Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan (Medicine)
Kazakhstan (pronunciation: /ˌkɑːzəkˈstɑːn/), officially known as the Republic of Kazakhstan, is a country in Central Asia, with a small portion in Eastern Europe. In the context of medicine, Kazakhstan has made significant strides in healthcare development and medical research.
Etymology
The name "Kazakhstan" is derived from the ancient Turkic word "kaz", meaning "wanderer", and "stan", a Persian suffix meaning "land". Thus, Kazakhstan translates to "land of the wanderers".
Healthcare in Kazakhstan
Healthcare in Kazakhstan is universal and it is offered to all citizens of the country. The Ministry of Health is responsible for the healthcare system in the country. The healthcare system in Kazakhstan is undergoing significant changes with the aim of improving the health status of the population and providing high-quality medical services.
Medical Education in Kazakhstan
Medical education in Kazakhstan is provided by several medical universities, including the Kazakh National Medical University and the Semey State Medical University. These institutions offer a wide range of medical courses and conduct research in various fields of medicine.
Medical Research in Kazakhstan
Medical research in Kazakhstan is conducted by various institutions, including the National Center for Biotechnology and the Kazakh Scientific Center for Quarantine and Zoonotic Diseases. The research focuses on various areas, including infectious diseases, genetics, and public health.
Related Terms
- Public Health: The science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through the organized efforts and informed choices of society, organizations, public and private, communities and individuals.
- Infectious Diseases: Diseases caused by organisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites.
- Genetics: The study of genes, genetic variation, and heredity in living organisms.
- Zoonotic Diseases: Diseases transmitted from animals to humans.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Kazakhstan
- Wikipedia's article - Kazakhstan
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