VHA Refresher Training
A VHA receives Flex Cards, courtesy of World Vision A total of 106 Village Health Assistants (VHAs) from across Western Highlands Province’s four districts have completed a comprehensive refresher training recently, reaffirming their commitment to delivering frontline health care in their respective communities. The volunteers, most of whom are women with only 7 males, have […]
WHPHA bids farewell to 45 retirees
Retiree (Michael Atep) standing between WHPHA’s acting CEO Jane Holden (left) and Director of Nursing Services Sr. Janet Yamu Western Highlands Provincial Health Authority bids farewell to 45 dedicated public servants In a heartfelt ceremony recently, the Western Highlands Provincial Health Authority (WHPHA) celebrated and honoured 45 retirees who have dedicated 1448 years, an incredible […]
World Menstrual Hygiene Day and World Nutrition Day Celebration
Students doing role plays on healthy and unhealthy foods Double celebration of World Menstrual Hygiene and Nutrition Day – sparks change and empowers young minds. Four schools in the Nebilyer area of Western Highlands Province, Kuga Pabrabuk Primary, Kuga Elementary, Pabrabuk Elementary and Papikola PNG Bible Church ACE Schools, came together recently to mark World […]
Kelua SDA Donates to Mt Hagen Hospital
Pastors, Elders and Mothers from the Kelua 2 SDA Church gather for a group photo in front of the hospital Theatre unit The Mt Hagen Provincial Hospital received an extraordinary gesture of generosity last Sunday when the Kelua 2 Seventh-Day Adventist Church, donated a huge amount of food supplies to its kitchen. Arriving in their […]
Commemoration of World Hypertension Day
Ms. Freda Pyanyo, Deputy Director for Public Health in Yellow Shirt, raising awareness among the Public in Mt Hagen, Western Highlands Province It is important to take care of our health as it can enable us to perform well in all aspects of life. This was said during World Hypertension Day last Friday when the […]
Sr. Edith Namba’s recognition on the Global stage – A testament to dedication and Care
Sr Edith Namba Western Highlands Provincial Health Authority (WHPHA) stands proud as one of our own, Sr. Edith Namba, a senior nurse and Deputy Director for Clinical Nursing Services, has secured a top 10 finalist position in the prestigious Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2025. Her leadership and excellence in patient care have earned global recognition, […]
Nurses in the Western Highlands Province celebrate International Nurses Day
Nurses parading in Mt Hagen Town In a profession that demands resilience, empathy, and tireless devotion, nurses from across the four districts of Western Highlands Province proved once again this year that their strength is the backbone of their province. Last Friday, the Mt Hagen Provincial Hospital nurses paraded to town to mark International Nurses […]
Imported Chicken Cocktail disposal
WHPHA Health Inspectors pose for a group photo with representatives from provincial agencies including NAQIA, Customs, Immigration, and Mt. Hagen City Authority, during the loading of the 178 cartons of chicken cocktails, which were prepared for disposal. Imports of fresh and frozen chicken products from abroad have been banned for sale in shops since 2023 […]
Celebration of World Malaria Day and World Immunization Week
The WHPHA Health Team pose for a group photo after raising awareness for World Malaria Day and World Immunization Week Two weeks ago, Mt Hagen City was buzzing with excitement as our Public Health Team in collaboration with the City Pharmacy Ltd to celebrate World Malaria Day and World Immunization Week. This year’s theme for […]
Electronic monitoring of medical drugs supplies
