Life Sciences
Certification mark is still very much a marginal tool in the Czech Republic. And yet, it can be extremely useful for professional chambers, societies, associations and other entities that wish to guarantee a certain standard of quality, origin or production method on the market. And if it highlights
Central purchasing of medicines in Czechia – how will it work and can it really bring savings?
A notable novelty has taken effect as of 1 January 2026. Under an amendment to the Czech Public Health Insurance Act, public health insurance companies can now centrally procure the purchase of selected medicines that are intended for hospitals with the status of highly specialised care centres. The
New rules for vaccine reimbursement: When higher consumption leads to savings for the whole society
On 1 January 2026, an amendment to the Public Health Insurance Act entered into force, introducing a completely new reimbursement rules for vaccines and monoclonal antibodies intended for prophylaxis (“vaccines”). Under the new framework, decisions regarding reimbursement for vaccines will be made i
New price regulations of the Ministry of Health for 2026: What is changing and what to watch out for
As of 1 January 2026, new price regulations issued by the Ministry of Health of the Czech Republic will come into force, governing the prices of medicinal products, medical devices, and healthcare services. In addition to partial content-related changes, they also introduce a major systemic novelty
GLP-1 in the Food Industry: Can We Expect “GLP-1 Friendly Foods” Also in the EU?
The rising popularity of GLP-1-based medications, such as semaglutide and liraglutide, is not only reshaping how people approach weight loss, but is also beginning to influence the food industry. While pharmaceutical companies are seeing a surge in demand for obesity treatments, food producers are f
Telemedicine and cross-border healthcare: CJEU clarifies the rules
In September 2025, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) issued a landmark judgment on the provision of healthcare through telemedicine within the EU. The decision clarifies the rules governing cross-border healthcare, particularly in relation to telemedicine, and sets out which laws app
SZPI in action: Most common violations and how to avoid them
The Czech Agriculture and Food Inspection Authority (Státní zemědělská a potravinářská inspekce or SZPI) conducts thousands of inspections of food businesses every year. A look back at the previous year reveals notable trends in inspectors’ decision-making – particularly a sharp increase in the tota
Is your software a medical device?
In today’s healthcare landscape, software plays an increasingly vital role. What may come as a surprise to many is that under certain conditions, software can be classified as a medical device.
Non-Alcoholic Beverage Does Not Mean ZERO ALCOHOL: Not All Non-Alcoholic Beverages Are Alcohol-Free
The Czech Agricultural and Food Inspection Authority (SZPI) has issued a statment regarding the labelling of non-alcoholic beverages with terms like “ZERO ALCOHOL,” “ALCOHOL-FREE,” or “0% ALCOHOL.” When can these labels be used, and is it possible to use such labels for all non-alcoholic beverages?
Compliance with the SmPC and the Presentation of Non-Registration Studies in Advertising
Informing healthcare professionals about the latest findings from studies related to medicinal products is crucial for ensuring effective and safe patient care. Access to the most recent scientific knowledge allows physicians to better understand the effects and potential side effects of medications
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