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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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03.12.25

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WHO CO in Turkmenistan hosted a workshop on zoonotic disease joint risk assessment

The World Health Organization (WHO) Country Office (CO) in Turkmenistan conducted a workshop on Joint Risk Assessment (JRA) for zoonotic diseases within the One Health framework.Held at the Public Health and Nutrition Center the workshop focused on equipping national experts with practical skills to apply WHO’s standardized tools...

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02.12.25

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Turkmen doctors have been trained in traditional Korean medicine

An educational program with the participation of professors from Busan National University (South Korea) has concluded in Turkmenistan. The program is aimed at improving the qualifications of local doctors in the field of traditional Korean medicine.The delegation included specialists in acupuncture, traditional herbal pharmacolog...

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25.11.25

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A healing gel based on alunite, dandelion, and rosemary has been developed in Turkmenistan

A. Rahmanova and D. Gadamov, specialists from the biotechnology laboratory of the International Science and Technology Park of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan, have developed a new therapeutic gel.The development is called “Phytomineral healing gel based on alunite, dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) and rosemary (Rosmarinus...

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23.11.25

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Turkmenistan is developing a system of child rehabilitation based on international experience

The International Rehabilitation Center, opened in October 2024, has become a model for modern approaches to children's rehabilitation and habilitation in Turkmenistan. This was stated by Myratberdi Gayypov, Deputy Minister of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan, speaking at the international forum "Neutrality and Humanism: Comprehensive Support for an Inclu...

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19.11.25

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WHO enhances national capacity on environment and health through the One Health approach in Turkmenistan

From November 17 to 18, 2025, the WHO Country Office in Turkmenistan welcomed a technical advisory mission from WHO/Europe (WHO Regional Office for Europe) aimed at advancing national efforts in environmental and health protection within the framework of the One Health approach. The mission was led by Dr. Sinaia Netanyahu, Programme Manager, Environment and Hea...

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18.11.25

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UNDP has delivered another batch of laboratory equipment and reagents to Turkmenistan

UNDP and the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan continue the implementation of a project aimed at enhancing the accessibility and quality of clinical laboratory services across the country....

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12.11.25

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A project to digitalize interdepartmental interaction is being implemented in Turkmenistan

A conference titled "Modern Views on Diabetes" was held at the Myrat Garryev State Medical University of Turkmenistan and the Cardiology Research and Clinical Center to mark World Diabetes Day, celebrated on November 14, according to the Turkmenistan newspaper.At the conference, a number of university professors and lecturers pres...

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11.11.25

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ADB to finance construction of medical college in Ashgabat

Turkmenistan and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed an agreement to finance the construction of a secondary medical school in Ashgabat. The document was signed during ADB President Masato Kanda's visit to Ashgabat, the State News Agency of Turkmenistan reports.The agreement provides for funding for the construction of a medic...

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