The British Ministry of Defense said this in its intelligence update published on the X social media platform, Ukrinform reports.
Russian media reported that the general public is struggling to access hospital services throughout the country. A shortage of medical products is also being reported, including broad-spectrum antibiotics.
"The war is likely to be significantly contributing to this situation as hospitals are treating wounded personnel. The [Russian] government is also being forced to reduce the civilian health estate nationwide, due to a lack of clinical staff and financial pressures," the update said.
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