BY BEN BILUA
GIZO
THE 2025 National Health Conference officially kicks off today in Gizo, Western Province bringing together health officials and stakeholders from across the Solomon Islands.
Health representatives from all nine provinces, along with officials from the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS), are already on the ground, while more participants are expected to arrive today.
The program will begin with a parade from the western end of Gizo to the MSG building, where the official ceremony will take place.
Yesterday, officials who had already gathered in Gizo joined a joint opening prayer service at the South Seas Evangelical Church (SSEC), marking the spiritual start of the event.
A member of the local organising committee told Island Sun that preparations have gone according to plan.
“Our preparation began two months ago and we are hopeful that this program will run smoothly,” she said.
Western Province’s Director of Health and Medical Services, Dickson Boara, earlier described the National Health Conference as a flagship event of the MHMS, saying it plays a crucial role in shaping health policies and strengthening the country’s medical systems.
He adds that the conference provides an opportunity for decision-makers, practitioners, and development partners to work together in finding new strategies to improve health and medical service delivery across the Solomon Islands.
Boara said plenary sessions, workshops, and technical discussions will cover pressing national health issues, including improving rural health services, ensuring fair distribution of medical resources, and addressing the rising cases of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs).
“This is a huge opportunity for heads of health and medical services from across the country to share experiences, address challenges, and establish practical approaches to improve our health system,” Boara said.
He said the success of the conference will not only contribute to strengthening the nation’s health and medical services but will also demonstrate Gizo’s ability to host large-scale national events.
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