On December 24, during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputies discussed and adopted in three readings a bill concerning amendments to the legislation in the fields of education, science, and healthcare. The initiator of this bill was the Prime Minister of the country.
In winter, the likelihood of children getting injured increases, especially during active recreation on tubes, sleds, and skis. This was reported by Arthur Satyilganov, a trauma surgeon at the City Children's Clinical Emergency Hospital and head of the Department of Pediatric Surgery at I.K. Akhunbaev Kyrgyz State Medical Academy, in a program on Birinchi Radio. Satyilganov noted that many injuries occur due to large crowds on tubing tracks, insufficient supervision of children, and
Kanibek Mongoldorovich Dosmambetov has been appointed as the Minister of Health, relieving himself of previous duties. The appointment decree was signed by President Sadyr Japarov. Since December 1, Dosmambetov had been temporarily performing the duties of the minister, with his candidacy presented by the president.
The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan has announced the completion of the implementation of the drug traceability system by the end of January 2026. On December 23, Acting Minister of Health Kanbek Dosmambetov met with representatives of the pharmaceutical industry to discuss ensuring medical institutions have the necessary medications. The goal of implementing this system is to strengthen control and prevent unscrupulous practices in the field of drug circulation. It will provide transparency
The Ministry of Health has announced the start of work on creating a registry of unscrupulous participants in the pharmaceutical market. This directive was given to the Department of Medicines and Medical Devices. Acting Minister of Health Kanbek Dosmambetov met with representatives of the private pharmaceutical sector to discuss issues related to the continuous supply of vital medicines to medical institutions.
A special commission has been formed in the Kyrgyz Republic, tasked with developing recommendations aimed at improving the provision of essential medicines to medical institutions. This information was announced at a working meeting held by the Minister of Health, Kanbek Dosmambetov, with participants from the private pharmaceutical sector. The commission has been instructed to prepare specific proposals by December 31, 2025.
During a working meeting with representatives of the pharmaceutical industry, the Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kanbek Dosmambetov, emphasized the issues of purchasing medications for cancer patients. He noted that this area requires special attention and well-thought-out decisions. The Minister pointed out that the Ministry of Health faces serious questions regarding clinical feasibility in a number of purchases. In particular, he cited the example of the purchase of the drug
It became known at a working meeting held by Health Minister Kanaybek Dosmambetov with representatives of the private pharmaceutical sector that the Ministry of Health has set a goal to complete the implementation of the drug traceability system by the end of January 2026. This innovation is aimed at strengthening control and reducing unfair practices in the healthcare sector. The system will ensure transparency in tracking medicines at all stages—from the moment of procurement to the end
“Basket of Goodness”: When Innovations Serve Good November 25 became a landmark day when the idea of goodness took on a tangible form in the shape of a freezer capable of cooling to –80 °C. This equipment was donated to the pediatric oncology department of the National Center for Oncology and Medical Radiology, and all of this became possible thanks to you, dear guests of KFC restaurants, who participated in the charitable project “Basket of Goodness”.
The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic has initiated the development of a special registry for unscrupulous participants in the pharmaceutical market. This decision was made following a working meeting between the Minister of Health and representatives of the private pharmaceutical sector. The creation of the registry will be part of a drug traceability system, which is expected to be fully implemented by the end of January 2026. This system will ensure transparent control over the
In response to the growing need for vital medications, the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic has decided to optimize the operations of the state enterprise "Kyrgyzpharmacia." This decision came as a result of a working meeting between the Minister of Health and representatives of the pharmaceutical industry. To ensure stable supplies of medications, which is especially relevant under the current healthcare system, a comprehensive approach and collaboration of efforts are
The Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kanbek Dosmambetov, held a meeting with representatives of the pharmaceutical sector on December 23, 2025. The issues of providing healthcare organizations with necessary medications from the list of essential and necessary medicines (EEM) were discussed. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Health. During the discussion, attention was drawn to the need to eliminate the shortage of essential medicines in the short
On December 24, the Jogorku Kenesh approved the candidacy of Kanibek Dosmambetov for the position of Minister of Health at the proposal of the president. During the voting, 71 out of 73 registered deputies expressed their support for this decision.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 24, Acting Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov announced the intention to create an interactive map of all medical institutions in the country. Parliamentarians are currently discussing issues related to the national budget.
In the Issyk-Kul region, in the city of Balykchy, there is a pressing need for a major renovation of the maternity, gynecological, and pediatric departments located on the second floor of the primary healthcare center. The total cost of the work will amount to 9,951,683 soms. The Balykchy city administration has already submitted an application for funding through equity (incentive) grants.
The Committee on Labor, Health, Women's Affairs, and Social Issues of the Jogorku Kenesh has given a positive conclusion on the draft law concerning amendments to the law "On the Budget of the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund for 2025 and the Planning Period for 2026-2027." According to information provided by the parliament's press service, the budget of the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund for 2026 and the plan for 2027-2028 were also approved.
