Chișinău hospital performs first-ever cardiac resynchronization and defibrillator implants

Doctors at Chișinău's "Holy Trinity" Municipal Clinical Hospital have performed the country's first-ever operations to implant a Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT) device and two Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillators (ICDs).

Yellow code frost alert: Temperatures to hit -3C on Tuesday

Meteorologists have issued a Yellow-level frost warning nationwide. The warning is valid for 20–21 October, according to the national weather service.

JCET-2025: Moldova and Romania hold joint military exercise

Moldovan and Romanian troops are due to take part in the 'Joint Combined Exchange Training-2025' exercise, which is scheduled to take place at the National Army's training centres between 20 and 31 October.

Moldova: Health warning as ten people poisoned by wild mushrooms

At least ten people have been hospitalised in Moldova since the start of autumn after eating wild mushrooms, prompting a nationwide warning from health officials.

Moldova: Unpaid volunteer firefighters show professional skill at annual festival

Volunteer firefighters, increasing in number across Moldova, are always ready for a new mission, despite not being paid professionals.

Why anaesthetists in Moldova face high burnout rates and staff deficits

Moldova is facing a critical shortage of anaesthetists, specialists who play a vital role in saving lives and provide constant care for critically ill patients in intensive care units.

Moldova launches €12m scheme to bring clean water to 55,000

Moldova is launching a scheme to improve water access for thousands of citizens by installing modern water treatment systems across rural communities.

UN Report highlights rise in 'forced criminality' trafficking, affecting Moldovans

This year, ten Moldovan citizens were lured into human trafficking situations and subsequently exploited in criminal activities.

Doctor shortfalls ease as incentives lure Moldova graduates to districts

Half of all medical graduates in Moldova now start their careers in district hospitals, the Ministry of Health says.

Fallen fruit: Why rotting apples pose a major pest risk

Fallen fruit left to rot at the base of trees can become a major source of infection and pests, warns consulting agronomist Daniel Drăgan.

Credit reliance surges in Moldova as incomes fail to keep pace

Moldovans are increasingly relying on credit to meet day-to-day costs, as incomes fail to keep pace with high inflation.

High nitrates: Why Moldova’s wells fail water safety standards

More than half of all public water supplies in Moldovan villages have failed quality tests, according to the National Public Health Agency (ANSP).