Yemets

Ukraine's parliament appoints Stepanov health minister at second attempt

Another attempt scored 246 votes with the required minimum being 226.

17:59, 30.03.2020

Ukraine's Rada sacks health, finance ministers amid virus crisis

Yemets and Umansky were appointed to their posts on March 4, 2020.

15:00, 30.03.2020

Ukraine's health minister refutes resignation rumors

His spokesperson says the Ministry is "working around the clock", while the minister is "working to tackle the coronavirus epidemic".

22:40, 24.03.2020

Ukraine's Health Minister calls on parliament to introduce national emergency

All lawmakers should undergo preliminary coronavirus testing before they gather to vote.

16:28, 23.03.2020

Ukraine's Health Minister Yemets said to be going to resign – lawmakers

He was appointed health minister on March 4, 2020.

14:55, 23.03.2020

Ukraine's Health Minister on worst-case scenario for coronavirus: By analogy with Italy

Over 5,000 people have died from the coronavirus in Italy.

09:55, 23.03.2020

Ukraine's Health Minister advocates introduction of national emergency

He calls on Ukrainians to practice social distancing.

23:48, 22.03.2020

Only pharmacies, grocery stores should remain open: Ukraine's health chief on minimizing Covid-19 spread

The minister said that it was necessary to shut down restaurants, cafes, and shopping malls, as well as limit people's movement across the country.

22:00, 15.03.2020

Ukraine's Health Ministry suggests shutting down all cafes, restaurants pending quarantine

The minister believes the government should take more pro-active preventive measures.

18:30, 15.03.2020