Joining Efforts for the Health of Future Generations

June 1, 2026

The Regional HIV Prevention Center under the Health Department of Zhetysu Region held a working meeting with representatives of the Youth Health Center of the Taldykorgan City Polyclinic, as well as specialists from city and district education departments.

During the meeting, current issues related to the prevention of HIV infection and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among adolescents and young people were discussed. Particular attention was paid to increasing awareness among young people, promoting a responsible attitude toward their health, and strengthening intersectoral cooperation in the field of preventive work.
The participants reviewed effective approaches to conducting information and awareness-raising activities in educational institutions, discussed ways to improve preventive efforts, and outlined a joint action plan for the upcoming period.
M. Matembayeva, Head of the Preventive Work Department, noted that since the beginning of 2026, the department’s specialists have implemented a comprehensive range of preventive activities in educational institutions across the Zhetysu Region. Preventive measures have covered 11 secondary schools, 14 colleges, and 1 higher education institution. A total of 1,400 pupils and students, as well as 554 teachers, have been reached through information and awareness-raising activities.
M. Matembayeva emphasized that the prevention of HIV infection and STIs among young people is one of the key priorities in protecting public health and requires close cooperation between healthcare and educational institutions. Only through joint efforts can awareness be increased, responsible health behavior be promoted, and the risks associated with the spread of socially significant diseases be reduced.
Healthy youth today is the foundation of a prosperous society tomorrow. By investing in the knowledge, health, and safety of the younger generation, we are building a strong foundation for the sustainable development of our country.

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