Kubanychbek Almamotov, a 63-year-old resident of the village of Zhashasyn in the Kyz-Kol rural district of the Suzak region in the Jalal-Abad region, has been hunting for over two decades. For him, hunting is not a job but a passion that has earned him respect among the locals for his endurance and attentiveness.
29-year-old Ulan Tölömüşov, originally from the village of Dolon in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, leads an unusual lifestyle, taking cold water procedures throughout the year—both in winter and summer. Even in severe frosts, he is not afraid to break the ice on Lake Dolon, where its thickness reaches 15-20 cm, and swims beneath it, which surprises the local residents. Ulan has always shown an interest in extreme activities and sticks to his choice despite warnings. He shared that
In the village of Үлгү in the Suzak district, located in the Jalal-Abad region, lives Kahar Eshkoziev, who is engaged in breeding a rare breed of cows — Aberdeen-Angus, imported to Kyrgyzstan from Scotland by airplane. Kahar started his business with the purchase of just two calves, but now his herd numbers over 50 cows, and the total livestock has reached 130. He shares that he has been involved in breeding livestock for almost three decades, with the last 15 years focused on meat production.
At the parliament meeting on January 21, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Rahat Junushbaeva raised the issue of the maternity hospital located in the village of Barskoon in the Jetim-Ögüz district of the Issyk-Kul region. She noted that the building of the maternity hospital has undergone major repairs and is intended to serve the local population, which is approximately 9,000 people. However, the institution is not functioning because it lacks the necessary medical equipment and qualified
Ilimbek Kubanychbekov, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, stated the need for the construction of a maternity hospital and a clinic in the village of Kashkar Kyshtak, located in the Kara-Suu district (Ala-Too ayil okmotu). As the deputy noted, the project documentation was developed last year, and funds have already been allocated for these purposes. A plot of land measuring 1 hectare and 70 sotiks has been selected for construction.
At the parliamentary meeting on January 21, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Zhyldyz Egenberdieva raised an important issue regarding the supply of the drug "Gleevec" for patients with oncological diseases. She emphasized the problems of medical care in one of the villages of the Osh region. According to Egenberdieva, since 2004, cases of "chronic leukemia" have been registered in Kyrgyzstan, and currently their number exceeds 500, of which 90% are adults and 10% are children.
In the Uzgen district, some batches of baby food under the "Nestlé" (Russia) brand were seized. This information was received from the Uzgen District Center for Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance. According to the agency, this decision was made as part of safety measures due to the possible presence of cereulide toxin in one of the raw material components.
Sovetbek Asekov, a resident of the village of Korumdu in the Tyup district, along with his son, founded their own fish farm. For the past year, they have been engaged in fish breeding in a pond covering 2 hectares, gaining experience in this field. By profession, Sovetbek is a driver, and he is glad that he was able to realize his long-held dream together with his son.
Ishak Akmatjanov, a young man from the village of Jiydelik in the Kadamjay district of the Batken region, along with his sister, is engaged in breeding and selling hamsters. According to Ishak, the winter period poses the greatest challenge for breeding hamsters, which leads to an increase in their price during this time.
In Osh, according to information from Deputy Santalat Amanova (district No. 6), a major overhaul is required for five polyclinics that are in "terrible" condition. This statement was made at a parliamentary meeting on January 21. In the deputy's opinion, the buildings of the polyclinics need complete reconstruction, and she has already sent relevant requests regarding this issue.
