In Ireland’s healthcare system, Ukrainian refugees face months-long waits for urgent medical treatment — some find it better at home, even during wartime.
Due to lengthy healthcare delays in Ireland, some Ukrainian refugees are returning to war-torn Ukraine to seek quicker and more comprehensive medical treatment, despite the risks. This decision is driven by the contrast between Ukraine's reformed, digitally accessible healthcare system and Ireland's struggling HSE, where patients face months-long waits for specialist appointments and essential procedures.
