Health

In January 2026, 22 new cases of measles were recorded in Kyrgyzstan. A doctor discussed the symptoms of the disease, the vaccine, and complications.

According to information provided by Gulzada Dadanova, a doctor at the Republican Center for Immunoprophylaxis, 22 cases of measles were recorded in Kyrgyzstan in January 2026. As the specialist noted, there was a noticeable decline in morbidity by the end of 2025: only 1 case was recorded in October, 2 in November, and 7 in December. However, at the beginning of the new year, the situation changed dramatically.

09.02.2026, 16:43

Health

The FOMS explains the procedure for obtaining medical procedures (injections)

The hot line 113 receives numerous inquiries from citizens wondering why it is impossible to contact any medical organization, including emergency services, for injections (intravenous and intramuscular) in the evening, reports the FOMS. In response to these inquiries, the Fund clarified the procedure for providing planned medical care:

09.02.2026, 16:33

Health

In Kyrgyzstan, 12,400 cases of ARVI and influenza were registered in a week

From February 2 to 8, Kyrgyzstan recorded 12,400 cases of influenza and acute respiratory viral infections, according to the Ministry of Health. This number is 11.1% lower compared to the previous week.

09.02.2026, 16:00

Health

Caring for grandchildren strengthens the brains of grandparents and slows down age-related memory decline, study finds

According to the results of a new study, grandparents who actively care for their grandchildren demonstrate better memory and language skills as they age. This data suggests that involvement in caring for grandchildren may help slow cognitive decline. The research, conducted and published by the American Psychological Association, shows that caring for grandchildren can serve as a protective factor against the deterioration of cognitive functions in older adults. Link to the study.

09.02.2026, 15:56

Lifestyle

Life in the Regions: Daniil Kuttubek Uulu Breeds, Trains, and Sells Purebred Horses

In the village of Kenges, located in the Japalak rural municipality of the city of Osh, 26-year-old Daniil Kuttubek uulu is engaged in breeding and training thoroughbred horses. He also sells stallions that have not yet participated in the traditional game of kok-boru. Daniil spoke with a Turmush correspondent. Daniil is a graduate of the law faculty of Osh State University. His passion for horses began in early childhood when his father, who owned good horses and was an active kok-boru player,

09.02.2026, 15:37

Lifestyle

Life in the Regions: Nasiba Topchieva from Batken Has Mastered a Profession Considered Predominantly Male

Nasiba Topchieva, living in the village of Chon-Talaa in the Batken region, has successfully started her career as a seamstress. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, she shared that she faced difficulties finding a master to repair her sewing machine. This prompted her to travel to the capital to acquire the necessary skills. For six years, she has been engaged in this craft, and recently, considering the growing interest in sewing services, she also began selling new sewing machines.

09.02.2026, 15:33

Health / Exclusive

The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic warns against unsafe dietary supplements (list of medications)

The Department of Disease Prevention and Sanitary-Epidemiological Surveillance of the Kyrgyz Republic informs the public about potential dangers associated with the use of dietary supplements that do not meet the standards of the Technical Regulations of the Eurasian Economic Union. The agency strongly recommends refraining from purchasing and using them. According to the Ministry of Health, the mentioned products do not meet the requirements of TR TS 021/2011 "On the Safety of Food

09.02.2026, 14:03

Health

The Minister of Health met with Kyrgyz doctors working in Russia

During his visit to Russia, Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov met with Kyrgyz doctors working in the neighboring country. According to the Ministry of Health, the event gathered about 60 medical professionals. During the meeting, important topics were discussed, such as the return of specialists to their homeland and the creation of favorable conditions for their work in the healthcare system of Kyrgyzstan.

09.02.2026, 11:03

Economy / Exclusive / Horoscope

Torobaev: In 2026, drip irrigation will be implemented on 21,000 hectares

Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Industry Bakyt Torobaev spoke at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh committee dedicated to agricultural policy, ecology, and water resource management, where he presented a report on preparations for the spring fieldwork. According to him, in 2026, the commissioning of 893 new wells is planned. As part of the preparations, the ministry has provided 203 units of agricultural machinery, while local self-government bodies have prepared an additional

09.02.2026, 10:58

Health / Exclusive

The country needs you: Dosmambetov met with fellow medical professionals in Moscow

During his working trip to Russia, the Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kanbek Dosmambetov, held a meeting with Kyrgyz doctors working in Russia. According to the press service of the ministry, the event took place at the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Moscow and gathered about 60 medical professionals who work in the healthcare sector in the city. The main topic of discussion was attracting Kyrgyz doctors back to their homeland, as well as creating comfortable conditions for their work in

09.02.2026, 10:11

Health / Exclusive

Revealed: An Unobvious Factor in the Development of Heart Attacks and Strokes

The chief doctor of the dental clinic "All Yours," Victoria Karataeva, shared interesting information about the factors influencing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. According to the agency Lenta.ru, she stated that people with chronic gum diseases, such as periodontitis and gingivitis, fall into the risk group for the development of atherosclerosis, stroke, and heart attack. Karataeva explained that chronic inflammation of the gums, accompanied by bleeding, allows pathogenic