At the parliament meeting on January 21, Deputy Venera Salyamova, representing district No. 11, proposed the establishment of a Republican institution for prosthetic and orthopedic products in Manas. She noted that similar centers are already operating in Bishkek and Osh.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 21, Deputy Dastan Jumabekov raised the issue of the possibility of registering citizens who have changed their gender. He referred to an existing draft law concerning the individual accounting of citizens for social insurance purposes. The deputy provided an example: "Citizens are requesting to change their PIN. If, for instance, a man has become a woman or vice versa, then de facto such people exist, but will they be able to be registered
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Bekmyrza Ergeshev raised an important issue regarding the state of healthcare in the country, noting that 6,400 new cases of oncology are registered in Kyrgyzstan each year. Of this number, 2,000 cases are accounted for by the southern region, according to data from the Osh Interregional Oncology Center. He pointed out that the existing oncology center in Osh is outdated and does not meet international standards. In 2013, the building of the center
Starting from January 22, new rules regarding the determination of the country of origin for certain goods in public procurement will come into effect in the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union. This information was announced by the Eurasian Economic Commission. These changes will apply to relations arising from January 1, 2026.
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Bekmurza Ergeshov, representing district No. 6, stated the need for the construction of a new building for the Osh Interregional Oncology Center. Currently, the oncology service operates in the premises of a kindergarten and suffers from a lack of modern equipment. According to the deputy, approximately 6,400 new cases of cancer are recorded annually in the country, of which about 2,000 cases are in the southern region. He also noted that the building
Daniyar Mambetalievich Kaskeev has become the new director of the Kyrgyz Scientific Research Institute of Resortology and Rehabilitation, which is under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Health. This appointment was approved by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Suyun Omurzakov reported that the cost of tests in private medical institutions ranges from 500 to 5,000 soms. He noted that with the increase in salaries and pensions, citizens' expenses on medications and tests have also risen. "Given the increase in the budget, it is important to provide financial support to state laboratories to reduce the cost of services for citizens," he added.
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Marlen Mamataliyev (District No. 23) drew attention to the low payments for assistants to people with disabilities, which amount to only 7,000 soms. He emphasized that although the government allocates funds and appoints benefits, the amount received by assistants is too small. This leads to many of them being unable to work and staying at home, which jeopardizes their financial well-being. Mamataliyev called for the need to increase these payments.
At the parliamentary meeting on January 21, Deputy Suyunbek Omurzakov (District No. 10) raised the issue of the lack of necessary reagents in state laboratories. He emphasized that the Ministry of Health should allocate funds and not skimp on this important aspect. According to Omurzakov, the number of patients with certain diseases is increasing; however, the necessary reagents are absent in state laboratories. As a result, doctors are sending people to private clinics, where the cost of tests
With the onset of cold weather and an increase in the incidence of ARVI and influenza, it is extremely important to take care of your immunity — the body's natural defense against infections. Doctors from the Bishkek Health Strengthening Center shared recommendations for maintaining the immune system. According to specialists, immunity is not only a physical state but also the result of the interaction of all body systems. Emotions, lifestyle, nutrition, and even the quality of social
Professor Igor Pershukov shared his comments on modern methods for treating carotid artery stenosis, discussing stenting, endarterectomy, and pharmacotherapy. Today, there are already clear criteria for choosing a treatment method. Igor Vyacheslavovich Pershukov is a professor, Doctor of Medical Sciences, and also a PhD, heading the Department of Hospital Therapy with a course in Radiological Diagnostics and Oncology at Jalal-Abad State University.
In Kyrgyzstan, a study on iatrogenic injuries of the ureter has been conducted, examining clinical features, diagnostic approaches, and treatment outcomes. This work has been published in the journal "Healthcare of the KR". Iatrogenic injuries of the ureter represent serious complications arising from surgical interventions in the pelvic and abdominal areas. These complications significantly worsen the quality of life for patients, making timely diagnosis and effective treatment
Specialists from the Republican Center for Health Promotion have presented recommendations for safe movement in icy conditions. First and foremost, try to limit going outside in unfavorable weather. Prefer well-lit routes where there is less ice and the roads are sprinkled with sand. Pay attention to potentially dangerous areas, such as sidewalks along roads, public transport stops, manhole covers, and store staircases. When climbing stairs, hold onto the handrails and place both feet on each
The Department of State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance shared recommendations for preventing cases of food poisoning arising from fast food. Food poisoning is an acute illness that can be caused by consuming food containing pathogenic microorganisms or their toxins, as well as toxic substances not related to microorganisms.
