In the city of Osh, there is a man whose name may not be as well-known as his nickname "Parshchik," which has become a symbol of quality bath relaxation. Almanbet Zairov, a 42-year-old educator, has gained fame outside his classroom as a master of the bathing ritual, transforming a regular visit to the bath into a process of spiritual cleansing.
During a meeting held on February 12 at the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Deputy Minister of Digital Development Temirbek Erkinov met with Samman Jung Tapa, the UNICEF representative in the country. The meeting discussed current issues and prospects for cooperation in the field of health care, including ensuring stable vaccine supplies, improving procurement processes, and enhancing the immunization program. UNICEF representatives provided information on significant assistance in
The Republican Center for Health Strengthening explained whether it is necessary to get the MMR vaccine if a child has already had measles. According to doctors, the immunity that develops after measles only protects against that disease.
On February 13, a meeting took place at the Ministry of Health between Deputy Minister for Digital Development Temirbek Erkinov and Samman Jung Tapa, representing UNICEF in the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the press service of the Ministry of Health, the current state and future of bilateral cooperation in the field of healthcare were discussed. In particular, attention was paid to issues related to ensuring sustainable vaccine supplies, optimizing procurement and distribution processes, as
Specialists from the Republican Center for Health Promotion warn about the risks associated with passive smoking. They emphasize that while smoking is a personal choice, it becomes a problem for those around as soon as tobacco smoke is inhaled by non-smokers. Passive smoking poses a serious threat to the health of non-smokers. According to medical professionals, a non-smoker spending eight hours in a room with smokers is equivalent to smoking five cigarettes. This highlights the real health
The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic has presented a new draft resolution for public discussion regarding the sanitary protection of the country. The document, titled "On the Approval of Rules for the Sanitary Protection of the Territory of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Comprehensive Plan for Anti-Epidemic Measures for 2026-2030," aims to prevent the importation and spread of quarantine and particularly dangerous infectious diseases, which pose a threat to public health. These
The Ministry of Health has planned expenditures of 40,775.5 million soms for the year 2026. According to information provided by the Ministry of Finance, the distribution of funds will be as follows:
According to a review by the Ministry of Finance, in 2026, the average salary of doctors in Kyrgyzstan will be 47,451 soms. There are 17,762 doctors in the country. For comparison, in 2025, the average salary of doctors was 33,620.8 soms.
The working meeting led by Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov focused on the establishment of a National Laboratory Service and the improvement of medical waste management. The main issue was the formation of a unified and reliable laboratory diagnostic system aimed at enhancing the accessibility and quality of medical care. The new model plans to create a national laboratory diagnostic framework that will involve both public and private institutions, with unified requirements for quality,
Dr. LUVSANJAMTS Ganzorig According to the young politician, air pollution in Ulaanbaatar is not a consequence of poverty. He also discussed corruption, methods to eliminate it, and the concept of the new city of Kharkhorum. Dr. LUVSANJAMTS Ganzorig, recently elected to parliament, actively raises issues of air pollution, corruption, and political stability, as well as the need to relocate the capital of Mongolia. In an interview with a journalist from The Diplomat, he spoke about the
Bishkek February 13, Friday At night, the temperature will be from 0 to -2 °C, with light snow. During the day, +6...+8 °C is expected with rain.
During a broadcast on Birinchi Radio, obstetrician-gynecologist, head of the maternity department at the Perinatal Center of the National Center for Maternal and Child Health, Zhanail Aamiraeva, shared information about the factors contributing to the increase in maternal mortality in Kyrgyzstan, as well as possible measures to improve the situation. According to statistics from the Ministry of Health, the rise in this indicator is not just a statistical fact, but a real tragedy that could
The Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (MHIF) reported the reimbursement to pharmacies of 409.7 million soms for medications provided under preferential prescriptions in 2025. According to the MHIF, thanks to these payments, thousands of citizens of Kyrgyzstan with insurance were able to obtain necessary medications, paying only a portion of their cost.
