Patients and doctors will save time as medical certificates become electronic

Starting March 1, 2026, doctors and specialists will issue medical leave certificates in digital format, which will be available online. Upon request, they can also provide a printed version with a QR code that allows authenticity verification.

Fire at Florești nursing home: 7 emergency vehicles, 20 rescuers on site

A nursing home in the village of Căprești, Florești district, was engulfed in flames on the morning of October 8. According to the General Inspectorate for Emergencies (IGSU), the 112 Service received a call at 11:24 after witnesses observed thick smoke coming from under the roof of a separate building on the nursing home's premises.

Electricity compensation program extended through year-end

All citizens of the Republic of Moldova will receive electricity compensation for the first 110 kWh consumed in September and October. This measure was approved during a recent government meeting. According to Alexei Buzu, the Minister of Labor and Social Protection, the program, which was initiated in February of this year, is periodically extended based on available resources and is financially supported by the European Union.

Moldova ready for winter, Minister of Energy

The government announced that the Republic of Moldova is entering the cold season with fully replenished reserves of gas, fuel oil, and coal. The Minister of Energy, Dorin Junghietu, stated that the country is well-prepared for winter, and Energocom has completed all necessary purchases for the 2025–2026 period.

First flu cases of the season confirmed in Chisinau; ANSP urges vaccination

The first two cases of seasonal flu this cold season were registered in Chisinau. According to data presented by the National Agency for Public Health (ANSP), over 1,700 cases of acute upper respiratory tract infections (IACRS) were reported in the last week, with most cases occurring among children.

Woman set on fire in Causeni; husband charged with domestic violence

A 30-year-old man from the Causeni district is set to appear in court, facing charges of domestic violence after allegedly setting his wife on fire during a conflict. The Causeni Prosecutor's Office announced that the criminal investigation has been completed and the case has been forwarded to the court.

Rabies case in Târzieni, rising bird flu risk: ANSA issues farmer guidelines

The National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) reports a confirmed case of rabies in a dog from Târzieni, Orhei district, last week. Authorities assure that they have applied quarantine and veterinary control measures to prevent the spread of the virus.

Heavy rains battered Chisinau; city services respond to damage

The municipal services of the Chisinau City Hall have taken action to address the aftermath of the heavy rains that have affected the capital. According to the municipal administration, specialized teams are currently working in various sectors of the city to clean the sewage systems, remove accumulated water from the roadways, and eliminate any obstacles caused by wind and precipitation.

Weather accidents surge: 112 alert for drivers

Drivers are being urged to exercise extreme caution on roads following a surge in accidents linked to adverse weather.

EU border control: New EES digital system will track non-EU travellers from October 2025

The European Union (EU) is introducing a major new border control measure, the Entry/Exit System (EES), starting on 12 October 2025.

Kyiv-Bucharest train service resumes Oct 2025

A direct train service running the Kyiv-Ungheni-Bucharest North route and back is set to begin on 10 October 2025.

Moldova psychiatric reform: Minister vows to end ‘soviet’ narcologist system

Moldova's mental health system is facing severe issues including poor infrastructure, a lack of specialist staff, and substandard patient care, Health Minister Ala Nemerenco has said.