America News Agency

Bulgarian Health Minister Katya Ivkova stated during the presentation of the Ministry of Health's draft budget for 2027 that preventive healthcare services should be prioritized over hospital treatment to ensure a healthy society.

The draft budget reportedly предусматривает a 70 percent increase in funding allocated to vaccination programs under the national immunization schedule, as well as support for preventive oral and dental healthcare services for children.

As part of efforts to support young healthcare professionals, monthly scholarships of €350 are planned for all doctors and nurses undergoing specialist training. A total of €30 million has been allocated for the initiative, which is expected to benefit approximately 6,000 healthcare workers.

Under healthcare investments, €50 million is planned to be allocated to the National Children's Hospital project for 2027.

The Bulgarian Ministry of Health's total budget for 2027 is expected to exceed €724 million, representing an increase of €78 million compared with 2026.