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova raised the issue of the need to address the problem of salaries for the scientific staff of the National Center for Oncology and Hematology. According to Mavlyanova, these employees are not under the direct control of either the Ministry of Health or the Ministry of Science, which puts them in an uncertain position. The deputy strongly urged for a solution to this situation.
The Cabinet of Ministers has made a decision to amend the resolution "On the Establishment of the Emergency Medical Service (Medical Service) under the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic," issued on August 19, 2024, under number 481. The resolution No. 51, signed by the Chairman of the Cabinet, Adylbek Kasymaliev, on January 31, 2026, outlines new opportunities for this service. These changes are aimed at more effective use of military medical equipment owned by
In Kyrgyzstan, there is a continuing increase in the number of oncological diseases. Currently, more than 30 thousand people have a cancer diagnosis, with about 6 thousand new cases registered each year. Amangeldy Jumabaev, the deputy director of the National Center for Oncology and Hematology, discussed this in an interview on the ElTR television channel. He noted that despite the rising number of patients, the mortality rate is gradually decreasing due to advancements in diagnostics and
In 2025, the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (MHIF) made payments totaling 409.7 million soms for medications dispensed on subsidized prescriptions. According to the fund, such reimbursements became possible, allowing thousands of citizens of Kyrgyzstan to receive necessary treatment by covering only part of the cost of medications. “The prescription of subsidized medications is carried out by family doctors strictly based on medical indications. Prescriptions are generated electronically and
According to information published in The New York Times, there are several characteristic signs of a heart attack. A heart attack is a serious cardiovascular condition that occurs when blood flow to a specific area of the heart muscle suddenly stops or significantly decreases.
Doctors who have arrived in the Talas region are receiving additional bonuses of up to 40,000 soms, reports Turmush correspondent. According to available information, in the Talas region, in order to eliminate the staffing shortage in the medical field, 18 doctors and 15 residents have been continuously working in the region since September 2025, following the initiative of the regional head, Ermat Jumayev.
According to Irina Volgina, an associate professor at the Department of Therapy at the Medical Faculty of the State University of Education, the causes of dry skin can be both external and internal. She shared her opinion with the Lenta.ru agency. Among the factors contributing to this problem, Irina highlighted improper skin care, climatic conditions, vitamin deficiencies, dehydration, unhealthy diet, and a number of diseases.
On "Birinchi Radio," cardiac surgeon Nurlan Koshoybek uulu discussed the symptoms that indicate the need for immediate medical attention for cardiovascular diseases. According to the doctor, the initial signs can vary: this may include a feeling of tightness or pain in the chest, as well as tingling that may radiate to the arm, jaw, or area between the shoulder blades. These symptoms may be short-lived, but they should raise concern and prompt a visit to a doctor.
In Bishkek, an automated system has been implemented at the Emergency Medical Center, which significantly speeds up the process of receiving and processing calls. This was reported by the chief physician of the center, Iskender Shayahmetov. According to him, the new system ensures patient support from the moment the request is received. Each call is registered in the database and tracked until it is completed. Patients can also use a personal account to view their request history.
The chief physician of the Capital Emergency Medical Center, Iskender Shayahmetov, noted that after the salary increase, the shortage of emergency medical doctors in Bishkek has significantly decreased. According to him, in 2025, by presidential decree, salaries were raised not only for emergency doctors in Bishkek and Osh but also for surgeons, pediatricians, and medical specialists working in remote areas. “Previously, out of 210 medical positions, 98 remained unfilled, but after the salary
The chief physician of the Bishkek Emergency Medical Center, Iskender Shayahemtov, shared information about the issues related to the shortage of ambulance crews and vehicles. As Shayahemtov noted, all calls come into the central dispatch, where eight dispatchers with medical education receive and distribute them. The city has 44 crews operating, including resuscitation, cardiology, neurology, pediatrics, and regular crews. The service system is organized by sectors.
