AGP Executive Report

Child Health: Turkmenistan joined a 100-country summit in Samarkand on children’s wellbeing, where discussions covered access to healthcare, early development, child protection and childhood cancer. Digital Health: UNDP and the Health Ministry began training 60 infectious-disease medical workers in digital tools, including mobile treatment guidance and AI-supported mobile X-rays, to strengthen care. Children’s Care: During a visit to Ashgabat and Arkadag, Turkmen and Azerbaijani foundation representatives discussed cooperation in child healthcare, inclusive education and support for families in need.

Child Health: A Turkmen delegation joined the Oct. 21–22 World Summit on Children’s Wellbeing in Samarkand, where more than 100 countries discussed children’s healthcare, education and protection. The programme included the International Congress on Childhood Cancer. Digital Health: UNDP and the Health Ministry have begun digital-skills training for 60 medical workers at the Center for Infectious Diseases. The course supports wider use of tools for tuberculosis and infectious-disease care, including mobile treatment guidance and AI-assisted X-rays. Regional Cooperation: During a recent visit to Arkadag, Azerbaijan’s Heydar Aliyev Foundation vice-president Leyla Aliyeva toured the Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Centre and discussed cooperation with Turkmen officials on child healthcare, inclusive education and family support.

Children’s Health: A Turkmen delegation joined the World Summit on Children’s Wellbeing in Samarkand on October 21–22, where more than 100 countries discussed children’s healthcare, education, social protection and safety. Digital Healthcare: UNDP and the Ministry of Health are training 60 infectious-disease medical workers in digital tools, including mobile treatment support and AI-assisted X-rays, through a course running until December. Child Rehabilitation: During a visit to Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan’s Heydar Aliyev Foundation vice-president Leyla Aliyeva toured the Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Centre in Arkadag; talks also covered child healthcare and support for families in need. Cancer Awareness: UNFPA and the EU held an Ashgabat event on breast cancer prevention and early detection, offering screening information, self-examination guidance and advice on emotional wellbeing.

Digital Health: UNDP and Turkmenistan’s Health Ministry are training 60 medical workers in digital tools, including mobile treatment apps and AI-assisted X-rays, to support infectious-disease and tuberculosis care. Children’s Care: During a visit to Arkadag’s Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Centre, Azerbaijani and Turkmen foundation representatives discussed cooperation in child healthcare, inclusive education and support for families in need. Cancer Awareness: UNFPA and the EU held an Ashgabat event on breast cancer prevention and early detection, with guidance from specialists on screening and self-examination. Health Concerns: A human rights defender’s bone tuberculosis is reportedly worsening in detention. A separate feature offered advice on gut health and the microbiome using local Turkmen foods.

Healthcare Digital Skills: UNDP and Turkmenistan’s Health Ministry are training 60 medical workers in digital tools, including mobile treatment support and AI-assisted X-rays, to strengthen infectious-disease and tuberculosis care. Child Health: During a visit to Turkmenistan, Azerbaijani foundation vice-president Leyla Aliyeva toured the children’s rehabilitation centre and discussed cooperation on child healthcare and family support. Breast Cancer Awareness: UNFPA and the EU brought women in Ashgabat together with health professionals to discuss prevention, screening and self-examination, alongside emotional support. Tuberculosis Care: Human rights defender Mansur Mingelov’s condition has reportedly worsened in a prison hospital, with renewed infection and severe pain from bone tuberculosis. Nutrition and Wellness: A guide to Turkmen foods highlights locally available whole and fermented foods as options for supporting digestive health.

Digital Health: UNDP and Turkmenistan’s Ministry of Health have begun training 60 medical workers in digital tools, including mobile treatment apps, video-supported treatment and AI-assisted mobile X-rays. The course runs through December and focuses on infectious disease and tuberculosis services. Child Healthcare: During Leyla Aliyeva’s visit to Turkmenistan, she and Oguljahan Atabayeva discussed cooperation in child healthcare, inclusive education and family support; Aliyeva also visited the Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Centre in Arkadag. Breast Cancer Awareness: A UNFPA and EU event in Ashgabat shared guidance on prevention, screening and self-examination, with an oncologist, psychologist and breast cancer survivor taking part. Family Wellbeing: A UNICEF parenting-support pilot in Ashgabat and Dashoguz offered caregivers advice on child development, stress management and non-violent discipline, and explored delivering support through schools and health facilities. Tuberculosis Care: Human rights defender Mansur Mingelov’s health has reportedly worsened in a prison hospital, with renewed infection and severe pain from tuberculous arthritis in both knees. A medical commission previously said treatment abroad could help save his legs.

