The National Primary Health Care (PHC) Forum 2026 took place in Tsirang under the theme “Reimagining Primary Health Care for Universal Health Coverage.” The three-day forum commenc ...

Under the theme "Love Your Eyes—Every Story Counts," the National Medical Services, Ministry of Health, observed World Sight Day 2026 on 8 October 2026. The event was graced by the ...

Bhutan is on the verge of a major public health achievement—WHO certification of malaria elimination. Owing to decades of strong political leadership, the dedication of frontline h ...

Rabies used to be a serious public health threat in Bhutan, especially in the southern border districts. Now, the country is on the verge of a major achievement: eliminating dog-me ...

As global health challenges increasingly transcend national borders, effective diplomacy has never been more critical. The Ministry of Health, Bhutan, and WHO Bhutan jointly conven ...

Strengthening preparedness before emergencies occur is essential to protecting lives and health systems. Guided by the principle that preparedness today determines response tomorro ...

Every day, we hear about health emergencies unfolding around the world — and sometimes closer to home. The next pandemic is not a question of if, but when. Preparation is not optio ...

A two-day stakeholder engagement meeting on patient safety and quality of care began in Mongar to mark World Patient Safety Day 2025. Health leaders and experts reviewed progress, ...