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More than 36,000 children received assistance in short-term stay facilities in 2025
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More than 36,000 children received assistance in short-term stay facilities in 2025

In 2025, 36,299 children underwent diagnosis and treatment in the short-term care units of the country’s hospitals, both on a planned and emergency basis. Data presented by the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund highlights the high demand for this format, especially among parents of younger children: 64% of all patients were children under six years old, including 11% infants under one year. The infrastructure of short-term units allows doctors to immediately begin diagnosis and treatment upon

06.02.2026, 15:28
Lifestyle

Life in the Regions: A Baby with a Sharp Unpleasant Smell from the Umbilical Cord Was Rescued in the Mountains of Issyk-Kul — Zhibek Ablaeva Shared Details of the 1999 Story

Zhibek Ablaeva, a family doctor from the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, recently shared an unusual story that took place in 1999 in an interview. Zhibek, born on March 8, 1951, graduated from medical school in 1973 and became a dentist. The first stage of her career began in 1975 at a dental center in Bishkek. After getting married in the 1990s, she moved to the village of Lipenka and has been working as a family doctor since 1998.

06.02.2026, 11:59
Health

Endoscopic Equipment to Be Launched Next Week at Issyk-Ata Hospital, Says Chief Doctor

Next week, endoscopic equipment will be launched at the Issyk-Ata District Hospital, as reported by the hospital's chief physician, Almaz Askarov, in an interview with the AKIpress agency. Deputy Bakhridin Shabazov previously noted on February 5 that the district hospital received Japanese endoscopic equipment last year, but it has not been used yet.

05.02.2026, 20:52
Health

New medical equipment in Issyk-Ata is idle due to the lack of training for specialists, - deputy

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 5, Deputy Bakhridin Shabazov noted that the Japanese endoscopic equipment received by the Issyk-Ata district hospital last year has not been used for a whole year. “The situation is causing panic among doctors: they are afraid that if it becomes known that the equipment is not being used, it may be taken away. The reason is the lack of qualified specialists. Training is directed to the NHC, but there is no similar equipment for practice there,”

05.02.2026, 17:55
Lifestyle

Life in the Regions: Abdygany Karabashev from Kadamzhai Assembled a Tractor from Parts of "Tiko" and "Zhiguli"

In the village of Arpa-Sai, located in the Kadamjai district of the Batken region, local resident Abdygany Karabashev constructed a tractor using parts from "Daewoo Tico" and "Zhiguli" cars. This project took him three months and was aimed at simplifying agricultural work. He noted that the tractor has a compact size, making it ideal for working in orchards, allowing easy movement between trees. “I have an orchard of 30 acres, and to simplify work there, I built a small

05.02.2026, 17:29
Health

The Ministry of Health will conduct an inventory of healthcare facilities, - Minister of Health

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov announced plans to conduct an inventory of healthcare facilities. Deputy Mederbek Chotonov expressed the opinion that reforms in the Ministry of Health should focus on building new hospitals rather than on the costly capital repairs of old buildings. In this regard, he inquired about the plans for constructing hospitals in the Talas region.

05.02.2026, 16:58
Specialist voiced data on viral hepatitis in Kyrgyzstan for 2026
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Specialist voiced data on viral hepatitis in Kyrgyzstan for 2026

As of January 1, 2026, Ulan Sarymsakov, a clinical specialist from the Republican Center for the Control of Hemocontact Viral Hepatitis and HIV, presented new data on the epidemiological situation regarding viral hepatitis in Kyrgyzstan. According to his information, monitoring began in 2022. During the studies, 1,140,946 people were tested for hepatitis B virus, of which 37,946 (3.33%) tested positive. For hepatitis C virus, 1,137,130 people were examined, with positive results found in

05.02.2026, 16:52
Health

Ministry of Health: Supplies of Barium for X-ray Studies Will Soon Begin

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 5, Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova raised the issue of the shortage of barium for X-ray examinations, addressing Health Minister Kanbek Dosmambetov. The minister responded that he would take the necessary measures to resolve the problem, assuring that the supply of barium would be organized soon. He added that this substance is included in the list of essential medicines, and the Department of Drug Supply is already preparing for its delivery.

05.02.2026, 16:50
Health

Photo - A rehabilitation complex will be built in the village of Archaly.