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Shairbek Tashiev raised the issue of the need for certificates for citizens traveling abroad for medical treatment, which would allow them to cross borders without visa obstacles. According to Tashiev, obtaining visas for trips to countries such as South Korea and Germany poses significant difficulties for citizens. He suggested considering the possibility of issuing certificates that simplify visa procedures, or entering into bilateral agreements with
The Ministry of Health has presented a draft law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic Concerning the Laws on 'Circulation of Medicines' and 'On the Licensing and Permitting System in the Kyrgyz Republic.'" The main goal of this draft law is to improve regulatory oversight in the field of medicine circulation. This involves optimizing the processes of state registration and eliminating duplicative norms and legal gaps.
The Republican Center for Health Promotion reminds about important aspects regarding the "Safe New Year's Table." Specialists strongly advise following the recommendations provided to avoid health problems and prevent cases of food poisoning during the holiday. Here are some useful tips from doctors:
At a recent meeting of the committee on labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues, Deputy Eldar Sulaymanov expressed the need to open a maternity ward in the rural area of Kyzyl-Kyshtak, located in the Osh region. According to Sulaymanov, the maternity department in Kyzyl-Kyshtak was closed in April 2025, forcing women to travel to the city to give birth. This creates risks, as they may not make it in time, and urban maternity hospitals are experiencing overload. Kyzyl-Kyshtak has
At a joint meeting of several committees of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 23, deputy Elvira Surabaldiyeva (district No. 23) reported that women in labor cannot leave state maternity hospitals until they pay a certain amount of money. This issue was discussed in the context of the republican budget.
In the pediatric musculoskeletal system, unique characteristics are observed: bones have greater elasticity, and the periosteum is denser. This allows a child to maintain limb mobility even in the case of a fracture. This was reported on the air of "Birinchi Radio" by Arthur Satyilganov, a trauma surgeon and head of the pediatric surgery department at KGMA. As Satyilganov noted, due to the strong periosteum, a fracture may not be accompanied by displacement, which makes clinical
In Kyrgyzstan, the Ministry of Health will take on the accreditation of private medical universities. This was announced by Acting Minister of Health Kanaybek Dosmambetov during a meeting of the committee on labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues of the Jogorku Kenesh. Dosmambetov explained that the draft law currently under consideration by deputies was developed in accordance with a presidential decree. This decree confirms the status of the Kyrgyz State Medical Academy (KGMA)
In Kyrgyzstan, the establishment of a department that will oversee the functioning of medical equipment is planned. This was announced by the acting Minister of Health Kanybek Dosmambetov at a meeting of the committee on labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues. According to him, the current structure of the Ministry of Health lacks a specialized department responsible for monitoring and accounting for the operation of equipment in medical institutions.
According to the acting Minister of Health Kanybek Dosmambetov, voiced at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues, the country lacks 6,500 doctors and 8,500 nurses. In addition, there is a shortage of 3,500 orderlies and about 2,000 technical staff workers.
On December 23, at a meeting of the constitutional committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Gulnara Akimbayeva noted that a person with a different professional background has been appointed as the Minister of Health, which is a precedent for the country. The committee discussed the candidacy of Kanybek Dosmambetov for this position.
The committees of the Jogorku Kenesh supported the candidacy of Kanybek Dosmambetov for the position of Minister of Health. It is expected that the parliament will approve this appointment in the coming days. The proposal came from President Sadyr Japarov. Dosmambetov has been acting as minister since December 1.
At the meeting of the committee on labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues, Deputy Zhyldyz Egenberdieva raised the issue of the shortage of thrombolytic agents and antiplasmin in neurosurgery and neurotrauma departments. According to her, these medications are purchased through the High Technology Fund but do not reach the neuro departments. Egenberdieva pointed out that similar medications are provided to the cardiology center. She also mentioned that the neurosurgery and
At a recent meeting of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Gulnara Baatyrova raised the issue of the need to restore maternity and observation beds in some remote areas of Kyrgyzstan that had previously been closed due to a lack of funding. She noted that this problem is particularly acute in remote settlements. As an example, she cited the tragic case in the village of Alaykuu, where a woman trying to reach the district hospital was involved in a traffic accident and, unfortunately,
Deputy of the Bishkek City Council Taalaibek Surapbaev, representing the party "Jaanı Kүch – New Force," raised the issue of the shortage of ambulance stations in the capital during the session. He noted that considering the population of 1.5 million people, the number of operational ambulance stations is clearly insufficient. Furthermore, according to him, there are only eight dispatchers functioning in the city, which poses a serious problem, especially in the context of the Hong
At a joint meeting of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Gulnara Baatyrova raised the issue of the lack of rehabilitation centers in the regions of Kyrgyzstan. She emphasized that there are over 221,000 citizens with disabilities living in the country, and this number continues to grow. "The existing center 'Kelechek' does not meet all the needs," she noted.
