August 2025

Strengthening The Gambia’s Public Health Defenses

In a significant advancement for public health in The Gambia, the Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) Gambia Office, has officially commenced a transformative three-day capacity-building workshop focused on Environmental Health Surveillance. This workshop, which began today 27th of August 2025, is set to strengthen the nation’s defenses against potential […]

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Strengthening Our Shield: NITAG Builds Capacity for a Healthier Nation

The Ministry of Health is currenlty holding a five-day capacity-building workshop this week from the 18th to 22nd of August 2025 for members of the National Immunization Technical Advisory Group (NITAG), with the support of the World Health Organization (WHO) Country Office. This intensive training serves as a powerhouse of knowledge and expertise, equipping NITAG

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National Training on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergencies

The Ministry of Health, through its National Mental Health Programme, and with support of the West African Health Organisation (WAHO), has from the 15th – 19th August 2025, successfully concluded a comprehensive five-day training for healthcare workers across The Gambia on “Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergencies.” This intensive workshop brought together healthcare professionals

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Never Skip Your Medication!

Did you know that skipping your medication can have serious implications for your health? Every time you miss a dose of your prescribed treatment, you increase the risk of complications that could lead to: 🏥 Increased hospital visits 🤮 Prolonged recovery periods ⛔ Even life-threatening situations! Taking your medication as prescribed is absolutely important for

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High-Level National Consultative Meeting on Ending Open Defecation in The Gambia

On 19th August 2025, the WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) Unit of the Directorate of Public Health Services, with support from UNICEF Gambia, successfully hosted a High-Level National Consultative Meeting on Ending Open Defecation. This landmark event marked a significant step towards improving sanitation and public health across The Gambia. The meeting convened a diverse

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