The average life expectancy in Kazakhstan has reached
75.4 years for the first time, exceeding the global average. Overall mortality
has decreased by 3%, while maternal and infant mortality have fallen to
historic lows, Health Minister Akmaral Alnazarova reported to President
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The shortage of doctors has been reduced by 19% compared
to last year. The Head of State instructed that, by the end of 2025, the
construction of rural first-aid posts and outpatient clinics be completed, the
effectiveness of the compulsory social health insurance system be improved,
measures be taken to develop domestic production of critically important
medicines, and the quality and accessibility of medical care be enhanced.
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