News about virus
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
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
Healthcare Ministry compared the current epidemic situation to the COVID-19 pandemic
Tengrinews.kz – Kazakhstan has no grounds to return to the restrictions that were in place during the coronavirus pandemic, the Ministry of
28 November 2025
Hong Kong flu: what Kazakhstan and the world should expect this winter
Tengrinews.kz — Doctors report a rise in cases of Hong Kong flu — the A/H3N2 strain of the seasonal virus known for its high contagiousness
25 November 2025
First person in the world has died from the H5N5 bird flu
Tengrinews.kz – The world’s first human death from the H5N5 bird flu strain has been recorded in the United States, according to Euronews.
24 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
Flu season in Kazakhstan: doctors share key health recommendations
Tengrinews.kz – As the flu season continues across Kazakhstan, doctors are reminding residents how to protect themselves from viral infections
10 November 2025
'Fever won’t go away': Astana residents complain about a “new virus”
Tengrinews.kz – Residents of Kazakhstan’s capital are complaining about a “new virus” — high fevers that last for weeks and the inability to
04 November 2025
WHO issues warning about chikungunya virus
Tengrinews.kz – The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned of a significant risk of chikungunya virus (CHIKV) spread this year.
06 October 2025
In Russia, children are contracting the Coxsackie virus: Should Kazakhstanis be worried?
Tengrinews.kz - In seven regions of Russia, cases of the Coxsackie virus have been reported. Tengrinews.kz correspondent found out whether Kazakhstan
02 October 2025
Scientists discover new potentially dangerous virus in bats – media
Tengrinews.kz – Scientists have discovered a new pathogen carried by bats in Australia's flying foxes, according to a report by The Telegraph.
08 September 2025
Half the world at risk: WHO reports chikungunya virus outbreak
Tengrinews.kz – The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned of the danger of a chikungunya virus epidemic, which is transmitted through mosquito
23 July 2025
Rumors of “deadly meningitis“: ministry clarifies real situation
Tengrinews.kz – Amid growing rumors on social media about a supposed outbreak of "deadly meningitis" in Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Health has
06 July 2025
HPV vaccination for boys in Kazakhstan: timeline announced
Tengrinews.kz – Vice Minister of Healthcare Timur Sultangaziyev spoke about plans to introduce voluntary HPV vaccination for boys in Kazakhstan.
27 June 2025
Kazakhstani deputies support HPV vaccination for boys
Tengrinews.kz – Members of Kazakhstan’s Parliament have voiced their support for introducing voluntary HPV vaccination for boys, highlighting
12 May 2025
