Akmola Regional HIV Prevention Center Holds Medical Council Meeting to Review the First Nine Months of 2026

November 9, 2026

On November 5, a medical council meeting of the Akmola Regional HIV Prevention Center was held at Kokshetau Higher Medical College. The meeting focused on reviewing the Center’s performance during the first nine months of 2026 and outlining priorities for the fourth quarter.

Opening the meeting, the Center’s Chief Physician, R. Moldagali, noted: “We have revived the tradition of holding medical council meetings. This is an opportunity not only to review our performance but also to openly discuss emerging challenges, exchange views, and work together to find solutions.”

Deputy Chief Physician S. Zhakanova was the first to present the Center’s performance results for the nine-month period. She also outlined the key objectives for the fourth quarter.

Head of the Epidemiology Department B. Bapenova presented an overview of the HIV epidemiological situation in the Akmola Region and reported on the department’s activities during the reporting period.

The meeting also addressed the results of HIV prevention activities, the provision of medical care to people living with HIV, ongoing medical monitoring, and laboratory diagnostics. Presentations on these areas were delivered by A. Baltabayeva, Head of the Prevention Department; S. Burmaganova, Head of the Treatment, Prevention and Medical Follow-up Department; and L. Maslova, Laboratory Physician.

Particular attention was paid to improving the effectiveness of HIV prevention measures, ensuring timely HIV diagnosis, and enhancing the quality of medical care.

At the conclusion of the meeting, participants discussed current challenges facing the Center and identified further priorities for HIV prevention, diagnosis, and treatment in the region.

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