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Society Government directive reminds prohibition of sharing details of minors in sexual abuse cases The Health Ministry issued a directive prohibiting the publication of any information that compromises the dignity of children in child sexual abuse cases, citing the Child Rights Protection Act and the Constitution. The Ministry said the measure aims to stop the disclosure of minors' private information across media platforms, though it did not specify a particular case. Adhadhu (English) 4 days ago Source

Health Maldives receives award recognizing efforts to strengthen primary health care system The Maldives Health Ministry received the Asia Pacific Action Alliance on Human Resources for Health (AAAH) Award for efforts to strengthen the country's primary healthcare system. The award was presented during the 14th AAAH Conference in Bali, Indonesia, and accepted by Director General of Health Services Dr. Ahmed Ashraf. 6 outlets 4 days ago Source

Health Lifestyle changes now essential amid rise in NCDs, says Health Minister Geela Health Minister Geela Ali said positive lifestyle changes can no longer be delayed as non-communicable diseases become increasingly prevalent, speaking at the opening of the Health and Family Expo 2026. The three-day expo features more than 60 exhibitors from hospitals, clinics, NGOs and regional healthcare institutions. 2 outlets 5 days ago Source

Health HDC showcases senior citizens programme at Health and Family Expo The Housing Development Corporation (HDC) is showcasing its Dhulhaheyo Israhvehin programme for senior citizens at the third Health and Family Expo, which opened at Hulhumalé Central Park on Thursday and runs until Saturday evening. The expo, organised by the Ministry of Health, features more than 60 stalls and was inaugurated by President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed. 5 outlets 6 days ago Source

Health Discussion held with Kuwait Fund officials for the development of Thaa Atoll Hospital Health Minister Geela Ali met officials of the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development to discuss a proposed 50-bed hospital in Thaa atoll Veymandoo and how the fund could support the Maldivian health sector. President Dr Mohamed Muizzu had earlier pledged during a visit to Veymandoo to develop the island's atoll hospital and improve services at the existing hospital. 9 outlets 3 Nov Source

Health Maldives Tertiary Hospitals Group formed, new board composed President Dr Mohamed Muizzu established the Maldives Tertiary Hospitals Group (MTHG) on 2 Nov, dissolving the governing boards of the Male' City Group of Hospitals and five additional hospitals. The President's Office announced an 18-member governing board that will manage 12 state-run tertiary health institutions under a hybrid centralized model. The Edition 3 Nov Source

Health Govt dissolves 6 hospital governing boards, establishes centralised management The government dissolved six hospital governing boards and established centralised management, with the President's Office saying the new MTHG governing board will operate under the Ministry of Health and report directly to President Muizzu. 5 outlets 3 Nov Source

Health High earners have a 15 percent co-payment for Aasandha The Ministry of Health announced that individuals earning more than MVR 60,000 per month will pay a 15 percent co-payment for medical treatment sought from places other than government hospitals, with collection starting next January. Certain professional groups are exempt, and President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu said the change would save MVR 287 million annually from the state budget. 4 outlets 31 Oct Source

Economy Budget 2027 sets aside MVR 10.2 billion for healthcare The proposed 2027 State Budget allocates MVR 10.2 billion to healthcare, presented to Parliament by Finance Minister Hassan Zareer. Planned measures include establishing a Maldives Tertiary Hospitals Group, centralised procurement of medical supplies through StatePharma, and expanded diagnostic, dental, cancer and maternal health services. 12 outlets 29 Oct Source

Politics If the public waits until 2028 to change this administration, a dark era will begin for education sector: Yaugoob Former Dhaandhoo MP Yaugoob Abdulla, speaking at an MDP rally, warned that delaying a change of administration until 2028 would begin a dark era for the Maldives' education sector. He alleged that a proposed bill would remove the requirement for a mental health professional on the Education Act board and criticised the referral of mental health issues to the Ministry of Islamic Affairs. Raajje (English) 29 Oct Source

Politics Parliament Committee Launches Broad Review to Reform State Health Insurance The Public Accounts Committee of the People's Majlis has begun a comprehensive review of the Maldives' health insurance framework, including the universal Aasandha scheme, after a petition sought cancellation of parliamentarians' special medical insurance packages. The committee resolved to conduct the study in consultation with the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Health, private insurers and major hospitals, and to notify the Petitions Committee of its inquiry. The Maldives Journal 26 Oct Source

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