Kazakhstan targets life expectancy of 77 years by 2029 under new healthcare strategy
Government unveils comprehensive reform plan to improve access, digitalisation and disease prevention
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Kazakhstan is aiming to raise national life expectancy to 77 years by 2029 as part of a new long-term healthcare development strategy introduced by the Ministry of Health of Kazakhstan, reports Kazinform, a partner of TV BRICS.
The concept, developed within the framework of the national development plan and government directives, outlines a comprehensive approach to building a more sustainable, efficient and patient-centred healthcare system with universal coverage and equitable access to medical services.
The strategy sets out a series of systemic reforms, including the expansion of integrated healthcare services, the introduction of next-generation digital solutions, the strengthening of the medical workforce and the advancement of scientific research.
The document identifies nine strategic priorities, including the modernisation of primary healthcare, improved accessibility of medical services, the development of high-tech and personalised medicine, and enhanced pharmaceutical provision alongside the growth of the domestic pharmaceutical industry.
In total, the plan offers 168 specific measures supported by a system of performance indicators to be implemented at both national and regional levels.
The plan was developed with input from leading experts, academic institutions and international organisations, including the World Health Organisation, United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and United Nations Population Fund.
Officials say the implementation of the strategy is expected to improve the quality and accessibility of healthcare services, contribute to better overall public health outcomes.
According to recent data, life expectancy in Kazakhstan has already reached 75.4 years for the first time, providing a foundation for achieving the new target by the end of the decade.
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