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Kyrgyzstan and Russia Discussed Quotas for Medical Treatment and Training of Doctors
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Kyrgyzstan and Russia Discussed Quotas for Medical Treatment and Training of Doctors

In the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan, a meeting took place between Kanibek Dosmambetov, the Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, and Mikhail Albertovich Murashko, the head of the Ministry of Health of Russia. This was reported in a press release from the ministry. The Kyrgyz delegation expressed gratitude to the Russian side for the prompt organization of the negotiations, warm reception, and constructive approach. The participants of the meeting noted that cooperation between the two

11.02.2026, 08:42
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Specialist Tips: Why Do Children Have Seizures?

A pediatrician from the At-Bashinsky hospital, Shaken Mambetkadyrova, shared important information and recommendations with parents regarding the causes of seizures in children. Key Factors: 1. Temperature Influence Seizures can occur in children aged 6 months to 5 years with a sudden increase in body temperature (38°C and above). This is the most common cause, and such episodes usually pass quickly. 2. Electrolyte Imbalance

10.02.2026, 18:58
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What Parents Should Pay Attention to in Their Child's Health — Doctor's Advice

The Deputy Chief Physician of the City Children's Clinical Hospital for Emergency Medical Care, Zhamiyla Anakeeva, reported on "Birinchi Radio" that the number of cases of echinococcosis in children has doubled. According to her, many parents seek medical help when the disease has already led to serious damage to the liver and lungs, sometimes with a ruptured cyst. These figures are particularly high in Bishkek and the Chui region.

10.02.2026, 18:52
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The Ministry of Health is creating a unified database for children with special diseases.

In Kyrgyzstan, a unified database is currently being developed that will contain information about children suffering from autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other diseases. This was reported by the First Deputy Minister of Health Aibek Matkerimov at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues of labor, health, women's rights, and social matters. During his speech, he presented the following data:

10.02.2026, 18:26
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The increase in diagnosed diseases is related to improvements in perinatal screening, - Ministry of Health

At a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Labor, Health, Women's Affairs, and Social Issues, the First Deputy Minister of Health, Aibek Matkerimov, reported that the increase in the number of registered diseases is related to the proper implementation of perinatal screening. Deputy Gulnara Baatyrova raised the question of whether screening is conducted in the first and second trimesters of pregnancy, as well as the accuracy of this screening, given the rise in the number of

10.02.2026, 18:19
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The cost of services in private rehabilitation centers is high, - deputy

At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on labor, health care, women's affairs, and social issues, Edyta Taygaraeva expressed the idea of the possibility of concluding agreements between the state and private rehabilitation institutions. This would allow parents of children with special needs to receive discounts on services. She emphasized that the number of state rehabilitation centers is limited, while private institutions are widespread, but their service costs are high.

10.02.2026, 18:07
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"Dental care for children with disabilities needs to be improved, - deputy"

At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues, deputy Edyta Taygaraeva noted that dental care for children with disabilities (PWD) provided at the National Center for Maternal and Child Health needs improvement. She emphasized that there are certain difficulties that create problems for parents who are forced to undergo tests at other facilities. This complicates the situation, as transportation with children with special needs

10.02.2026, 18:02
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Cases of Down syndrome are more frequently registered in the city of Bishkek, - Ministry of Health

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Labor, Health, Women's Affairs, and Social Issues, which took place on February 10, First Deputy Minister of Health Aibek Matkerimov presented data on cases of Down syndrome registered in Kyrgyzstan. He noted that the highest number of cases is observed in Bishkek. On the committee's agenda was information regarding the implementation of the Jogorku Kenesh resolution concerning children with autism, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy.

10.02.2026, 17:54
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The Ministry of Health is ready to reconsider the classification of rare diseases

At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, held on February 10, the First Deputy Minister of Health Aibek Matkerimov announced the ministry's intention to revise the classification of rare diseases, transitioning from ICD-10 to ICD-11. During the meeting, issues related to the implementation of the Jogorku Kenesh's resolution concerning children with autism, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy were discussed.