In the Chuy region, in the village of Archaly, the construction of a rehabilitation town is planned, which will serve educational and scientific-methodological functions in the field of rehabilitation. This initiative was reported by the Ministry of Health. The construction of the town is being carried out on the instruction of the president, and it will be based on the existing rehabilitation center "Maksat".

05.02.2026, 16:17
Health

The deputy reported a shortage of hospital beds in the city of Manas and Suzak district.

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 5, Deputy Venera Khamazaeva drew attention to the serious problem of the shortage of hospital beds in the city of Manas and the Suzak district. She noted that the children's regional hospital, designed for 165 beds, is actually receiving up to 250 children, which creates significant strain on the medical staff and leads to violations of sanitary norms. “The situation is critical, there are not enough beds, and doctors have to work under high

05.02.2026, 16:15
A rehabilitation village for children with disabilities will be built in the village of Archaly (sketches)
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A rehabilitation village for children with disabilities will be built in the village of Archaly (sketches)

In the village of Archaly, a rehabilitation complex for children with disabilities will be built. The press service of the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan reported that, by the order of the country's president Sadyr Japarov, the design and construction of a modern rehabilitation center based on the already functioning institution "Maksat" will begin. This is aimed at developing the rehabilitation assistance system for children and increasing the accessibility of specialized

05.02.2026, 15:15
Society / Health

Deputy: At the time, "Kyrgyzgas" was handed over to "Gazprom" for $1. What promises were made back then?

At the meeting, Deputy Meder Aliyev suggested that officials and representatives of "Gazprom" discuss issues related to the gasification of the settlements in the Sokuluk district in an informal setting over a cup of coffee. Aliyev noted that he does not have the opportunity to elaborate on the complex situation with gas supply in the Sokuluk district, which is why he proposed a meeting outside of the official format.

05.02.2026, 15:14
Health

Oncological hospitals need psychologists to work with patients, - deputy

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Ismanali Joroев emphasized the importance of involving psychologists in the work of oncology hospitals. In his opinion, specialists in psychology can help patients properly perceive and understand their diagnoses. Ismanali Joroев noted that often doctors inform patients of their diagnoses without prior preparation, which leads to shock states and leaves people alone with their feelings. The deputy is convinced that having psychologists in healthcare

05.02.2026, 15:04
The government plans to switch to direct provision of hemodialysis - Ministry of Health
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The government plans to switch to direct provision of hemodialysis - Ministry of Health

During a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Adilet Belekov raised an important issue regarding the establishment of a hemodialysis center in the Kochkor district. In response, Minister of Health Kanbek Dosmambetov noted that currently, hemodialysis is provided through outsourcing, mainly by private companies. According to him, the state pays 6,500 soms for each hemodialysis procedure. However, some patients believe that the quality of services leaves much to be desired, as Chinese-made

05.02.2026, 15:02
The deputy raised the issue of relocating the tuberculosis hospital in Talas next to the school.
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The deputy raised the issue of relocating the tuberculosis hospital in Talas next to the school.

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Medina Kairylbekova proposed the need to relocate the tuberculosis hospital located in Talas, near a school. She emphasized that this medical facility is situated in the city center and does not have a connection to the sewage system. “The hospital has its own septic tank. A school is located 50 meters from it, and a new educational institution is also planned to be built. Wastewater from the hospital is transported by truck and dumped into a

05.02.2026, 14:47
Health

The Ministry of Health reported no threat of the Nipah virus spreading in Kyrgyzstan

The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan is strengthening sanitary measures in connection with potential risks associated with the Nipah virus. This was reported by Health Minister Kanaybek Dosmambetov during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 5. Dosmambetov emphasized that an action algorithm has been developed and implemented in the country to respond to possible cases of the disease. Kyrgyzstan is actively cooperating with neighboring countries, such as Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, to

05.02.2026, 13:04
Health

"In Oncology, Medicine is 'in a Coma,' - Deputy"

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Kamila Talieva expressed concern about the state of medicine in the field of oncology, calling it "in a coma." She emphasized that the topic of smog discussed not only touches on environmental aspects but also directly affects the health and lives of citizens. “If in 2015, 5,000 people died from cancer, by 2025 this number could rise to 6,000. If we do not change the situation, the number of victims will continue to grow. Do we have

05.02.2026, 12:21