Bringing Doctors to the People: Tambul DDA Invests in Mobile Health
Tambul-Nebilyer DDA CEO Mr Philip Talpa (second from left) handing over the keys of the new Suzuki Jimny 5-door to WHPHA, received by Dr Maddison Dat over the weekend at Alkena, Tambul-Nebilyer District. In a move toward supporting the WHPHA strengthening rural healthcare delivery, the TambulNebilyer District Development Authority (DDA) has donated a brand-new Suzuki […]
Western Highlands PHA Leads Fight against Cervical Cancer
Women gathered for screenings and check-ups at the Cancer Clinic, Mt Hagen Provincial Hospital. The Western Highlands Provincial Health Authority (WHPHA) is leading the fight against cervical cancer by implementing Papua New Guinea’s first comprehensive elimination program, focusing on the country’s most prevalent cancer among women. In PNG, cervical cancer claims more than 2,000 lives […]
WHPHA Delivers Breast Cancer Awareness to Highlander Hotel Staff
Highlander Hotel staff and Team WHPHA pose for a group photo after the Breast Cancer Awareness session In honor of World Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Western Highlands Provincial Health Authority (WHPHA) held a series of educational sessions for the staff at Highlander Hotel on Friday (October 10th, 2025). The aim of these sessions was […]
Western Highlands Eye Care Team Highlights Vision Awareness on World Sight Day
Dr Wahamu engages with the staff of Sir Mara Haus In a world where screens dominate our daily routines, eye health often takes a back seat. Recognizing this, WHPHA hosted a free eye clinic last Thursday (October 9th, 2025) for public servants at the Sir Mara Haus (Provincial Government Headquarters) to mark World Sight Day. […]
World Mental Health Day Awareness at Highlander Hotel
Highlander hotel staff listening attentively to WHPHA staff giving awareness messages and presentations at Highlander Hotel Pool Side conference room World Mental Health Day was observed last Tuesday with an impactful initiative by the Western Highlands Provincial Health Authority (WHPHA), which brought mental health education and support directly to the staff of the Highlander Hotel. […]
Mt Hagen Hospital Observes World Heart Day
A nursing officer delivers a health talk to a patient at Pope’s Oval, during World Heart Day Every year on 29th September, the world comes together to raise awareness about heart health. This year’s theme, Don’t Miss a Beat, reminds us to make every moment count by choosing healthy habits that protect our hearts and […]
Cataract Team Restores Sight to 58 Patients in Baiyer
Marian Kerai, glowing in her white gown, poses with Dr. Wahamu and the dedicated eye surgical team following a successful cataract procedure In a recent six-day outreach from September 8th to 13th, 2025, the Eye Cataract Team from Mt. Hagen Provincial Hospital successfully restored sight to 58 individuals at Tinsley Baptist Rural Hospital in Baiyer. […]
WHO Regional Director Visits Mt Hagen Provincial Hospital to boost Polio Response and Primary Health Care
Dr. Saia Mau Piukala greets WHPHA Acting CEO Jane Holden Mt Hagen Provincial Hospital welcomed a high-level delegation yesterday, September 02nd, 2025, led by Dr. Saia Mau Piukala, the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for the Western Pacific. The visit aimed to strengthen the province’s response to the recent polio outbreak and highlight the […]
WHPHA Staff graduate from Records Management Course
WHPHA Staff, Ms. Paula John receives her certificate Twenty-two staff members from the Western Highlands Provincial Health Authority (WHPHA) have completed a two-week Records Management short course, marking a significant milestone in their professional development. The graduation ceremony took place last Thursday in the WHPHA Training Room, where participants received certificates of completion from the […]
New Radiology Department set to be built in Mt Hagen Provincial Hospital
Mr Koim (in excavator) in a group photo with hospital officials and government representatives after the event. In a vital stride toward boosting diagnostic services, the Mt Hagen Provincial Hospital hosted a small yet significant ground-breaking ceremony for a new Radiology Department. A ground-breaking ceremony was held last Friday (August 29th, 2025) to celebrate the […]