Russia reports eight-month stockpile of essential medicines, price growth below inflation

Russian Deputy Health Minister Sergey Glagolev announced that the supply of essential and vital medicines (JNVP) is approximately eight months, with price growth for these drugs below the overall inflation rate. This is a government claim, not independently verified, and may signal efforts to reassure domestic stability amid economic pressures. The development is notable for its potential implications for public health resilience and inflation management, but lacks independent corroboration.