Digital Health: UNDP and Turkmenistan’s Health Ministry have launched training for 60 medical workers, running through December. It covers digital tools for infectious-disease and tuberculosis care, including mobile X-rays with AI support. Child Health: During a visit to Arkadag’s Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Centre, Azerbaijani and Turkmen foundation officials discussed cooperation on child healthcare, inclusive education and family support. Cancer Awareness: A UNFPA–EU event in Ashgabat shared breast cancer prevention and screening information, including a self-examination demonstration and advice on emotional wellbeing. Patient Care: Human rights defender Mansur Mingelov’s health is reportedly worsening in a prison hospital, where he is being treated for tuberculosis-related arthritis; advocates say he needs care unavailable in Turkmenistan. Family Support: A UNICEF-backed parenting pilot in Ashgabat and Dashoguz offered guidance on child development, stress management and non-violent discipline. Everyday Wellness: A local nutrition feature highlights Turkmen foods that can support gut health, including whole and traditionally preserved produce.

Child Healthcare: Azerbaijan’s Leyla Aliyeva visited Turkmenistan’s Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Centre in Arkadag on October 19, meeting with foundation vice-president Oguljahan Atabayeva to discuss cooperation in child healthcare, inclusive education and family support. Cancer Awareness: A UNFPA–EU event in Ashgabat highlighted breast cancer risk factors, screening and self-examination, with guidance from an oncologist and support from a survivor’s personal account. Medical Services: A healthcare forum spotlighted Ashgabat’s newly opened oncology, dental and paediatrics centres, which Russian officials said could expand access to advanced diagnosis and treatment. Family Support: A UNICEF pilot in Ashgabat and Dashoguz tested parenting groups covering child development, stress management and non-violent discipline, with schools and primary healthcare facilities identified as potential venues. Health Watch: Rights advocates say jailed activist Mansur Mingelov’s bone tuberculosis is worsening, with renewed infection and severe pain; they report that treatment in Turkmenistan has not helped. Everyday Wellness: A local nutrition guide points to traditional Turkmen foods as affordable options for supporting gut health.

Breast Cancer Awareness: UNFPA and the EU brought women in Ashgabat together on prevention and early detection. An oncologist explained screening and self-exams, while a psychologist discussed coping with diagnosis-related anxiety. New Medical Facilities: At Ashgabat’s healthcare conference, officials highlighted newly opened oncology, dental and pediatric centers. A visiting Russian health official praised their equipment and said they could expand access to specialized care. Family Health: UNICEF and national partners wrapped up a parenting-support pilot in Ashgabat and Dashoguz, covering child development, stress management and non-violent discipline. Schools and primary healthcare facilities are among the options for expanding the service. Tuberculosis Care: A report says imprisoned human rights defender Mansur Mingelov’s condition has worsened, with renewed infection and severe pain. It says a medical assessment found treatment abroad may be needed to save his legs.

Breast Cancer Awareness: A UNFPA–EU event in Ashgabat offered women guidance on risk factors, screening and self-examination, alongside support for people facing diagnosis-related stress. Cancer Screening: A separate Ashgabat forum examined primary HPV testing, vaccination and cervical cancer prevention, including Turkmenistan’s move to a single-dose HPV vaccine schedule. New Medical Facilities: Three centers—a scientific and clinical oncology center, dental center and pediatrics center—opened in Ashgabat, with officials saying they will expand access to advanced care. Tuberculosis Care: Concern is growing over imprisoned human rights defender Mansur Mingelov, whose bone tuberculosis is worsening; a medical assessment has said treatment abroad could help save his legs. Local Nutrition: A wellness guide highlights Turkmen foods such as traditionally preserved produce as affordable sources of fiber that can support gut health.

Regional Health Cooperation: Turkmenistan is due to join the C5+1 meeting in Samarkand on 19 October, where business sessions will include healthcare. An Ashgabat forum on Turkmen-Indian trade also brought together more than 30 company representatives, including firms in the pharmaceutical sector. Cancer Prevention: UNFPA and the EU held a breast cancer awareness event in Ashgabat on 16 October, offering guidance on screening and self-examination. Earlier, a forum in Ashgabat examined cervical cancer prevention, primary HPV testing and vaccination. Medical Services: Three facilities — an oncology centre, dental centre and paediatric centre — opened in Ashgabat during the recent healthcare exhibition. Tuberculosis Care: Human rights defender Mansur Mingelov’s health is reportedly deteriorating in a prison hospital, where he is being treated for tuberculosis in both knees; an earlier medical assessment said treatment abroad could help save his legs. Family Wellbeing: A UNICEF-supported parenting pilot in Ashgabat and Dashoguz tested group support on child development, stress management and non-violent discipline, with primary healthcare facilities identified as potential venues for future sessions.

