Moscow Health Department Warns of Medical Check-Up Fraud Scheme

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•On April 28, 2026, the Ministry of Internal Affairs issued a warning about scammers using mobile game advertisements to promote fake medical check-ups.
•The Moscow Health Department had previously warned on April 26, 2026, about fraudsters impersonating polyclinic employees to conduct false medical examinations.
•Authorities advise residents to verify the identity of medical personnel before agreeing to any medical services to avoid falling victim to these scams.
•The fraud scheme involves deceptive advertising targeting mobile game users in Moscow, expanding the methods used by scammers beyond direct impersonation.
•The warnings were published by multiple official sources including RBC, Interfax, and RIA Novosti.

▸If Moscow law enforcement increases monitoring and shuts down scam advertisements in mobile games then the number of victims falling for fake medical check-ups may decrease, improving public safety and trust in healthcare services.

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