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President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced the expansion of the package of guaranteed medical services for the population of Uzbekistan, which will come into force in 2027. According to the new plans, the number of free medicines will increase to 73 items, and medical examinations—to 36.

During a meeting with employees of the medical and pharmaceutical sectors, the president reported on several important changes. Currently, 69 types of medicines are provided free of charge to outpatient patients under the guaranteed package.

The President stated that early detection programs for stomach cancer, colon cancer, prostate cancer, and lung cancer will begin in the Samarkand region and will be implemented in all regions starting in 2028. 700 billion soms will be allocated for the implementation of this task. Programs for the early diagnosis of diabetes, kidney diseases, cardiovascular diseases, tumors in women, and oncological-hematological diseases in children will also continue to be active.

Furthermore, the program for the early detection and treatment of heart attacks and strokes will cover all districts and cities next year, requiring 280 billion soms.

The primary health care system will be expanded. The family doctor model, which has been tested in 28 districts, will be introduced in another 100 districts starting in 2027. The new system will establish joint interaction between the population and family doctors, as well as clearly define the duties of the doctor and the patient.

Additionally, 'New Standards of Medicine of Uzbekistan' will be introduced in polyclinics and hospitals, concerning freedom of movement, sanitation and hygiene, patient safety, and the culture of service provision.