[Symbolism of the white coat in the medical profession].

It has long been a tradition for doctors to dress professionally in white coats - a universal symbol of belonging to the medical profession. This tradition dates back to the time of Hippocrates, but during the XIX-XXI centuries, the symbolism of the white coat was criticized in connection with research on the spread of infections through tissue. Currently, many doctors refuse to use the oldest symbol of the profession, and the practice of medical activity is replete with new variants of the uniform of a medical worker (both in style and in color palette. However, it should be noted that the white coat symbolizes another important part of the medical education of students, the standard of professionalism and care, as well as a symbol of the trust they must earn from patients.

[DEVELOPMENT OF TELEMEDICINE TECHNOLOGIES: OVERVIEW OF FOREIGN PRACTICE].

The article discusses the development of telemedicine technologies. It is noted that throughout history, technological revolutions have destroyed the workforce, creating new forms and models of work, making others obsolete and leading to broader changes in society, and digital technologies have developed faster than any innovation in recent history. By the method of content analysis of thematic publications, a review of the country practice of implementing telemedicine technologies in national health systems was carried out. It is concluded that telemedicine is an excellent tool for use in the health sector, reducing inequality and providing access to medical services. Where the construction of hospital facilities can take months, telemedicine uses improvised technologies to provide and maintain remotely.