Health
Turkmenistan and UNICEF sign new agreement on immunisation
12.10.2025On 10 October, the Government of Turkmenistan and UNICEF signed a new Agreement on the procurement of vaccines and immunisation supplies for 2026–2028, confirming their long-standing cooperation in protecting children from preventable diseases. This was reported by IIC. The ceremony took place at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry on National Healthcare Workers' Day, highlighting the contribution of medical professionals to protecting public health. UNICEF representative in Turkmenistan Jalpa Ratna noted that the new Agreement reflects the long-term partnership and Turkmenistan's commitment to developing a sustainable healthcare system. In 2025, an updated vaccination schedule was approved, including a six-valent vaccine. The annual procurement volume exceeds US$17 million, making Turkmenistan an example of sustainable financing for immunisation in the region. The Agreement was signed in the year of the 30th anniversary of permanent neutrality and the International Year of Peace and Trust, symbolising the country's commitment to international cooperation. UNICEF and the Government of Turkmenistan will continue their joint efforts to strengthen children's health and ensure a sustainable future.
WHO mission to strengthen tuberculosis diagnosis held in Turkmenistan
10.10.2025A WHO mission visited Turkmenistan to provide methodological and practical support to tuberculosis specialists. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. The mission was led by Dr. Vladimir Antonenko from the Institute of Microbiology and Laboratory Medicine (Gauting, Germany) and the WHO Supranational Reference Laboratory for Tuberculosis. The visit was part of the Global Fund's 2025-2027 tuberculosis project and aimed to strengthen the capacity of Turkmenistan's National Reference Laboratory. The mission highlights Turkmenistan's commitment to combating tuberculosis through the development of laboratory diagnostics and international cooperation, which is an important step towards the global goal of eliminating the disease.
Medical professionals from Turkmenistan and Germany strengthen cooperation
07.10.2025A delegation of German doctors from leading clinical centres visited the city of Arkadag. This was reported by the Orient news agency. The German specialists exchanged experiences with their Turkmen colleagues as part of the ‘Saglyk’ State Programme, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. The partnership between Turkmenistan and Germany in the field of medicine has been ongoing since 1998: more than 200 German professors have taken part in seminars and the implementation of innovative methods. At the same time, projects for the production of domestic medical goods are being developed. The ‘Arkadag Medisina Klasteri Menejment’ enterprise produces sterile syringes, disposable masks, gowns and baby food, fully supplying local medical institutions with these products. Special attention is paid to children: the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship supports those in need by providing rehabilitation in children's centres. The international medical dialogue will continue at a forum in Ashgabat on 10–12 October, where congresses of cardiologists, physiologists and oncologists from Turkic-speaking and Eurasian countries will be held.
Turkmen doctors study the experience of German specialists
05.10.2025A training session for Turkmen doctors was held at the International Health and Rehabilitation Centre in Ashgabat with the participation of specialists from Germany, Elvira Weber and Steven Reinboldt, according to the online news resource TerraNews. The experts are conducting long-term classes on modern physiotherapy and rehabilitation techniques, including PNF, manual therapy and the Bobath method, with a special focus on paediatric rehabilitation and individual programmes for the development of motor, sensory and cognitive functions. The centre is equipped with modern equipment from the United States, Germany and Italy, including the ZeroG robotic system, the 3D Float suspension system and the Hunova trainer. According to Elvira Weber, Turkmen doctors are quickly mastering the methods and will be able to train their colleagues independently in the future, while cooperation with foreign experts is raising the level of medical care in the country.
Turkmenistan strengthens disease prevention strategy at forum in Macedonia
03.10.2025A delegation from Turkmenistan, represented by the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry, took part in the fifth Forum of the Regional Alliance for Cervical Cancer Prevention in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. The event took place from 30 September to 2 October in Skopje (North Macedonia), according to IIC Turkmenistan. The forum, held with the support of UNFPA, became a platform for sharing experiences and strengthening national strategies in the field of disease prevention. The visit of the Turkmen delegation was organised with the assistance of the UNFPA Representative Office in Turkmenistan and was aimed at studying best practices and modern approaches in the fight against cervical cancer. The participation of specialists made it possible to establish professional contacts, improve qualifications and expand opportunities for improving national programmes.
