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05.08.2026

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A forum on strengthening systems to support exclusive breastfeeding was held in Ashgabat

A high-level roundtable discussion on strengthening exclusive breastfeeding support systems was held today at the “Yyldyz” hotel in Ashgabat. It was organized by the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Care, in collaboration with UNICEF Turkmenistan, TDH...

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24.07.2026

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National Intersectoral Coordination Committee advances the implementation of the One Health approach in Turkmenistan

The fifth meeting of the National Intersectoral Coordination Committee (ICC) for the Implementation of the One Health Approach in Turkmenistan took place at UN Building in Ashgabat. The meeting was organized by WHO Country Office in Turkmenistan within the framework of the project, "Prevention, Preparedness, and Response to Pandemics within the Framework of the One...

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23.07.2026

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The first kidney transplant operations were performed in Turkmenistan

Specialists at the Arkadag Multidisciplinary Hospital performed a series of complex surgical procedures for the first time in Turkmenistan, including kidney transplants on 13 patients who are currently continuing to lead active lives. This was reported by the head of the Arkadag city Health Department, Saparmurat Annamuhamedov, in an article published in the “Neutra...

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22.07.2026

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German doctors are in Ashgabat on an experience exchange visit

Doctors from the Maximilian-Ludwigs University Hospital in Munich (Federal Republic of Germany) are on a working visit to Turkmenistan.At the International Health and Rehabilitation Center in Ashgabat, they exchange experiences with their Turkmen colleagues on the use of modern digital medical systems in the prevention of various...

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20.07.2026

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WHO and FAO trained Turkmen specialists in methods of combating echinococcosis

A training course on the prevention, diagnosis, and control of echinococcosis was held in Ashgabat from July 13 to 17 for employees of the sanitary-epidemiological and veterinary services of Turkmenistan. The event was organized by the World Health Organization country office jointly with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) at the Cente...

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10.07.2026

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Ten outpatient clinics will be built in each of Turkmenistan's five velayats

The Ministry of Construction and Architecture of Turkmenistan has announced a tender for the construction of 50 outpatient clinics, commissioned by the country's Ministry of Health and Medical Industry. The facilities will be built across all five velayats, with ten in each.The tender is divided into five lots:...

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06.07.2026

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A lecturer at the State Medical University has provided advice on children’s summer diet

Agayunus Myradova, a specialist at the Department of Nutritional Hygiene at the Myrat Garryev State Medical University of Turkmenistan, explained how to organise children’s diet and fluid intake properly during the hot summer months.According to the expert, a loss of appetite in children during the summer is a natural physiologica...

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04.07.2026

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The President of Turkmenistan has ordered the improvement of recreational services

During a government meeting, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov instructed Deputy Prime Minister B. Mammedov to take measures to improve recreational services in order to protect and strengthen the health of the people of Turkmenistan. At the same time, the head of state emphasized that the country's modern sanatoriums provide all the necessary conditio...

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02.07.2026

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Turkmenistan has updated its National Action Plan on Reproductive Health in Emergencies

The Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan, with technical support from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), has approved an updated version of the National Action Plan on the Minimum Initial Servise Package (MISP) for the provision of reproductive health services in emergency situations.The MISP is a globa...

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23.06.2026

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Ambassador Bandaru Wilsonbabu: Yoga's popularity in Turkmen society is steadily growing

The Center for Yoga and Traditional Medicine at the “Bagtyyarlyk” Sports Complex in Ashgabat celebrated International Yoga Day on June 21. Hundreds of healthy lifestyle enthusiasts attended a mass yoga class,...

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12.06.2026

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An Austrian company offers Turkmenistan solutions for the digitalization of hospitals

The Austrian company ASKIN & CO GmbH is offering Turkmenistan various solutions for the digitalization of hospitals. This was announced to journalists by the company's CEO, Ralf Lugbauer, on the sidelines of the 13th meeting of the Joint Turkmen-Austrian Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation in Ashgabat."We offer variou...

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02.06.2026

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Turkmenistan has adopted a tobacco control program until 2030

Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a decree approving the National Program for Transforming the Country into a Tobacco-Free Country for 2026–2030, the State News Agency of Turkmenistan reports.The document also approved an action plan for implementing the program. Ministries, agencies, and local authorities in the vela...

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02.06.2026

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Turkmenistan integrates digital technologies into medical education

A delegation from the Myrat Garryev State Medical University held a series of talks in Kazan with leading medical simulator manufacturers MedVision and EIDOS/medicine to discuss the prospects for supplying high-tech educational equipment to Turkmenistan....

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27.05.2026

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Turkmenistan strengthens laboratory preparedness and biosafety capacities through specialized training and emergency planning workshop

Infectious Substances Shipping Training and a workshop on the development of contingency plans for the National Influenza Center (Virology Reference Laboratory of the Center for Public Health and Nutrition) and other relevant human and animal health laboratories are being held in Ashgabat from 19 to 23 May 2026.The event was organ...

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23.05.2026

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Turkmenistan has approved a strategy for the prevention of non-communicable diseases until 2030

During a meeting of the Government of Turkmenistan on May 22, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a resolution “On approval of the National Strategy for the Prevention and Control of Non-Communicable Diseases in Turkmenistan for 2026–2030.”The head of state emphasized the importance of work aimed at increasing people's life exp...

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20.05.2026

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UNFPA held a seminar on the impact of extreme heat on women's reproductive health

On May 20, 2026, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Office in Turkmenistan conducted a seminar on the impact of extreme heat on women's reproductive health. The event was organized as part of the 2026 joint Work Plan between UNFPA and the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan. The primary objective of the seminar was to int...

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20.05.2026

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Young people lead the conversation on a smoke-free future in Turkmenistan

Young people gathered in Ashgabat for the workshop “Generation Smoke-Free: Youth Leading the Change”, an interactive initiative aimed at strengthening tobacco prevention efforts and promoting healthy lifestyles among youth.Organized in the lead-up to World No Tobacco Day, the workshop aligned with the 2026 global theme, <...

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19.05.2026

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A delegation from Turkmenistan met with the WHO Director-General in Geneva

On the sidelines of the 79th World Health Assembly, held in Geneva from May 18 to 23, a meeting was held between the Turkmen delegation and World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. The Turkmen delegation was led by Deputy Minister of Health and Medical Industry Azat Ovezov.During the talks, the partie...

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07.05.2026

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A training course on rehabilitation for children with spinal muscular atrophy was held in Ashgabat

From April 27 to May 2, the Ashgabat International Rehabilitation Center held a training course on the basics of physical rehabilitation for patients with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). The event was organized with the support of UNICEF within the framework of its efforts to develop inclusive services for children with disabilities, as well as the Representative Off...

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27.04.2026

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Construction of a new Maternal and Child Health Center is underway in Dashoguz

Construction is underway on a new 400-bed Maternal and Child Health Center in Dashoguz along Gorogly Street. Its total area will be approximately 9 hectares.As of today, the reinforced concrete frame of the warehouse building, along with a workshop and garage, has already been erected,...

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