On Countering Threats to Ukraine’s National Security in the Healthcare Sector during a Special Period The current situation in the healthcare sector requires comprehensive measures to ensure national security, particularly during a special period characterized by extraordinary circumstances that pose significant challenges to the state’s stability and the population’s well-being. Key aspects of countering threats include: 1. Ensuring continuous functioning of the healthcare system 2. Maintaining medical infrastructure resilience 3. Guaranteeing uninterrupted medical supply chains 4. Protecting medical personnel and healthcare facilities 5. Implementing emergency medical response mechanisms 6. Preserving critical medical resources and strategic reserves 7. Developing rapid response protocols for potential health emergencies 8. Coordinating actions between state healthcare institutions and emergency services 9. Protecting medical information systems from potential cyber threats 10. Providing psychological and medical support to the population The primary objective is to minimize potential risks, maintain healthcare system stability, and ensure effective medical assistance under challenging conditions that may arise during a special period. Comprehensive preparedness, adaptive management, and strategic planning are essential for successfully addressing potential threats to national security in the healthcare sector.