FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs

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Recent News & Updates

Acting WHO Representative Dr. Josaia Tiko Pays Courtesy Visit to FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs

On September 26, 2024, Acting WHO Representative (WR) Dr. Josaia Tiko paid a courtesy visit to the FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs. Dr. Tiko was received by Acting Secretary Moses Pretrick and his staff, where they discussed ongoing collaborations and the support efforts provided by WHO to the Department. Dr. Tiko is serving as Acting WR for FSM, Palau, and RMI until December 2024, assisting with the transition of the WHO Office in Pohnpei from a Country Liaison Officer (CLO) to a WR office. The Department welcomes Acting WR Dr. Josaia Tiko to his new post within the FSM.

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UNFPA Pacific and FSM DHSA Courtesy Meeting on MCP7 Implementation

On September 19, 2024, UNFPA Pacific Resident Representative and Director, supported by the UNFPA-FSM team, had a courtesy meeting with FSM DHSA Acting Secretary Hon. Moses Pretrick and key department staff. The objective of the courtesy meeting is to strengthen partnership and collaboration between UNFPA and DHSA, discuss the implementation of MCP7 implementation, and explore how UNFPA can better tailor its support to FSM DHSA.

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1ST FSM PHARMACEUTICAL UNIT TECHNICAL COMMITTEE MEETING

The FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs, with support from the WHO, held the inaugural FSM Pharmaceutical Unit Technical Committee meeting in Chuuk on August 6-7, 2024. The gathering included pharmacists and representatives from various bodies and aimed to formalize the committee, elect officers, develop a workplan, review regulations for pharmaceutical licensing, and discuss a new nicotine delivery systems law. Originally scheduled for three days, the meeting successfully concluded in two, achieving all objectives. The Department and Committee thanked the WHO and Chuuk State Health Services for their support and hospitality.

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FSM Joined the Rest of the Pacific in High Level Discussions and Calls for More Investments in Gender Equality and Development

A high-level delegation from the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) participated in the 15th Triennial Conference of Pacific Women, the 8th Meeting of Pacific Ministers for Women, and the 2024 Pacific Islands Forum Women Leaders in Majuro, Republic of the Marshall Islands. These three distinct meetings were condensed into one week, with discussions centered on gender issues informed by regional and international policy frameworks aimed at advancing gender equality.

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Acting WHO Representative Dr. Josaia Tiko Pays Courtesy Visit to FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs

On September 26, 2024, Acting WHO Representative (WR) Dr. Josaia Tiko paid a courtesy visit to the FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs. Dr...

UNFPA Pacific and FSM DHSA Courtesy Meeting on MCP7 Implementation

On September 19, 2024, UNFPA Pacific Resident Representative and Director, supported by the UNFPA-FSM team, had a courtesy meeting with FSM DHSA Acting Secretary Hon...

1ST FSM PHARMACEUTICAL UNIT TECHNICAL COMMITTEE MEETING

The FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs, with support from the WHO, held the inaugural FSM Pharmaceutical Unit Technical Committee meeting in Chuuk on...

FSM Joined the Rest of the Pacific in High Level Discussions and Calls for More Investments in Gender Equality and Development

A high-level delegation from the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) participated in the 15th Triennial Conference of Pacific Women, the 8th Meeting of Pacific Ministers...

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