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Hong Kong flu has changed: the US faces an unusual virus wave — what it means for Kazakhstan Tengrinews.kz — At the end of 2025, dozens of countries around the world saw a sharp rise in influenza cases. In the United States, the current

29 January 2026

Deadly Nipah virus: doctors explain how to avoid infection while traveling Tengrinews.kz — The World Health Organization has warned of the possible further spread of the Nipah virus due to the limited level of scientific

28 January 2026

Disease X: why a new pandemic is inevitable and whether Kazakhstan is ready - a scientist explains Tengrinews.kz — In recent weeks, virologists have been discussing the possible emergence of an unknown “Pathogen X”, which could arise due to

23 January 2026

Another measles outbreak? Hundreds of children fall ill in Kazakhstan Tengrinews.kz – In some regions of the country, measles cases are once again on the rise — especially among children who have not been vaccinated.

16 January 2026

Epiphany bathing: where and when to take a dip in Astana Tengrinews.kz — On January 18–19, celebrations of the Orthodox Epiphany will take place in all Orthodox churches in Astana, the city administration

13 January 2026

Dangerous toxin: Nestlé recalls batches of infant formula in Kazakhstan Tengrinews.kz – Nestlé has announced a recall of a limited number of infant nutrition product batches in Kazakhstan. The recall concerns powdered

06 January 2026

New Year without stomach trouble: a gastroenterologist’s advice Tengrinews.kz – New Year celebrations mean family visits, gatherings with friends, endless toasts and multi-day feasts. Not everyone’s digestive

29 December 2025

Kazakhstan may restrict surrogacy services for foreigners Tengrinews.kz – Kazakhstan may introduce restrictions on surrogacy services for foreign citizens, following a parliamentary inquiry submitted

17 December 2025

Doctor explains how to recognize early symptoms of Hong Kong flu Tengrinews.kz – The Hong Kong flu can be identified by a rapid onset of infection accompanied by a high fever and chills, medical expert Svetlana

17 December 2025

Kazakhstan keeps 2,000 hospital beds in reserve amid spike in flu and respiratory infections Tengrinews.kz – Hospitals across Kazakhstan have prepared an additional 2,000 beds in case the current wave of influenza and acute respiratory

20 November 2025

Healthcare Minister comments on antiviral drug shortage in Astana Tengrinews.kz – More than 60,000 units of antiviral medication were delivered to pharmacies in Astana yesterday, Health Minister Akmarl Alnazarova

20 November 2025

Hong Kong flu in Kazakhstan: Health Minister forecasts continued rise in cases Tengrinews.kz – Kazakhstan’s Healtcareh Minister Akmarl Alnazarova has commented on the surge of Hong Kong flu cases across the country, saying

20 November 2025

Mass shift to remote learning in Kazakhstan: more regions join as ARVI cases surge Tengrinews.kz – Seven regions across Kazakhstan have partially moved schoolchildren to remote learning amid a spike in acute respiratory infections

19 November 2025

Sick residents empty pharmacy shelves: Health Ministry promises solution Tengrinews.kz – Astana is experiencing a sharp seasonal surge in influenza and acute respiratory infections, prompting complaints about overcrowded

19 November 2025

Hong Kong flu: why this season feels more severe and when to take antivirals Tengrinews.kz – Since early September, Kazakhstan has confirmed 590 flu cases, most of them caused by influenza A (H3N2), known as the Hong

19 November 2025

“Problematic situation”: Vaccine refusals on the rise in Kazakhstan Tengrinews.kz – More than 20,000 Kazakh citizens officially refused vaccination in 2025, according to Sarchat Beisenova, Chair of the Committee

12 November 2025

Scientists discover another health benefit of coffee Tengrinews.kz – Drinking coffee may reduce the risk of atrial fibrillation (AF) — a common heart rhythm disorder that causes rapid and irregular

11 November 2025

Unexpected factor affecting dementia development revealed Tengrinews.kz — A lack of free time, or so-called “time inequality,” may increase the risk of developing dementia. This conclusion was reached

03 November 2025

Very healthy yet underrated porridge has been named Tengrinews.kz – Chef Gleb Astafyev and doctor Alexander Myasnikov have named a very healthy yet undeservedly underrated porridge, according

20 October 2025