In Bishkek, as part of the project to create a reference laboratory for urban hospitals, active work is underway at the National Hospital, as reported by the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan. Recently, the Minister of Health Damirbek Osmonov visited the National Hospital and familiarized himself with its activities.
Specialists from China have come to an interesting conclusion about Parkinson's disease, discovering that its symptoms may manifest in the condition of hair. During the study, they analyzed hair samples from 60 patients and compared them with data from healthy individuals of the same age. The results of the work were published in the journal iScience. Participants with Parkinson's disease showed reduced levels of copper and iron in their hair, as well as increased concentrations of
On February 28, 2026, the Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Damirbek Osmonov, visited several medical institutions in Bishkek. During the visit, he familiarized himself with the conditions of medical service provision, the state of infrastructure, and current challenges in the healthcare sector, as reported by the ministry's press service. At the National Hospital, Osmonov inspected the work of the emergency medical department and facilities that are currently under renovation.
On February 28, Minister of Health Damirbek Osmonov visited several medical organizations in the city of Bishkek. The purpose of his trip was to familiarize himself with the conditions for providing medical care, the state of infrastructure, and the fulfillment of current tasks. During his visit, the minister inspected the emergency medical care department at the National Hospital, as well as areas where repair work is currently being carried out.
In the Jajyl District, a state-of-the-art electronic-optical converter (EOC) has been installed at the trauma department of the local hospital. As reported by Alymbek Turdugul uulu, the head of the trauma department, this equipment significantly accelerates the recovery process for patients after surgery.
On February 27, Deputy Minister of Health Temirbek Erkinov held a meeting with Altamash Wazir Khan, the Ambassador of Pakistan. The press service of the Ministry of Health reported on this event. During the meeting, the parties discussed various aspects of cooperation in the field of healthcare and medical education.
The Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration has shared information about the Rehabilitation Center for Persons with Disabilities. The Center offers a wide range of rehabilitation services that are available free of charge:
A study conducted by an international team of scientists has shown that regular physical exercise after a cancer diagnosis can significantly reduce the risk of death. These findings were based on the analysis of data from over 17,000 patients with seven different types of cancer and were published in the journal JAMA Network Open. As part of the study, data from six major long-term projects were combined. Researchers assessed the level of physical activity of participants both before the
Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov spoke at a republican meeting in "Yntymak Ordo," where he shared information about significant changes in the healthcare sector over the past four years. He noted that the consolidated healthcare budget increased from 26.3 billion soms in 2021 to 51.9 billion soms in 2025, which represents a doubling of funding.
On February 27, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, where Deputy Minister Temirbek Erkinov met with the Ambassador of Pakistan, Altamash Wazir Khan. The meeting focused on key issues related to cooperation in the field of healthcare and medical education. The improvement of the quality of training for Pakistani students in medical institutions in Kyrgyzstan was a central topic of discussion.
At kindergarten No. 16 in the city of Karakol, cases of chickenpox have been registered, leading to the closure of two groups for quarantine by the decision of health authorities. The information was provided by the parents of the children. According to the Karakol Inter-District Center for Disease Prevention and Sanitary-Epidemiological Surveillance, from February 27 to March 6, 2026, chickenpox was diagnosed in 8–10 children attending the middle and senior age groups. In this regard, the
A biological brother became a donor for a 44-year-old patient who received a kidney transplant. Today, a new free kidney transplant was performed at the National Center for Maternal and Child Health (NCMCH). The press service of the Ministry of Health reported this event. The operation was conducted on a 44-year-old patient, who was born in 1981 and had been on long-term hemodialysis since 2018. The donor was his brother, born in 1978. Both patients are feeling well and are under the
At the republican meeting in "Yntymak Ordo" on February 27, Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov reported that the total budget allocated for healthcare in 2025 amounted to nearly 52 billion soms. These funds have doubled compared to 2021, when the funding was 26 billion soms, and this does not include funds for the construction of new medical institutions and facilities that are still under construction.
In 2025, a total of 194,682 newborn screenings were conducted in Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan. According to the information provided by the agency, over 80,000 infants underwent examinations to detect congenital diseases.
Professor Igor Pershukov conducted an analysis of oncology issues in Kyrgyzstan and compared them with the system of assistance for cancer patients in Russia. Igor Vladimirovich Pershukov – Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor, and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), head of the Department of Hospital Therapy with a course in Radiological Diagnostics and Oncology at Jalal-Abad State University, as well as a fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and the American Society of Cardiovascular
A new Nuclear Medicine Center will be established based on the National Center for Oncology and Hematology During a working meeting between Deputy Minister of Health Bakytbek Kadyraliev and representatives of the State Corporation "Rosatom" and the National Center for Oncology and Hematology, which took place recently, the prospects for the development of nuclear medicine were discussed. The ministry's press service reported the details of the meeting. Particular attention was
On February 26, another free kidney transplant was performed at the National Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood (NCPMC). According to the press service of the Ministry of Health, the patient was a man born in 1981, who had been on chronic hemodialysis since 2018. His biological brother was the donor. Both patients are feeling well and are under medical supervision.
