anyone. Above all, it is a threat to a healthy and happy life. It knocks a person out of the established order, deprives him or her of earnings and leads to serious spending. Listen to your own body, not trying to identify all kinds of diseases, but monitor how your health and efficiency change. Even without spending money, you can invest in your health by changing your lifestyle. Exercise at home and outdoors or at least increase your daily physical activity, balance your diet. Such ...
10/31/2023Some 16,401 people died in Armenia in January-August, 11.1% yoy decline -NSC
... Some 16,401 people died in Armenia in January-August 2023, which is 11.1% less than in the same period of 2022, the National Statistical Committee (NSC) reported. It said more than half of the people (53.2% or 8,730 people) died from circulatory system diseases, 13.1% less than in the same period of 2022. The second most widespread cause of deaths were neoplasms (20.9% or 3,430 people, a decrease of 0.2%). Other causes of death include respiratory diseases (8.9% or 1,458 people, down 13.2%), digestive ...
10/05/2023Nagorno-Karabakh refugees suffer from malnutrition and multiple chronic diseases – health minister
Refugees from Nagorno-Karabakh suffer from malnutrition and chronic diseases, Armenian hospitals are overloaded, Armenian Health Minister Anahit Avanesyan said in an interview with BBC. YEREVAN, October 4. /ARKA/. Refugees from Nagorno-Karabakh suffer from malnutrition and chronic diseases, Armenian hospitals are ...
10/04/2023WHO sends special envoy to Armenia to help assess Nagorno-Karabakh refugees' needs
... the route taken by those entering Armenia, WHO is dispatching burns kits to support the advanced care need for severe burns patients. To support the general health needs of the displaced population, WHO is also sending medicines for non-communicable diseases, that will cover 3 months of treatments for up to 50,000 persons. “We’ve activated our emergency systems and will be sending experts to the country across a range of disciplines including mental health, burns management, essential health ...
10/02/2023Vaccination against seasonal flu launched in Armenia
... Disease Control and Prevention announced today the start of vaccination against seasonal flu. The Ministry of Health said vaccination is important for people from risk groups suffering from diabetes, immunodeficiency, respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, kidney, liver and other organs and systems. It said vaccination is available at all polyclinics in the country. -0-
09/18/2023Armenian Ministry of Health reports detection of a new strain of omicron - acrux
... country over the previous 7 days, which is 29 cases more than a week earlier. The number of positive test results has also increased reaching 29.1% of the total number of tests (28.4% last week). To prevent the spread of coronavirus and acute respiratory diseases citizens should get vaccines against Covid-19 and seasonal influenza, to consult a doctor in case of characteristic symptoms. According to WHO, the incidence of COVID-19 is increasing globally, and hospitalizations due to several omicron sub ...
09/13/2023Death rate declines in Armenia by 13.2% in 7 months of 2023
... YEREVAN, September 6. /ARKA/. Some 14,265 people died in Armenia in January-July 2023, which is 13.2% less than in the same period of 2022, the National Statistical Committee (NSC) said. More than half of the deaths (53.7% or 7,657 people) died from the diseases of the circulatory system, 15.1% less than in the same period of 2022. The second cause of deaths were neoplasms (20.8% or 2,960 people, a decline of 0.6%). Other causes of death include respiratory diseases (9% or 1,297 people, 14.6% decrease),...
09/06/2023Armenian Health Ministry reports increase in coronavirus morbidity rate
... coronavirus may be explained by early diagnosis of the disease: in Armenia, all patients with symptoms of acute respiratory diseases must be tested for COVID-19. She also did not rule out the possibility of an increase in the incidence of the disease ... ... take timely measures. At the moment we do not have a sharp intensification of morbidity," she said. The expert noted that vaccination against coronavirus is being carried out in polyclinics Vaccination against influenza will also start soon. According ...
09/06/2023Armenian Health Ministry announces free provision of medicines for treatment of 6 diseases
Starting from 2024, medicines necessary for treatment of 6 diseases will be provided free of charge in Armenia, the press service of the Ministry of Health reported. YEREVAN, August 28. /ARKA/. Starting from 2024, medicines necessary for treatment of 6 diseases will be provided free of charge in Armenia,...
08/28/2023Humanitarian situation in Karabakh may undermine peace process in South Caucasus - Mirzoyan
... residing in Nagorno-Karabakh who don’t have even basic access to health care. “9.000” - the number of people with disabilities, who are deprived of proper medical care. “4.700” and “8.450” - the number of people with diabetes and circulatory diseases, respectively, who are running out of essential medicine. All these events have doubled the rate of deaths in Nagorno-Karabakh for the past 8 months. Furthermore, the absence of medicine, sanitizers and other items of hygiene create risks of ...
08/17/2023Nagorno-Karabakh Health Ministry reports sharp rise in diseases and death rates due to Azerbaijan blockade
The number of deaths reported in besieged Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh) due to circulatory system diseases has more than doubled since last December 12, when Azerbaijan blocked the only road linking Artsakh with Armenia and the rest of the world, the Health Ministry of Artsakh reported. YEREVAN, August 8. /ARKA/. The number of deaths reported ...
08/08/2023Some 12,472 people died in Armenia in 6 months, a 15% decline yoy
... (NSC). YEREVAN, August 7. /ARKA/. Some 12,472 people died in Armenia in January-May 2023, 15% less than in the same period of 2022, according to the National Statistical Committee (NSC). More than half of them (54% or 6,739 people) died due to diseases of the circulatory system, 16.8% less than in the same period of 2022. The second biggest cause of deaths were neoplasms (20.2% or 2,515 people, a decline of 2.3%). Other causes of death were respiratory diseases (9.4% or 1,170 people, down 13....
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