Deputy Kubanychbek Samakov, representing district No. 30, appealed to the new Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov to pay attention to the problems of remote and mountainous regions of the country. He made this appeal on December 23 during a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to constitutional legislation. According to him, there is a shortage of MRI machines in the At-Bashinsky district, where about 50,000 people live. Dosmambetov noted: “It is necessary to improve the
At the meeting of the committee on labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues, Acting Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov reported that the budget of the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund for 2025 amounted to 10 billion 340 million soms. This is 2 billion 12 million soms more than was previously planned. He noted that the initial budget of the MHI Fund for 2025 was set at 8 billion 327 million soms.
During the meeting of the Committee on Constitutional Legislation of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 23, Deputy Venera Salyamova asked Acting Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov about the potential threat of losing personnel in the fight against corruption in the Ministry of Health. During the discussion of Dosmambetov's candidacy for the ministerial position, he reported on the current staffing situation: out of 88,000 planned positions in the ministry, only 65,000 are currently filled,
Arsen Askеров has been appointed as the director of the Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood, named after Alima Tashieva. By profession, Askеров is a Doctor of Medical Sciences and a professor; he previously held the position of chief freelance gynecologist at the Ministry of Health.
On December 23, a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which is responsible for constitutional legislation, state structure, local self-government, and regulations, took place. During the meeting, the candidacy of Kanybek Dosmambetov for the position of Minister of Health was considered. Dosmambetov was appointed as acting minister on December 1 by presidential decree.
Deputy Meder Chotonov raised the issue of non-functioning elevators in district hospitals of the Talas region during a meeting of the joint committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 23. He pointed out that the intensive care unit is located on the first floor, while the operating room is on the third, and called for a resolution to this situation.
The Acting Minister of Health, Kanbek Dosmambetov, held a meeting with a working group dedicated to ensuring the population has access to quality and necessary medications. During the meeting, measures were discussed to ensure a stable supply of vital medications to the country. Participants noted the importance of eliminating bureaucratic obstacles, as well as reducing the timeframes and queues for the registration of drugs included in the list of essential medicines.
The Republican Center for Health Strengthening shared important recommendations for preventing injuries on slippery surfaces. To reduce the risk of injury on icy ground, choose well-lit and sand-treated paths with minimal ice. Be cautious on stairs and near manholes — hold onto handrails, and in conditions of severe ice, try to place both feet on each step simultaneously.
On December 22, Acting Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov held a meeting with a working group dedicated to issues related to ensuring the population has access to necessary and quality medications. According to information provided by the Ministry of Health, the meeting discussed aspects concerning the uninterrupted supply of vital medications to the country. Participants emphasized the importance of eliminating bureaucratic barriers and accelerating the registration process for drugs
In the southern part of Kyrgyzstan, the first liver transplant operation in history was performed at the Osh State University clinic. According to the university, the patient was 50-year-old Burulkan Kurbanalieva, who had suffered from liver disease for eight years. The donor for the operation was her 25-year-old son. Currently, both the mother and the donor are in stable condition and are under the supervision of medical professionals.
The Director of the National Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood, Shaiyrbek Sulaymanov, stated on the air of the radio station "Birinchi Radio" that the implementation of perinatal screening in the republic could significantly reduce cases of severe congenital defects by 15%. He noted that currently about 18,000 children with disabilities are receiving state benefits.
The Director of the National Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood, Shaiyrbek Sulaymanov, reported on "Birinchi Radio" that after the pandemic, the number of newborns in Kyrgyzstan has decreased by 11%. According to him, before the pandemic, about 158,000 children were born annually in the country.
The keys to new apartments were received by employees of the A. Tashieva Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood in Manas. This information was made public by the Ministry of Health. The apartments, provided at a rate of 4%, are located in residential complexes in the city of Manas.
The Republican Center for Health Promotion has published advice on reducing the likelihood of injuries during icy conditions. In winter, there is a sharp increase in cases of bruises, sprains, and fractures, which can be prevented by following simple recommendations. How to Avoid Falls on Slippery Streets
Back pain is one of the most common problems people face, yet there are many myths and misconceptions surrounding this topic. Dr. Megan Murphy, a neurosurgeon at the Mayo Clinic in Mankato, has debunked eight common myths and presented facts based on research. Myth 1: Lifting heavy weights is the main cause of back pain
A group of researchers from the University of Florida conducted an interesting study that showed that proper habits can "rejuvenate" the brain by as much as eight years compared to biological age. Over two years, scientists observed 128 adult participants, primarily middle-aged and elderly, many of whom suffered from chronic joint pain caused by knee osteoarthritis. Using MRI and machine learning methods, they determined the "brain age" of each participant and compared it to
On December 19, Acting Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov visited the Osh Interregional Unified Clinical Hospital (OUMCH) during his working trip to the city of Osh. He familiarized himself with the current medical activities and the state of the institution's infrastructure. During the visit, the hospital director Atabek Jumaliev spoke about the major repairs that had been carried out, as well as the measures being taken to improve the conditions for providing medical services to the