Turkmenistan's medical products received a gold medal at an exhibition in Moscow
02.10.2025Baby food produced by ‘Arkadag Medisina Klasteri Menejment’ won the gold medal for Product of the Year and a corresponding diploma at an international exhibition in Moscow in September. This was reported by the news website Asmannews. This good news was communicated to the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov during his trip to the city of Arkadag. The award confirms the environmental purity and high quality of products manufactured in the new ‘smart’ city. The cluster's achievements also testify to the effectiveness of state policy in the field of intellectual property and support for high-tech industries.
Ashgabat to host international forum on healthcare and sport
28.09.2025From 10 to 12 October, Ashgabat will host an international forum dedicated to healthcare, education and sports. This was reported by the news website Asmannews. The event will include the 11th Congress of Cardiologists of Turkic-speaking States, the International Congress of Physiologists of Central Asia, and the International Conference of Oncologists of Eurasian Countries. Representatives of foreign and local companies, scientists, doctors and sports specialists are expected to attend.
Turkmenistan and Belarus strengthen cooperation in healthcare
27.09.2025Turkmenistan and Belarus continue to actively cooperate in healthcare, especially in training Turkmen specialists in anaesthesiology and neonatal resuscitation. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. Belarusian experts regularly conduct practical training sessions at the Perinatal Centre of Turkmenistan, preparing local doctors to become future trainers. Turkmen specialists note that cooperation is based not only on knowledge, but also on trust and respect. The next visit of the Belarusian delegation to Turkmenistan is scheduled for November 2025. Earlier, from 23 to 27 September, an international forum was held in Minsk with the participation of UNICEF and representatives of the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan, where disease prevention, nutrition and epidemiological safety were discussed.
Training for chemotherapists held in Ashgabat
20.09.2025From 16 to 18 September, the UNFPA office in Turkmenistan organised a training course for chemotherapists and gynaecological oncologists from all regions of the country. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. Participants learned about modern methods of treating cervical cancer, breast cancer and other types of cancer. The training was conducted by UNFPA international consultant Bruce Oliver Hough, an American oncologist. The event was part of the UNFPA's cooperation programme with the Government of Turkmenistan, aimed at developing the healthcare system and improving the qualifications of specialists in the field of reproductive health.
The Ministry of Health and WHO held a joint meeting in Ashgabat
20.09.2025The WHO, the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan, and government partners held a meeting in Ashgabat on emergency preparedness in healthcare. This was reported by the online publication Arzuw.news. The main topic of discussion was the draft National Action Plan for pandemic prevention, preparedness and response. Participants considered measures to strengthen cross-sectoral cooperation and align national actions with global health security priorities. The meeting also identified further steps for the preparation and approval of the plan. The event was supported by the WHO pandemic preparedness project.
An imPACT review mission was conducted in Turkmenistan
17.09.2025The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) have completed an imPACT review mission in Turkmenistan, which aimed to strengthen the cancer care system. This was reported by the online publication Arzuw.news. International experts worked in Ashgabat and Dashoguz, where they assessed all stages of cancer care, from prevention and early diagnosis to treatment and palliative support. The delegation visited key medical institutions in the country, including the Scientific and Clinical Centre for Oncology and the Dashoguz Oncology Centre, and met with representatives of ministries, universities and the statistics office. The mission also held consultations with UN agencies, NGOs and civil society on the financing and development of cancer policy. Following the visit, the experts presented recommendations for the creation of a sustainable cancer control system in Turkmenistan.
Turkmenistan steps up fight against tuberculosis
15.09.2025A specialised seminar on tuberculosis diagnosis was held in Ashgabat from 10 to 12 September, organised by the United Nations Development Programme in conjunction with the ‘Saglyk’ State Health Programme. The event took place at the Central Laboratory of the Center for Infectious Disease Control. This was reported by IIC. Experts from tuberculosis hospitals in all five velayats of the country took part in the seminar. The main goal of the event was to strengthen laboratory capacity and improve the quality of medical care in the field of tuberculosis diagnosis and treatment. Participants learned about modern approaches to diagnosing the disease and mastered the practical application of the latest laboratory technologies. This initiative is part of a systematic effort to improve national health care and strengthen measures to combat infectious diseases in Turkmenistan.
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