The Ministry of Health strengthens the forensic examination system.

Health Minister Viktor Lyashko held a meeting with the heads of regional forensic examination bureaus. The main topic of discussion was the funding of institutions, staffing issues, and other aspects of the work of these bureaus.

'We have launched a systemic reform of forensic examination and are already seeing progress: more regional bureaus are involved in the identification process, laboratories have received modern equipment, and the training of interns has been resumed. Our task is to strategically develop the service technically, organizationally, and staffing-wise,'

- emphasized Viktor Lyashko.

It was also noted that until 2023, regional forensic examination bureaus were subordinate to regional authorities, but in 2024 all of them came under the Ministry of Health, which facilitated coordination of processes and improved management.

Creation of a Unified National Identification Center and new opportunities for forensic experts

The Ministry of Health announced the completion of the creation of a Unified National Identification Center, which will become a key analytical and expert center in this field. Thanks to the equipping of laboratories, Ukrainian forensic experts have gained the ability to conduct new types of examinations, including DNA analysis and toxicological studies.

In addition, the internship for the specialty of 'forensic examination' has been restored, and additional places for future specialists in this field have been planned. The Ministry of Health continues to work on improving the forensic examination system at the regional level and in cooperation with other institutions and partners.

During the meeting, key aspects of the work of regional forensic examination bureaus and the Ministry of Health's future plans for improving this field were discussed. Positive results of the reform of forensic examination indicate progress in this area in Ukraine.

Key aspects of the work of regional forensic examination bureaus were discussed during the meeting led by the health minister. Reforms in this field have yielded positive results, indicating progress in Ukraine. The Ministry of Health announced the creation of a Unified National Identification Center aimed at improving the efficiency and quality of forensic examination in the country.