ICP: 1 in 4 Maldivians face mental health issues

State health minister Shah said that mental illness should be given the same weight as illnesses such as heart diseases.

9 October 2022

2 Indian cough syrups banned in Maldives

The MFDA has also asked people to contact their hotline, 7200321, without delay if they receive any information about the medicines.

13 January 2023

Primary healthcare services launched in Faafu Atoll

Services launched in Faafu atoll will reduce the number of people who have to leave the area for medical care.

20 December 2022

Local trader forged ingredient label of cough syrups

Police have arrested and charged officials at Samudera and its distributor.

31 January 2023

Major study paints dangerous picture of local health

"If such risks are high, the age reduction or 'premature death' rate of people will increase in the country over the next 10 years," Sheena said.

8 November 2022

Potential China wave is 'wild card' for ending COVID emergency

The emergency designation is the WHO's highest level of alert associated with a disease outbreak.

21 December 2022

Air quality monitoring stations to be set up in Hulhumale

According to the Met, other factors that contribute to poorer air quality in the Maldives is due to increased air pollution.

13 December 2022

Bird flu spreads to new countries, threatens non-stop "war"

While the virus can infect people, usually those who have contact with infected birds, the World Health Organization says the risk to humans is low.

16 February 2023