Playlist


Today, on the Day of Healthcare and Medical Industry Workers of Turkmenistan, an exhibition is being held at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry. One of the key participants is the international medical platform Fly2Doctor. Representing the company is Shivam Singh Chauhan, a director of GD Healthcare Private Limited from India.
— Mr. Chauhan, could you tell us what Fly2Doctor is and what its main mission is?
— Fly2Doctor is an international platform that connects patients with the best hospitals and doctors worldwide. Our mission is to make medical tourism accessible, transparent, and safe. We help people receive top-quality medical care in India and other countries.
— How does company assist patients from different countries, including Turkmenistan, in receiving treatment abroad?
— Company supports our patients at every step — from the first consultation to their safe return home. Our coordinators assist with clinic selection, visa arrangements, airport pick-up, and hotel booking. For Turkmen patients, we offer personalized programs to make their experience smooth and trustworthy.
— You are one of the directors of GD Healthcare Private Limited. Could you tell us about your background and what inspired you to work in international healthcare cooperation?
— I’ve always believed medicine is a form of service to humanity. And I realized that many foreign patients lacked access to accurate information about treatment options in India. That inspired me to help bridge that gap and create a global healthcare connection.
— How do you see the potential for cooperation between India and Turkmenistan in the healthcare field?
— The potential is tremendous. India has advanced medical technologies, and Turkmenistan is actively modernizing its healthcare sector. Together, we can exchange knowledge, train professionals, and launch joint projects.
— Today Turkmenistan celebrates the Day of Healthcare and Medical Industry Workers. What would you like to wish Turkmen doctors and patients?
— I sincerely admire Turkmen doctors for their dedication and compassion. I wish them health, inspiration, and continued success in their noble mission. And I wish Turkmen patients hope and confidence in the healing power of modern medicine.


Facing a record drop in fertility rates, Singapore is significantly expanding its family support framework. According to Bloomberg, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced increases in direct financial assistance alongside enhanced housing benefits for young families.
Under the updated policy, every Singaporean child up to the age of 17 will be eligible to receive up to 70,000 Singapore dollars (approximately $55,000 USD) in total support, which includes cash payouts, educational grants, and related benefits. The government is also expanding paid parental leave and capping monthly out-of-pocket costs for government-subsidized childcare at 150 Singapore dollars.
These interventions aim to reverse a severe demographic decline, marked by last year's fertility rate drop to 0.87 children per woman, while over 20% of the country's population is currently aged 65 or older.
Also read