Breast Cancer Awareness: UNFPA and the EU brought women in Ashgabat together for practical advice on breast self-exams, screening and emotional support. Cancer Screening: A regional forum in Ashgabat discussed primary HPV testing, vaccination and improving cervical cancer prevention; Turkmenistan is moving to a single-dose HPV vaccination schedule. New Medical Centres: Three facilities opened in Ashgabat: an oncology centre, a dental centre and an international paediatrics centre. A visiting Russian health official said they could improve access to advanced care. Patient Health: Rights advocates say tuberculosis-related bone disease is worsening for imprisoned defender Mansur Mingelov, who is being treated at a prison hospital; they say he needs specialist care abroad. Family Wellbeing: A UNICEF parenting-support pilot in Ashgabat and Dashoguz offered caregivers guidance on child development, stress management and non-violent discipline, with lessons for future services through schools and primary healthcare facilities.

Breast Cancer Awareness: UNFPA and the EU brought women, health professionals and community voices together in Ashgabat on 16 October to discuss prevention, screening and self-exams, with an oncologist-led session and advice on emotional wellbeing. Cancer Prevention: A regional forum in Ashgabat focused on cervical cancer screening, including primary HPV testing and vaccination; Turkmenistan is moving to a single-dose HPV immunisation schedule. New Medical Facilities: Turkmenistan has opened specialised oncology, dental and paediatric centres in Ashgabat, while a new 400-bed treatment complex has opened at Arçman Sanatorium. Family Wellbeing: A UNICEF parenting-support pilot in Ashgabat and Dashoguz explored ways to offer practical guidance through community settings, including schools and primary healthcare facilities. Prison Health: Rights advocates warn that tuberculosis-related bone disease is worsening for imprisoned defender Mansur Mingelov, who is reportedly struggling with severe pain and recurring infection.

Breast Cancer Awareness: UNFPA and the EU brought women and community influencers together in Ashgabat on Oct. 16 for guidance on risk factors, screening and self-examination, alongside advice on coping with health-related anxiety. Family Health: A UNICEF parenting-support pilot in Ashgabat and Dashoguz has trained caregivers and frontline workers in child development, stress management and non-violent discipline. Cancer Prevention: At an Oct. 11 forum, health officials and international experts discussed primary HPV testing, vaccination and strengthening cervical cancer screening. Healthcare Expansion: Turkmenistan has opened new oncology, dental and pediatric centres in Ashgabat, as well as a 400-bed treatment complex at Arçman Sanatorium. Tuberculosis Care: Human-rights advocates say prisoner Mansur Mingelov’s bone tuberculosis is worsening despite treatment at a prison hospital, and report that a medical assessment found he may need care abroad.

Breast Cancer Awareness: UNFPA and the European Union brought women and community figures together in Ashgabat to discuss risk factors, screening and self-exams, with guidance from an oncologist and a survivor’s account. Cancer Prevention: A regional forum in Ashgabat explored primary HPV testing, vaccination and cervical cancer screening; participants noted Turkmenistan’s move to a single-dose HPV vaccine schedule. Medical Facilities: Turkmenistan has opened three specialist centres in Ashgabat for oncology, dentistry and paediatrics, and a 400-bed treatment complex at Arçman Sanatorium. Patient Care: Human rights defender Mansur Mingelov’s tuberculosis-related bone and joint condition is reportedly worsening in a prison hospital, with renewed infection and severe pain; advocates say treatment abroad may be needed. Family Wellbeing: A UNICEF-backed pilot in Ashgabat and Dashoguz trained parents and frontline workers in child development, stress management and non-violent discipline, with schools and primary healthcare facilities identified as possible settings for future support.

Local Nutrition: A new guide highlights Turkmen foods, including traditionally preserved produce, as affordable ways to support gut health, while noting that diet is only one part of digestive wellbeing. Prison Health: Human rights advocates say Mansur Mingelov’s tuberculous arthritis is worsening in a prison hospital, with renewed infection and severe pain; they report that a medical commission said treatment abroad could help save his legs. Family Support: A UNICEF parenting pilot in Ashgabat and Dashoguz has wrapped up, with lessons pointing to schools, clinics and social centres as accessible places for caregiver support. Cancer Prevention: A regional forum in Ashgabat examined primary HPV testing, vaccination and stronger cervical cancer screening; Turkmenistan is moving to a single-dose HPV vaccination schedule. New Care Capacity: Turkmenistan has opened oncology, dental and paediatric centres in Ashgabat, alongside a 400-bed treatment complex at Arçman sanatorium, expanding specialist care and rehabilitation.