At the recently held industry meetings in the Naryn region, the acute problem of the shortage of medical personnel was discussed again. The correspondent of Turmush reports that there are about 348–349 doctors working in the region. However, geographical features, a dispersed population, and a lack of stable retention of specialists exacerbate this situation.
At the meeting of the board in the Naryn region, current issues related to medical services were discussed. Specialists analyzed socio-economic data for the year 2025, paying special attention to healthcare issues. According to the provided information, in 2025, there were 48 recorded cases of infant mortality among children under one year old, which is 6% higher than the figures from the previous year. This fact raises serious concerns among healthcare workers.
A resident of the village of Orgocor in the Jeti-Oguz district, Süündük Asanalieva, after retiring, decided to engage in her favorite craft—uuziuluk (traditional women's handicraft), which had interested her since her youth. In a conversation with a Turmush correspondent, she shared that she creates various felt products and hosts tourists in the famous summer pasture Kök-Jayyk during the summer. Süündük, born on September 14, 1968, in the village of Tilekmad, is the seventh child in a
A new digital inventory system for medical equipment called SAMEDIS is being launched in Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Health. On February 17, a meeting took place where the First Deputy Minister of Health, Aibek Matkerimov, discussed the current status of the implementation of the sectoral program "Health V" with Indira Moldogazieva, a representative of the German Development Bank (KfW), and project manager of the consulting company GITEC-IGIP, Kerez
According to preliminary data, the gross domestic product (GDP) of Kyrgyzstan in January 2025 amounted to 125 billion 718.1 million soms, which is 9% more compared to the same period of the previous year. In 2024, the growth was 11.1%. The main factors contributing to GDP growth are the sectors of commodity production, services, and net taxes on products. The largest contributions to economic growth in January came from the increase in the production of wooden and paper products, as well as
Vice Minister of Health Aibek Matkerimov held a meeting with the representative of the German Development Bank (KfW) Indira Moldogazieva and the project manager from the consulting company GITEC-IGIP Kerez Kelishova. The main topic of discussion was the implementation of a digital accounting system for medical equipment, known as SAMEDIS. According to the press service of the Ministry of Health, the meeting reviewed current achievements within the framework of the sectoral program
In the At-Bashinsky district, there is a shortage of doctors: young specialists are being attracted through social packages and salary increases. Turmush — There is a serious shortage of medical personnel in At-Bashy.
On the air of Birinchi Radio, nutritionist Nargiza Belekova shared recommendations on how to properly prepare for fasting and eat during Orozо. She emphasized that in the absence of medical contraindications, this fast can significantly improve the overall condition of the body. This is especially true for people suffering from metabolic syndrome, which includes conditions such as insulin resistance, prediabetes, pancreatic obesity, and hypertension. For such patients, fasting is an important
According to the data from the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (MHIF), in 2025, medical institutions in Kyrgyzstan that operate under contracts with the MHIF recorded 1,165,676 cases of hospitalization. Of the total number of hospitalizations, more than 419,000 (which accounts for 36%) were for children under 18 years old.
Bishkek February 17, TuesdayAt night, the temperature will be +7...+9 °C, rain is expected. During the day +16...+18 °C, also with rain.
The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan has proposed an initiative to approve regulations for private medical practice. This draft resolution is currently available for public discussion. In the justification for the project, it is stated that every citizen has the right to health protection, as enshrined in the Constitution. The increase in the number of diseases creates additional pressure on medical workers and exacerbates the shortage of personnel in public healthcare.
In 2025, hospitals in Kyrgyzstan that operate under contracts with the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (MHIF) registered 1 million 165 thousand 676 cases of inpatient treatment. According to a press release from the MHIF, 36% of the total cases were children under 18 years old, which corresponds to approximately 419 thousand hospitalizations. The Fund clarified that each case of inpatient treatment is counted separately, and the figure of 1,165,676 does not reflect the number of individuals
At the National Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood (NCPMC) in Bishkek, medical specialists successfully performed an operation to remove a foreign body from a child's airways. According to the doctors, the incident occurred with a 1-year-old baby who accidentally choked on an unknown object while playing. He began to cough severely and his lips turned blue. Hearing "strange wheezing sounds," the child's mother immediately sought medical help, and the baby
The Ministry of Health responded to the video filmed at the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology. The agency emphasized that psychiatric institutions have a special access regime, where the focus is on protecting the rights of patients, their confidentiality, and dignity.
A unique kidney transplant operation was performed at the medical center of Osh State University (OshSU), becoming the fourth in the history of this institution. According to the university, the patient's story began three years ago when a 40-year-old man had to start dialysis. The decision to donate was made by his 68-year-old father, Anarbek Usenov, who readily agreed to help his son.
From February 17 to 19, Kazakhstan will be under the influence of a cyclone, which will cause precipitation, icy conditions, and strong winds with snowstorms, according to "Kazhydromet." However, starting from February 18, an anticyclone will begin to move into the rear of the cyclone, leading to a decrease in precipitation in the northern regions of the country, while nighttime temperatures will drop to -18 to -23 degrees. At the same time, the southern parts of the country, under
Injections administered into the gluteal muscle require special attention and qualification. This conclusion was reached by specialists from the Republican Center for Health Strengthening. They emphasize that such a procedure should only be performed by a qualified medical professional.
Bishkek February 16, Monday The temperature at night will be +2…+4 °C, with variable cloudiness expected. During the day, the temperature will rise to +15…+17 °C, sunny with some clouds.
Shayyrbubu Mambetkadyrova, a pediatrician from the At-Bashinsky District Hospital, shared important information about the causes of decreased immunity in children, as well as ways to strengthen it using natural methods. As the doctor explains, children who receive a balanced and varied diet and adhere to a daily routine usually have strong immunity. However, in some cases, their bodies may weaken, leading to frequent illnesses.
On February 15, 2026, the 37th anniversary of the withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan will be celebrated, where the conflict lasted from 1979 to 1989. One of those who participated in these events is Zhyrgalbek Isabaev, originally from the village of Boz-Bulun, located in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region. At the age of 18, he found himself on the front lines.
A resident of the city of Kara-Balta has been singing in a choir for 50 years. On February 14, Alla Timofeevna Rudenko celebrated her 90th birthday in the city of Kara-Balta — a woman whose life has become a reflection of an entire era, full of trials, labor, and loyalty to song.
- According to the data from the National Statistical Committee, cereal crops (excluding legumes, rice, and buckwheat) occupy 609.7 thousand hectares, which accounts for 48.9% of all sown areas. In second place are forage crops with an area of 400.5 thousand hectares (32.2%).
On February 14, a meeting took place at the I.K. Akhunbaev Kyrgyz State Medical Academy, where Deputy Minister of Health Bakyt Kadyraliev interacted with students of the graduating classes. During the event, key aspects of training future doctors were discussed, including internships and residency, as well as improving the clinical training of students. In particular, emphasis was placed on the need to enhance the practical component of education starting from the third year, when students
In Kyrgyzstan, a study has been completed regarding the level of compliance among patients suffering from acne and rosacea. The results of the work were published in the journal "Healthcare of Kyrgyzstan." The authors of the article raise the issue of compliance, which in translation from English means the patient's willingness to follow the doctor's prescriptions, including pharmacotherapy recommendations. It is noted that compliance reflects the degree of patient
