Russia's United Party Unveils Sweeping Healthcare Reforms by 2030

United Russia has unveiled an ambitious healthcare overhaul as part of its updated party platform. The New People’s Programme, shaped by over 850,000 public proposals, sets clear targets for modernising medical services across the country by 2030.

Family and health concerns made up a quarter of all suggestions submitted by citizens. The plan includes a major expansion of healthcare infrastructure. More than 300 new outpatient clinics, rural health posts, and polyclinics will be built over the next six years. Existing hospitals and clinics will also undergo repairs and upgrades to meet rising demand.

Digital transformation sits at the heart of the reforms. A national platform called Zdorovye will unify patient records, making medical histories accessible to doctors nationwide. Remote monitoring and real-time data sharing between patients and physicians will receive significant investment.

Mobile medicine is another priority. Emergency response teams will grow in number, while drone technology will help deliver care to remote areas. The programme also pushes for wider adoption of innovative medical technologies, aiming to create steady demand for advanced treatments.

Prevention and chronic disease management will see stronger focus. Public training in first aid will expand, and psychological support for veterans and their families will become a standard part of care. Vladimir Saybel, a key figure in the initiative, stressed the need for counselling at every stage of treatment.

Dmitry Medvedev highlighted Russia’s existing strengths, noting that the country already has one of the world’s most effective systems for protecting children’s health. The new measures aim to build on this foundation while addressing broader healthcare challenges. The reforms will roll out over the next six years, targeting infrastructure, digital access, and emergency response. With public input shaping the strategy, the programme seeks to improve care quality and reach across urban and rural communities. Implementation will depend on sustained funding and coordination between regional and national authorities.