From August 28th to 30th, 2023, the 29th World Congress on Echinococcosis was successfully held, bringing together leading medical researchers, doctors, and experts from different parts of the world. The congress became a significant event in the field of medical science and healthcare dedicated to the study and combat of this serious infectious disease.

Employees of the Department of Public Health at the International High School of Medicine actively participated in the congress, which took place at the I.K. Akhunbaev Kyrgyz State Medical Academy. Specialists from the Department of Public Health, including K.O. Dzhusupov, D.V. Vishnyakov, M.A. Turdumambetova, and N.B. Matkerimova, were among the participants.

A special highlight at the congress was the presentation by Dmitry Vishnyakov, a speaker from the Department of Public Health. His presentation was highly successful and received recognition from colleagues and congress participants. D.V. Vishnyakov thoroughly examined "Always Nearby but Overlooked: Assessing Awareness of Echinococcosis in Kyrgyzstan and Opportunities for Disease Prevention," providing valuable scientific and practical insights.

The participation of the Department of Public Health's staff in the World Congress on Echinococcosis underscores the importance of their work in the field of combating infectious diseases.