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Ashgabat, July 18 | ORIENT. Turkmenistan is preparing to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the State Program "Saglyk" (Health) and hold major cultural events in August this year. This was announced by Deputy Prime Ministers Bahar Seyidova and Bayramgul Orazdurdyeva at a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers on July 18, chaired by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov.

Cultural Events of August

Deputy Prime Minister Bahar Seyidova presented a plan of cultural events planned for August. The focus is on the final rounds of the TV contest "Ýaňlan, Diýarym!" in Lebap and Mary provinces, as well as the final stage of the dutar competition "Çalsana, bagşy!".

These competitions are aimed at supporting young talents and popularizing Turkmen culture.

Scientific and applied conferences, creative meetings, briefings and music festivals will also be held in August.

Cultural events will be organized for children and teenagers during the summer holidays, including master classes, exhibitions and concerts to make their leisure time useful and exciting.

Anniversary of the State Program "Saglyk"

Deputy Prime Minister Bayramgul Orazdurdyeva reported on preparations for the 30th anniversary of the State Program "Saglyk", initiated by National Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov in 1995.

The anniversary will be celebrated throughout the country, including the cities of Ashgabat, Arkadag and regional centers. The celebration program includes: conferences dedicated to achievements in healthcare in Turkmenistan and the role of the "Saglyk" program in improving the quality of life, ceremonies to award leading healthcare workers with memorable gifts on behalf of the President of the country and the Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty.

There will also be exhibitions of scientific and artistic works, books by Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, as well as expositions of national products and works of decorative and applied art, musical and cultural events emphasizing the importance of the Program for society. 

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov instructed the Deputy Prime Ministers to ensure a high level of organization of all events, emphasizing their importance for the social and cultural life of the country.

Reference Material on the State Program "Saglyk"

The State Program "Saglyk" (Health), initiated in 1995 by Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, who was then the Minister of Health, became the basis for reforming the healthcare system of Turkmenistan.

The program is aimed at improving the availability and quality of medical services, developing infrastructure and preventing diseases.

Over the 30 years of implementation of the State Program Saglyk, dozens of hospitals, clinics and diagnostic centers have been built and reconstructed, including the International Medical Center in Ashgabat and specialized clinics in the regions, mass medical examination, vaccination and healthy lifestyle promotion programs have been introduced, and sporting events such as mass bike rides and Health Days are held annually.

In terms of international cooperation, Turkmenistan has become an active participant in the World Health Organization programs. In 2015, the country received a WHO certificate for eliminating malaria, and in 2019 - for success in the fight against non-communicable diseases, etc.

During this short period, new medical universities and training centers for specialists were established, which increased the number of qualified doctors and nurses.

The Saglyk program contributed to an increase in average life expectancy, a decrease in morbidity and an improvement in the health of the population. It also strengthened the international authority of Turkmenistan as a country committed to the principles of sustainable development in healthcare.

Prospects

The 30th anniversary of the Saglyk program and the cultural events of August highlight Turkmenistan’s commitment to human development.

The anniversary events not only celebrate achievements in healthcare, but also inspire young people to participate in cultural and social life. These initiatives strengthen national identity and promote Turkmen culture in the international arena.

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