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25.04.26

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Students of Myrat Garryyev State Medical University of Turkmenistan Attend International Traditional Medicine Courses in China

Students and a lead instructor from the Myrat Garryyev State Medical University of Turkmenistan participated in international training courses on traditional medicine held from April 9 to 23, 2026. The program was hosted by the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine in the People's Republic of China and organized by the World Federation of Acupuncture-Moxibustion Socie...

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20.04.26

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The Foreign Ministry of Turkmenistan held an extended meeting with the head of the WHO office in Ashgabat

Today, Deputy Foreign Minister Mahri Bashimova met with Yegor Zaytsev, Head of the World Health Organization (WHO) Country Office in Ashgabat, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan.Representatives of the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan, led by Deputy Minister Azat Ovezov, also attended the meet...

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16.04.26

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At the IOM seminar, doctors from the Ahal region improved their professional knowledge

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) held a one-day training seminar for 16 primary care physicians from the villages of Parahatchylyk, Gokhan, Gurbandurdy, and Ak Altyn in the Ahal velayat at a medical center in the village of Parahatchylyk.The seminar was led by national experts—physicians working as part of the IO...

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15.04.26

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A clinic for alternative medicine has opened at a university in Ashgabat

The "Alternative Medicine Room" was officially opened at the Myrat Garryev State Medical University of Turkmenistan.The opening ceremony was attended by a delegation from the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, led by the university's rector, Tang Zhishu.The ceremony's significance was signi...

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04.04.26

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The Ambassador of Turkmenistan held meetings in Tbilisi with the Deputy Foreign Minister and the Minister of Health of Georgia

On April 2–3, Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Georgia, Dovletmyrat Seyitmammedov, held a series of meetings with Georgian officials to discuss prospects for developing bilateral relations in several key areas.On April 2, a meeting was held with Georgian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Khvtisiashvili. The parties discussed expanding...

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03.04.26

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Turkmenistan will widely celebrate World Health Day

World Health Day on April 7 will be widely celebrated in Turkmenistan. This was announced by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov at a Cabinet of Ministers meeting held via videoconference, during which the results of the first quarter of this year were summarized.The head of state emphasized that the country places great emphasis on t...

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27.03.26

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WHO supported Turkmenistan in strengthening vaccine safety systems

Dr. Oleg Benes, Technical Officer, Immunization and Vaccine-Preventable Diseases Programme, World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Europe, visited Turkmenistan from 24 to 27 March to support Turkmenistan in advancing national efforts to strengthen vaccine safety systems.According to a WHO press release, from March 24...

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24.03.26

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Digital tools changing the approach to tuberculosis treatment are now available in Turkmenistan

On the occasion of World Tuberculosis Day, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) published a comprehensive review of digital tools to support tuberculosis treatment currently available in Turkmenistan.For many years, the standard of care for TB patients was a daily visit to a healthcare facility, where a nurse personally...

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17.03.26

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WHO marks World TB Day in Turkmenistan

A workshop dedicated to World Tuberculosis (TB) Day under the global theme “Yes! We can end TB!”, took place at the United Nations Building in Ashgabat. The event organized by World Health Organization Country Office (WHO CO) in Turkmenistan aimed to review achieved progress and strengthen further collaboration to accelerate TB elimination in Turkmenistan a...

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27.02.26

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Turkmenistan will prepare a strategy for the development of scientific and medical diplomacy until 2052

At a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan on February 27, Deputy Prime Minister B. Mammedov reported on the country's ongoing work to develop scientific and medical diplomacy.As noted, positive experience accumulated in such areas as human health protection, the construction of scientific and clinical centers, hospi...

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25.02.26

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A batch of medications for the treatment of cancer and blood diseases has been delivered to Turkmenistan

UNDP in Turkmenistan continues to provide regular supplies of medicines, supporting the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan in the fight against non-communicable diseases, with full funding from Turkmenistan.Under the Agreement on the Provision of Medicines for the Prevention and Treatment of Non-Communicable D...

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24.01.26

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UNFPA and National Partners Strengthen Preparedness for Reproductive Health in Emergencies

From 21 to 23 January 2026, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Turkmenistan organized a three-day national workshop to update the emergency response preparedness plan within the framework of the Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) for reproductive health, adopted by the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan in 2014. The event, conduct...

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08.01.26

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Turkmenistan has approved a procedure for providing disabled people with prosthetic and orthopedic devices

The Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan approved a new procedure for providing prosthetics and orthopedic devices to individuals with disabilities free of charge and at a discounted rate. The corresponding order was signed on December 6, 2025.The document regulates the procedure for determining the amounts and accounting for the provision of medical supplies to certai...

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07.01.26

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During the winter, the Turkmen sanatorium "Bagabat" invites you to improve your health and relax

The “Bagabat” Sanatorium occupies a key place in Turkmenistan's healthcare system. Located in the Ak Bugday district of the Ahal province, 16 kilometers from Anau and not far from Ashgabat, this treatment and prevention center is a popular destination for wellness at any time of year.According to Turkmenistan: Golden Age, during t...

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31.12.25

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UNDP implements artificial intelligence technology for X-ray analysis to expand tuberculosis screening in Turkmenistan

With the strategic support of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan continues its cooperation aimed at strengthening the national healthcare system and creating preventive, accessible, and digitalized medical services. As part of this collaboration, an advanced tuberculosis screening...

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26.12.25

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Turkmenistan hosted a meeting on pandemic influenza preparedness

The WHO Country Office in Turkmenistan held an annual national meeting on the implementation of the “Pandemic Influenza Preparedness Framework in Turkmenistan”.The event was organized at the Avaza National Tourist Zone in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan and aimed at strengthening nati...

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22.12.25

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WHO Hosts Fourth National Meeting in Turkmenistan to Advance One Health Approach and Pandemic Preparedness

The fourth meeting of the National Multisectoral Coordination Committee on the implementation of the “One Health” approach in Turkmenistan was held today at the United Nations Building in Ashgabat.The event was organized by the WHO CO in Turkmenistan and focused on reviewing progress achieved un...

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18.12.25

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UNECE-WHO leads national meeting in Turkmenistan on water, sanitation, hygiene, and health

A national meeting to discuss the findings of Turkmenistan’s baseline analysis on water supply, sanitation, hygiene (WASH), and health was held by the WHO Country Office in Turkmenistan at the UN Building. The event was organized under the UNECE-WHO/Europe project “Improving water supply, sanitation, hygiene, and health through implementation of the Protocol on...

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13.12.25

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WHO Experts Lead Advanced Oncology Training in Turkmenistan

A specialized training course for oncologists was held in Ashgabat at Scientific-Clinical Oncology Center by the WHO Country Office (CO) in Turkmenistan, with support of UNDP. This initiative is designed to enhance the skills of oncologists in Turkmenistan through advanced techniques in cancer treatment, focusing on the use of port systems and catheter-based chemoth...

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09.12.25

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WHO Supports Turkmenistan in Strengthening Pandemic Preparedness

A technical consultative mission from WHO took place from 1 to 3 December 2025. It was organized by the WHO Country Office in Turkmenistan and aimed at improving Turkmenistan’s capacity to prepare for and respond to pandemics.The mission included Akande Oluwatosin Wuraola, technical specialist on monitoring and evaluation from WHO...

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