Today, February 26, in Bishkek at the National Center for Maternal and Child Health (NCOMCH), another kidney transplant operation was performed free of charge. Currently, about 200 patients suffering from stage 5 chronic kidney disease are on the waiting list.
A new emergency medical assistance department has been launched at the Suzak Territorial Hospital, as announced by the chief physician of the institution, Akzhol Turgunbaev. The department has four beds for patients.
A presentation of the new Commissioner for Anti-Corruption Prevention was held at the Ministry of Health, with Kuda Yar Sultanov appointed to the position, representing the Main Department for Combating Corruption of the General Prosecutor's Office. According to the Ministry of Health, this appointment was made in accordance with the presidential decree signed on November 24, 2025.
Professor Igor Pershukov conducted a comparison of oncology care systems in Russia and Kyrgyzstan. I.V. Pershukov is a professor and doctor of medical sciences, as well as a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). He is the head of the Department of Hospital Therapy with a course in Radiation Diagnostics and Oncology at Jalal-Abad State University, and is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and the American Society of Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (FSCAI). Text excerpt:
Asel Sartbaeva, a chemist from a small village in Kyrgyzstan, has developed a unique technology that allows vaccines to retain their properties at high temperatures. This invention could significantly improve the methods of storing and transporting critically important medical supplies in remote corners of the world. This was reported by the UN press service on International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Sartbaeva began her education at a local school, where she showed a keen interest in
The paramedic Zhyldyz Tezhibaeva has been working in the emergency medical service for 29 years. She is an experienced specialist who deeply understands both the complexity and responsibility of her profession. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, she shared about the round-the-clock work in the emergency department, decisions directly related to human life, and unforgettable calls.
At present, 289 healthcare organizations and 1,965 pharmacy institutions have been integrated into the drug traceability system in Kyrgyzstan, according to the Department of Medicines and Medical Devices. As of January 30, 2026, 2,072 drug names have been added to the system. A total of over 80 million packages have been put into circulation, of which 25 million have been withdrawn from circulation.
The Deputy Minister of Health Bakytbek Kadyraliev held a meeting with representatives of the state corporation "Rosatom" and the National Center for Oncology and Hematology to discuss issues related to the development of nuclear medicine. During the meeting, the current status of the project related to the establishment of a Nuclear Medicine Center was reviewed, and steps were outlined to accelerate its implementation.
html A working meeting on the development of nuclear medicine was held under the leadership of Deputy Minister of Health Bakytbek Kadyraliev with participants from the state corporation "Rosatom" and the National Center for Oncology and Hematology. During the meeting, the current stages of the state project aimed at creating a Nuclear Medicine Center based on the National Center for Oncology and Hematology were discussed, as well as the next steps to accelerate its implementation.
The results of a study published in the international scientific journal Gut showed that having overweight or obesity in parents before conception significantly increases the chances of their children developing metabolic fatty liver disease (MASLD), which can lead to cirrhosis and liver failure. In the course of the study, scientists analyzed data from nearly two thousand participants in the British long-term ALSPAC project. It was found that by the age of 24, one in ten participants had been
According to information from the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan, the incidence of hepatitis B among children has decreased by approximately 145 times from 2000 to 2020. This success in the field of prevention is attributed to the fact that in 2002, vaccination against hepatitis B was included in the national vaccination calendar. Currently, the immunization of newborns is fully funded by the republican budget, while vaccination of children under one year is carried out with the active
At the parliamentary meeting on February 25, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Elvira Surabaldiyeva proposed to consider the possibility of constructing a multidisciplinary hospital in the west of the capital. She noted that the existing city hospital No. 1 occupies an area of about 1 hectare and is located on the site of old medical institutions, such as the narcological and psychoneurological dispensaries, which are now in a state of disrepair.
Deputy Zhyldyz Sadyrbaeva sent an appeal to the acting Minister of Health Damirbek Osmonov, calling for the strengthening of the primary level of the medical system. She emphasized the need to implement a three-level model of medical assistance under current conditions.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Kamila Talieva expressed concerns that corruption in the Ministry of Health, which she referred to as "swamps," could negatively impact the acting Minister of Health, Damirbek Osmonov. Parliamentarians were discussing Osmonov's candidacy for the ministerial position.