10.02.2026, 17:51
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In Kyrgyzstan, there are more than 3,000 children with mental disabilities, - Ministry of Social Development

According to preliminary data, there are 3,024 children with mental disorders in Kyrgyzstan. Ainura Orozbaeva, Deputy Minister of Labor, Social Welfare, and Migration for Digital Development, announced this figure at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with labor, health, women's issues, and social policy. She noted that the statistics on diseases may vary. The specified number includes children with Down syndrome, autism, and other congenital disorders.

10.02.2026, 17:24
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In Kyrgyzstan, plans are being made to train specialists to assist children with rare diseases, - Ministry of Health

In Kyrgyzstan, there is a shortage of qualified specialists who support and treat children with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other rare diseases. This was stated by the First Deputy Minister of Health Aibek Matkerimov at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh committee dedicated to labor, health, women's affairs, and social policy. According to Matkerimov, discussions are currently underway with the Kyrgyz State Medical University to create a new faculty focused on training the

10.02.2026, 17:13
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Funding for the treatment of orphan diseases is increasing, - Ministry of Health

In 2025, funding for the treatment of orphan diseases in the country will reach 264.2 million soms. This was announced by Aibek Matkerimov, the First Deputy Minister of Health, during a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh that deals with labor, health, women's affairs, and social policy. Matkerimov noted that compared to 2024, the funding amount has increased by 164.2 million soms. These funds are coming from the High Technology Fund.

10.02.2026, 17:10
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More than 11.5 thousand people received prosthetic and orthopedic services in 2025, - Ministry of Labor

According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Labor on February 10, in 2025, more than 11,500 citizens utilized prosthetic and orthopedic services. The Republican Prosthetic and Orthopedic Institution, under the Ministry of Labor, continues its activities aimed at providing citizens with disabilities with modern and high-quality prosthetics and mobility aids. During the reporting period, the number of people receiving services for the manufacture and repair of

10.02.2026, 17:09
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In the Suzak District, monitoring is being implemented for the early detection of children with autism and cerebral palsy.

In the Suzak district, the implementation of a monitoring program aimed at the early detection of children with autism, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy will begin. This was announced by Aibek Matkerimov, the First Deputy Minister of Health, at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues. Matkerimov noted that the program will operate in pilot mode with the support of international organizations.

10.02.2026, 17:05
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The issue of children's autism is pressing not only in Kyrgyzstan but also worldwide, - director of the rehabilitation center

Gulnara Amankulova, the head of the rehabilitation center for people with disabilities "Ayar," raised the issue of the growing prevalence of autism at a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council, which deals with economics, budget, finance, and investments, on February 10. “Autism is not only a problem for Kyrgyzstan but a global epidemic,” she emphasizes.

10.02.2026, 16:59
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The delegation of Kyrgyzstan familiarized itself with the experience of training personnel and the application of digital technologies in Russian clinics.

On February 9, Minister of Health Kanbek Dosmambetov visited Moscow, where he familiarized himself with the work of leading medical and educational institutions in Russia. During his visit, he studied approaches to training medical specialists, the organization of highly specialized care, and the implementation of modern diagnostic and treatment technologies that could be beneficial for improving the Kyrgyz healthcare system.

10.02.2026, 02:53
The FOMS clarified the procedure for receiving injections
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The FOMS clarified the procedure for receiving injections

Questions from citizens regularly come to the hotline 113 of the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (FOMS), inquiring why it is impossible to request injections, including intravenous and intramuscular ones, at any medical organization, even at emergency services, during the evening hours. In response, FOMS provides clarifications on the procedure for providing planned medical care. Representatives of the fund emphasized that emergency medical assistance is intended for urgent and emergency

09.02.2026, 17:31
Kanibek Dosmambetov familiarized himself with the work of leading medical centers in Russia
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Kanibek Dosmambetov familiarized himself with the work of leading medical centers in Russia

The visit of Kanibek Dosmambetov, the Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, to Russia took place today, during which he visited several leading medical and educational institutions in Moscow. According to an official statement, the main purpose of the trip was to study best practices in training medical personnel, organizing high-quality care, and implementing modern diagnostic and treatment methods that could be beneficial for the healthcare system of Kyrgyzstan.

09.02.2026, 17:24
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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
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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
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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