Turkmenistan has organised a series of public events to mark World Health Day, which is celebrated on 7 April. This was announced by Deputy Prime Minister B. Mammedov at a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers, according to TDH.

From 1 to 7 April, scientific and practical conferences, as well as educational, physical education and sports, health and cultural events, will take place in the country’s velayats, as well as in Ashgabat and the city of Arkadag. Schoolchildren, students, employees of institutions and enterprises, and athletes will take part in the competitions. Mass cycle rides and sporting events will also be organised.

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasised the importance of World Health Day for promoting the principles of an active lifestyle and the development of sport in society. He instructed the Deputy Prime Minister to ensure that the events are organised to a high standard.

World Health Day has been observed since 1950, marking the founding of the World Health Organisation (WHO). The aim of the day is to remind people of the need to lead a healthy lifestyle, eat a balanced diet, give up harmful habits and engage in regular physical activity.