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DHSA Food Analyst Attends the First Pacific Islands Laboratory Week Workshop in Tonga

Food Analyst Ms. Kesusa Marquez-Yaropiy from the FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs Food Lab attended the First Pacific Islands Laboratory Week Workshop in Nuku’alofa, Tonga from the 18th to the 22nd March 2024.  The workshop represents an important milestone for the regional PQI Initiative to continue to strengthen cooperation and coordination among Pacific Island Countries on Quality Infrastructure (QI), with the aim of improving access to reliable laboratory testing services across the regions.

2024 FSM Health Summit Successfully Concludes

The Federated States of Micronesia Department of Health & Social Affairs concluded its 2024 Health Summit held from April 22-26, 2024 in Palikir, Pohnpei. The event brought together leaders from the National and State Governments, program managers and staff, stakeholders, partners, and members from the communities to deliberate on strategies to advancing the nation's health in 2024 and beyond.

2nd Micronesian Ministers for Women Conference 2024: Advancing Gender Equality in Micronesia

A ministerial delegation of gender specialists from the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) is actively participating in the 2nd Micronesian Ministers for Women Conference 2024 in Nauru this week. The conference, held from 16-18 April, brings together key decision-makers to identify priorities for gender equality and women’s empowerment in the sub-region.

Courtesy Visit: Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines to the FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs

Ambassador Mylene J. Garcia-Albano from the Philippine Embassy in Tokyo visited FSM DHSA Acting Secretary Mr. Scott Mori to discuss healthcare collaboration, including addressing professional shortages, medical referrals, educational opportunities for FSM students, staff training, recruitment from the Philippines, and future health services in FSM.

Sweden Ambassador Courtesy Visit to the Secretary of FSM DHSA

His excellency Ambassador Pereric Högberg of the Sweden embassy in Japan, paid a courtesy visit to the Honorable Mr. Marcus Samo, Secretary of FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs (DHSA). The meeting centered on medical training and schools, access to medicines (including generics) and pharmaceutical providers, greening of healthcare facilities, food and nutrition, public health awareness, and health promotion.

MedPharm & Mercatus Capital Courtesy Visit to the Secretary of FSM DHSA

During a courtesy visit on February 21, 2024, MedPharm and Mercatus Capital representatives presented a proposal to the Honorable Mr. Marcus Samo, Secretary of the FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs (DHSA), with the aim of enhancing healthcare services in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM).

Ambassador of Brazil Embassy in Manila, Philippines, paid a courtesy visit to the Secretary of FSM DHSA

His Excellency shared with the Honorable Secretary and staff of a recent cooperation proposal from the Government of Brazil to the Federated States of Micronesia along with the proposal components that are relevant to health and social affairs noting the similarities in environmental and health settings of the two nations.

Strengthening Health Services Collaboration: Virtual Meeting Between FSM DHSA and Republic of the Philippines Department of Health

Secretary Marcus Samo, Assistant Secretary Moses Pretrick and Chuuk State health leadership Chuuk Health Services Director Dr. Bosco Buliche, Chuuk Health Chief of Staff Dr. Yoster Yichiro, and Chuck Health OBGYN Dr. Rita Akapito held a virtual meeting with the Republic of Philippines Department of Health representatives.

Ambassador of India Courtesy Visit to Secretary of FSM DHSA

Ambassador Shri Shambhu S. Kumaran, representing the India Embassy in India, paid a courtesy visit to the Honorable Mr. Marcus Samo, Secretary of the FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs (DHSA). The meeting centered around several key topics aimed at enhancing healthcare services in FSM. Discussions included pharmaceutical providers, diagnostics, and dialysis services, as well as the establishment of a sea ambulance system and the referral of patients to India for specialized care.

FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs handed over a Marine Ambulance

After a few days of technical training to staff of Chuuk State Department of Health Services on the operation and maintenance of the marine ambulance, the FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs, on behalf of the FSM National Government, handed over the key to a medical marine ambulance to the Honorable Alexander R. Narruhn, Governor of Chuuk State on behalf of HE President Wesley W. Simina.

Health Advisory

Some parts of the Nation are experiencing a drought and abnormally dry condition. This is expected to expand to all over Micronesia and extend towards the month of April of this year and potentially towards the early part of this summer.

2024 FSM Health Summit Announcement

The FSM Department of Health & Social Affairs (FSMDHSA) is convening a National Health Summit from April 22-26, 2024. The Health Summit will be attended by the leaderships from the National and State Governments as well as key stakeholders. Technical and resource experts will present to the leadership recommendations as to how the FSM will achieve better health for all beyond 2033.

Recent News & Updates

DHSA Food Analyst Attends the First Pacific Islands Laboratory Week Workshop in Tonga

May 2, 2024

Food Analyst Ms. Kesusa Marquez-Yaropiy from the FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs Food Lab attended the First Pacific Islands Laboratory Week Workshop in Nuku’alofa, Tonga from the 18th to the 22nd March 2024.  The workshop represents an important milestone for the regional PQI Initiative to continue to strengthen cooperation and coordination among Pacific Island Countries on Quality Infrastructure (QI), with the aim of improving access to reliable laboratory testing services across the regions.

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2024 FSM Health Summit Successfully Concludes

April 29, 2024

The Federated States of Micronesia Department of Health & Social Affairs concluded its 2024 Health Summit held from April 22-26, 2024 in Palikir, Pohnpei. The event brought together leaders from the National and State Governments, program managers and staff, stakeholders, partners, and members from the communities to deliberate on strategies to advancing the nation’s health in 2024 and beyond.

Read More »
DHSA Food Analyst Attends the First Pacific Islands Laboratory Week Workshop in Tonga

DHSA Food Analyst Attends the First Pacific Islands Laboratory Week Workshop in Tonga

May 2, 2024 News
Food Analyst Ms. Kesusa Marquez-Yaropiy from the FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs Food Lab attended the First Pacific Islands Laboratory Week Workshop in...
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2024 FSM Health Summit Successfully Concludes

2024 FSM Health Summit Successfully Concludes

April 29, 2024 Health News,News
The Federated States of Micronesia Department of Health & Social Affairs concluded its 2024 Health Summit held from April 22-26, 2024 in Palikir, Pohnpei. The...
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2nd Micronesian Ministers for Women Conference 2024: Advancing Gender Equality in Micronesia

2nd Micronesian Ministers for Women Conference 2024: Advancing Gender Equality in Micronesia

April 17, 2024 News
A ministerial delegation of gender specialists from the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) is actively participating in the 2nd Micronesian Ministers for Women Conference 2024...
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Courtesy Visit: Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines to the FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs

Courtesy Visit: Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines to the FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs

February 27, 2024 News
Ambassador Mylene J. Garcia-Albano from the Philippine Embassy in Tokyo visited FSM DHSA Acting Secretary Mr. Scott Mori to discuss healthcare collaboration, including addressing professional...
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