Dnipropetrovsk region is the medical hub of Ukraine and has significant potential for the development of the health and wellness sector and the recreation cluster, which is an important component of the regional economy. The availability of natural resources, in particular mineral waters and therapeutic mud, contributes to the development of health resort tourism. The region has an extensive network of health facilities, including modern rehabilitation centers, sanatoriums, hotels, and recreation centers. Despite the challenges posed by the war, the region continues to develop the service sector, particularly in the area of medical and health rehabilitation, which creates opportunities for attracting investment.

A favorable factor for the development of the industry is the availability of investment projects that are supported by the Dnipropetrovsk Investment Agency (DIA). In particular, there are three investment projects from regional businesses for strategic investors who are interested in implementing projects:

• Creation of a modern medical and health complex (“Sanatorium Resort Orlivshchyna” LLC, Pishchanska village TC, Novomoskovsk district) – a complex that involves the introduction of advanced rehabilitation and health improvement techniques. Details: https://spa-kurort.com.ua/.
• Creation of a sports and recreation ecological recreation center (“ARMAN GROUP” LLC, Verkhniodniprovsk TC, Kamianskyi district) is a project focused on the development of sports infrastructure and ecological tourism. Details: http://www.baza-otdiha.dp.ua/.
• https://dia.dp.gov.ua/investicijni-proyekti/medicina-proyekti/

To improve the effectiveness of health promotion initiatives, there are educational platforms and professional resources that provide access to up-to-date medical knowledge, scientific information, and specialized courses for doctors and healthcare professionals. They help to integrate modern treatment methods, promote professional development and introduce innovative approaches in the field of medicine and rehabilitation, namely:

• EU4Health program – financial assistance for competitive healthcare projects in the form of grants and procurement created to annually fund a number of priority areas: prevention in healthcare, fighting COVID-19, digitalization of healthcare, fighting cancer, fighting bacterial resistance, etc (https://moz.gov.ua/uk/programa-eu4health);
• UpToDate — a clinical full-text database that includes full descriptions of disease states and methods of their treatment;
• ClinicalKey, Complete Anatomy та Osmosis – electronic platforms of scientific information in the field of medicine from Elsevier, which is one of the largest publishers of scientific literature in the world, provides support to the medical community of Ukraine in the context of war;
• British Medical Journal – one of the oldest peer-reviewed medical journals in the world, a global provider of medical education from BMJ Publishing Group Ltd, provides free access to its online resources to support Ukrainian doctors:

BMJ Best Practice – an online clinical decision support tool designed to help diagnose, prevent and treat patients’ diseases;

BMJ Learning – an online educational resource for doctors. To access the training, you need to register for free at the following link: https://new-learning.bmj.com/uk/sign-up/register);

• public health center – a platform containing thematic courses for healthcare professionals;
• academy of the National Health Service of Ukraine – a platform with a series of courses, online webinars with experts held weekly on a doctor-to-doctor basis;
• ua – a platform offering a wide range of courses, including programs for property appraisers, cost estimation, etc. The courses are available both online and offline;
• Diia.Business consulting services – online consultations for entrepreneurs on financing, business planning and adaptation to new market conditions

The development of the health and recreation industry in Dnipropetrovsk region is a promising investment area that will contribute to economic growth by improving the quality of life of the population. Thanks to the effective use of support programs, innovative technologies and international experience, the health and wellness sector has all the prerequisites for active development in 2025.