09.02.2026, 08:05

Health / Exclusive

The Unexpected Cause of Morning Sleepiness and Distraction Revealed

A study published in the journal Food and Humanity (FH) revealed that a breakfast high in sugar and fats can significantly worsen well-being and mental activity in the first hours after eating. As part of the experiment, young women were offered two types of breakfast on different days: a balanced one and a sweet one high in fats, with the calorie content being the same. The results demonstrated that participants more frequently experienced drowsiness and performed worse on planning tasks and

08.02.2026, 11:20

Health

How to Stay Active with a Sedentary Job? Recommendations

A sedentary lifestyle negatively affects metabolism, increases the likelihood of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and raises the risk of death from cardiovascular diseases and cancer. This is warned by experts from the Republican Center for Health Promotion. Office workers are particularly susceptible to these risks. To maintain the necessary level of physical activity, they should not only do morning exercises and engage in fitness in the evening but also stay active throughout the workday.

08.02.2026, 05:03

World / Health

A diplomatic scandal erupted between the USA and Poland over "insults directed at Trump"

In his statement posted on social media platform X, Ambassador Rose announced that the American side will no longer maintain contacts with the Speaker of the Polish Parliament. He emphasized that the U.S. cannot afford actions that could negatively impact relations with Poland or offend Trump, reports Polish Radio. Rose also noted that from this moment on, all contacts with Czajasty are terminated. He added that such insults could significantly undermine the wonderful relations between the two

07.02.2026, 18:23

Health

WHO: One in Four Cancer Cases Worldwide Can Be Prevented

According to a recent global analysis by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), up to 40% of cancer cases can be prevented. This is reported by the WHO website, citing the conducted study. As part of the analysis, 30 factors that can cause cancer and are preventable were examined. These include smoking, alcohol consumption, excess weight, lack of physical activity, air pollution, ultraviolet radiation, as well as nine infections that

07.02.2026, 09:15

Health

How to Timely Detect Stomach Cancer? Doctor's Recommendations

In Kyrgyzstan, approximately 70% of cancer cases are diagnosed at advanced stages, which complicates and prolongs the treatment process. This information was presented by Kalybek Bokoshev, a surgeon from the National Center for Oncology and Hematology. He emphasizes the importance of regular medical check-ups for the early detection of stomach cancer, which is one of the most common and dangerous types of cancer in the country.

07.02.2026, 05:21

Health

Morning sunlight helps improve sleep quality, study finds

The data obtained from the research conducted by Brazilian scientists confirm that regular exposure to sunlight in the morning is associated with better quality and healthier sleep. The study involved over 1,700 adult citizens of Brazil, and the results were published in the journal BMC Public Health. Researchers found that sunlight before 10 a.m. has the most significant impact on human biorhythms. Every additional half hour spent in the sun shifted the midpoint of nighttime sleep nearly 23

06.02.2026, 23:41

Health

Physical fitness begins to decline after the age of 35 — results of a 47-year study

An international team of scientists has presented the results of a long-term study spanning 47 years, dedicated to the physical activity of the population. The work was published in the scientific journal Journal of Cachexia, Sarcopenia and Muscle on November 16, 2025. The study was conducted on a Swedish population sample and included individuals aged 16 to 63 years. The researchers analyzed aerobic endurance, muscle strength, and power.

06.02.2026, 23:05

Health

Abdullat Kadyrov: The Talas Regional Tuberculosis Hospital Does Not Pose an Epidemiological Threat to the Population

The head of the National Center for Phthisiatry, Abdullat Kadyrov, shared his opinion regarding the issue discussed in the Jogorku Kenesh about the placement of the Talas Regional Tuberculosis Hospital in an urban area. In his comment, he noted:

06.02.2026, 19:48

Health

In 2025, over 36,000 children in Kyrgyzstan underwent examination and treatment in short-term care units.

According to the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund, in 2025, 36,299 children underwent examination and treatment in the republic's hospitals as part of the state guarantee program, both on a planned and emergency basis. Among all patients, 64% were children under the age of 6, with 11% of them being infants under one year old. The implementation of short-term stays in medical institutions significantly reduces the psychological pressure on children and their families. It also lowers the

06.02.2026, 15:56

Health / Exclusive

The doctor explained how to lose weight by summer

Doctor Andrey Martyushev-Poklad, a leading specialist at the NTI "Healthnet" and the "Health of the Healthy" union, shared recommendations for losing weight by summer in an interview with RIA Novosti. He emphasizes that to achieve the desired result, it is important to follow a specific sequence of actions. The first step is to eliminate sources of chronic stress. According to the expert, such factors include both lack of sleep and its poor quality. Alcohol, which many use

06.02.2026, 15:33

Health

"How Should We Reform Science?" Opinion of Professor Batyraliev

In Kyrgyzstan, the reform of medical personnel training has become one of the main tasks, as confirmed by the signing of the law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts in the Fields of Education, Science, and Healthcare" by President Sadyr Japarov. This law aims to improve the quality of education for medical specialists. Key factors in personnel training include infrastructure, funding, and the modern organization of research institutes (RIs) and research centers (RCs), as well

06.02.2026, 15:31

Health / Exclusive

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