At the parliamentary meeting on February 25, 2026, Deputy Ilimbek Kubanychbekov expressed concern about the ineffective implementation of the drug tracking system, noting that the last three ministers of health had failed to address this issue. In this material, we present archival data from 2023 regarding the mechanisms of drug traceability.
At the parliamentary meeting on February 25, 2026, Deputy Ilimbek Kubanychbekov addressed Acting Minister of Health Damirbek Osmonov with criticism directed at three previous ministers who failed to implement a drug traceability system. In this article, we will present archival materials from 2023 related to the drug traceability system.
On February 25, the committee on constitutional legislation of the Jogorku Kenesh approved the appointment of Damirbek Osmonov as the Minister of Health. The nomination was presented by President Sadyr Japarov.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 25, Deputy Ilimbek Kubanychbekov (District No. 7) expressed the opinion that the previous three ministers failed to properly implement the drug traceability system. Currently, the parliament is discussing the appointment of Damirbek Osmonov as the Minister of Health.
On February 25, the Jogorku Kenesh approved Damirbek Osmonov as the Minister of Health. According to the voting results, 80 out of 88 registered deputies voted for his candidacy.
Damirbek Osmonov, acting Minister of Health, voiced his ideas for improving the staffing situation in the healthcare sector. At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, parliamentarians discussed his candidacy for the ministerial position.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 25, deputy Ulan Bakasov reported that there is no angiograph in the high-altitude Naryn. Currently, the parliament is considering the candidacy of Damirbek Osmonov for the position of Minister of Health.
At the parliamentary meeting, Deputy Zhanibek Amatov stated that there is no magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine in the city of Kyzyl-Kiya. He appealed to the acting Minister of Health to visit the Batken region. The candidacy of Damirbek Osmonov for the position of minister was also on the agenda.
Deputy Gulnara Akimbaeva expressed the need to expedite the adoption process of the "Active Longevity" program, prepared by the Ministry of Labor for the years 2025-2030. During the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, she noted that the program has not yet been approved, despite the public discussion that took place.
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Gulnara Baatyrova, representing constituency No. 10, expressed the need to expedite the implementation of the state guarantees program in the field of medical assistance. She reminded her colleagues of the directive from the Cabinet of Ministers issued on October 7, 2025, which was sent to the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Finance, and the Ministry of Economy and Commerce. This directive concerns the execution of a program that ensures
On February 25, at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Nurgamal Torobekova (district No. 8) proposed the introduction of a maternity grant for all women expecting a child. She noted that currently, a one-time maternity grant is only provided to working women and those engaged in agriculture, while unemployed expectant mothers cannot rely on this support. "It would be right for the one-time allowance to be given to all pregnant women, regardless of their employment status. This would
Damirbek Osmonov has been appointed as the acting Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, replacing Kanibek Dosmambetov, who held the position since December 2025. Damirbek Osmonov was born on January 12, 1982, in the city of Osh.
Professor Igor Pershukov highlighted the key aspects of diagnosing oncological diseases in Kyrgyzstan and compared them with the Russian system of patient care for cancer. I. V. Pershukov is a professor, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), head of the Department of Hospital Therapy with a course in Radiological Diagnostics and Oncology at Jalal-Abad State University, and a fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and the American Society of Cardiovascular
Doctors from the Bishkek Health Strengthening Center shared information about the signs and consequences of a stroke. According to medical specialists, this condition can occur suddenly and poses a threat of paralysis as well as life. If any of the symptoms appear, it is essential to seek medical help immediately.
The Deputy Minister of Health Bakytbek Kadyraliev announced plans to develop a liver transplantation program at the National Surgical Center named after M.M. Mamakeev and the National Center for Maternal and Child Health. This statement was made on February 24 at a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues. Kadyraliev also noted that one liver transplant surgery was successfully performed at the Osh State University
On February 24, Gulbara Ishenapysova, the director of the Republican Center for Immunoprophylaxis of the Ministry of Health, reported on the process of consultations with the DUMK regarding the issuance of fatwas for 13 different vaccines at a meeting of the Mazhilis Committee dedicated to labor, health, social issues, and women's affairs. During the discussion, she noted that according to the vaccination schedule, newborns receive their first vaccine in the maternity hospital within 24
At its meeting on February 24, the Committee on Labor, Health, Women's Affairs, and Social Issues discussed and supported in the second reading a draft law concerning amendments to the law "On Medical Insurance for Citizens in the Kyrgyz Republic." Committee Chair Gulsunkan Junushalieva (District No. 29) noted that the initiative aims to implement mandatory health insurance for citizens through medical institutions operating under contracts with the Mandatory Health Insurance