Health Protection Agency (HPA)

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A healthcare worker preparing to administer a shot.

Seven measles cases and 74 contacts identified so far this year

Despite the Maldives being certified as a measles-free country, two cases have recently been detected in Malé. Consequently, any individual exhibiting symptoms of measles, particularly those presenting with a red skin rash, is advised to consult a doctor immediately.

Two cases of measles detected in Malé, a disease that had previously been eradicated in Maldives

Hantavirus is transmitted to humans by rodents.

Risk of Hantavirus in Maldives is extremely low: HPA

Memos are being issued for medical consultations. The Health Protection Agency (HPA) reports that dengue cases are currently on the rise across the entire Maldives.

Dengue cases on the rise: Nearly 3,000 cases reported across the atolls so far this year, says HPA

Muli Regional Hospital has reported a significant surge in dengue fever cases across the island. Information indicates that the disease is currently spreading rapidly within the community.

17-year-old dies of dengue in Muli as hospital reveals use of expired testing kits!

A mosquito feeds on human blood. | Getty Images

Public urged to remain vigilant as reported dengue cases rise

Ahmed Nasir, Director at the Health Protection Agency (HPA), speaks during a press conference held at the President's Office on Thursday. | RaajjeMV

Successful anti-tobacco initiatives last year led to more than 300 individuals quitting the habit: HPA

People traveling in a pickup truck use umbrellas to shield themselves from the intense heat: HPA has urged the public to take necessary precautions as the "feels-like" temperature has surged above 35 degrees Celsius. | Mihaaru

Authorities urge precautionary measures as temperatures soar across the Maldives

In response to the spread of tuberculosis in Malaysia, the Health Protection Agency (HPA) is currently conducting a risk assessment to evaluate potential health threats to Maldivians residing in or traveling to the country. | RaajjeMV

Maldives initiates risk assessment following surge in TB cases in Malaysia

Students of Kalaafaanu School undergo screening as part of the national student health screening program (File Photo) | IGMH

Infectious diseases spread significantly across Maldives last month, more than 7,000 cases of diarrhea reported in the Greater Male' area alone

Air quality deteriorates in the Greater Male' Area | RaajjeMV

Severe weather conditions hit Maldives; heavy haze expected to affect northern and central atolls over the next four days, public urged to remain vigilant

A medical staff member moves through a hospital corridor | Getty Images

Gastroenteritis cases on the rise: HPA

Health warning for tobacco products: HPA has given six more months to enforce health warning labels on tobacco products

HPA extends tobacco health warning enforcement deadline

MMS says the air quality across the Maldives' region is expected to remain significantly poor over the next five days

Hazardous haze triggers red alert as HPA issues health warning

Haze and smoke cloak the Greater Malé Region

Maldives experiences hazardous air pollution levels; public urged to use masks, take precautionary measures

National Migrant Health Policy Launching Ceremony

National Migrant Health Policy unveiled