Immunization Watch: In Bishkek, Central Asian health officials—including Turkmenistan—met to prevent new measles outbreaks, focusing on higher vaccination coverage, better data and surveillance, sustainable funding, and moving from outbreak response to long-term prevention. Cancer Care Capacity: UNFPA and Turkmenistan’s health ministry rolled out training and updated clinical protocols for cervical cancer treatment, including diagnostics, stage-specific surgery, combined therapy, and follow-up, with specialists from across the country. Healthcare Facilities: Turkmenistan is preparing major openings ahead of the Day of healthcare workers, including new oncology, pediatrics, and dental centers in Ashgabat plus expansion at the Archman sanatorium. Smart Urban Health Links: Turkmenistan’s smart-city and construction push—digital planning and improved infrastructure—continues with Arkadag’s second phase planned for 2027, including schools, kindergartens, and other social facilities. Regional Health Diplomacy: Turkmenistan highlighted cooperation on healthcare and cancer diagnosis at the IAEA General Conference, including support for oncology work in Ashgabat. Health & Energy Costs (Moldova): A Russian billionaire, Igor Makarov, said he could help pay part of hospitals’ gas bills in Moldova—an indirect reminder of how energy costs can hit healthcare operations.