WHO: Vaccination coverage needs to be improved in Kyrgyzstan

Bishkek, Dec. 5, 2025. /Kabar/. World Health Organization (WHO) mission completes an assessment of healthcare facilities to better understand the causes of inadequate vaccination coverage in the country. According to WHO, the mission was organized at the request of national health authorities amid concerns about delays, omissions, and refusals of childhood vaccinations.

WHO experts worked closely with local healthcare workers to study immunization practices, identify problems, and gather feedback from frontline professionals.

The team visited primary healthcare facilities in several regions of the country, as well as in the cities of Bishkek and Osh, where they interviewed general practitioners, nurses, immunization program specialists, and healthcare facility managers.

During the missions, the team also assessed how healthcare workers interact with parents, particularly those who have anxiety or hesitations about vaccination, and whether additional training or tools are needed to ensure effective communication.

The mission is examining the availability of vaccines and consumables, supply disruptions, the processing of contraindications, and the procedures for recording and reporting adverse events following immunization.

WHO specialists are also analyzing recent investigations of measles outbreaks, where incomplete vaccination was identified as a contributing factor. The data obtained will help national health authorities refine policies, improve the quality of health services, and implement targeted population coverage measures.

The mission's findings will be compiled into comprehensive report with practical recommendations for the Kyrgyz Ministry of Health, development partners, and healthcare organizations. This will support ongoing efforts to improve routine immunization coverage in Kyrgyzstan and ensure population protection from vaccine-preventable diseases.