World Health Organization - WHO Seychelles

30/04/2026

In late 2025, World Health Organization (WHO) certified 🇸🇨 as having eliminated and , making it one of three sub-Sahara African countries to reach this milestone.

Read more about how the country achieved this landmark public health achievement:

Victoria—On a typical morning Norma Michaud-Payet, a nurse at English River health centre in Victoria, Seychelles’ capital, prepares for the day's immunization session. She checks the cold chain temperature log, reviews the appointment schedule and arranges immunization leaflets on her desk. Whe...

24/04/2026

🎥 African Vaccination Week 2026 is here!

This morning, Seychelles' Ministry of Health officially launched African Vaccination Week 2026 under the theme "For Every Generation, Vaccines Work."

The launch ceremony at the Sheikh Khalifa Auditorium was an opportunity to celebrate the country's strong immunization coverage, including the certification for measles and rubella elimination achieved last year, and to recognise the health professionals and partners who make it all possible.

Vaccines work.

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24/04/2026

Today marks the start of African Vaccination Week.

Immunization is a powerful tool that enables children to be healthy & thrive. Equal access to vaccines is key for people everywhere to reach their full potential!

Join us from April 24-30 for as we work to ensure immunization for all.

13/04/2026

Your health is inseparable from the health of animals, plants, and the environment.

That means you can take action: to protect yourself, your family and the ecosystems around you.

- take antibiotics only when prescribed
- vaccinate your pets
- buy food from authorized vendors
- use public transport — reduce pollution exposure
- wash hands after contact with animals
- protect water sources and dispose of waste safely
- stay informed through health authorities

These are not just lifestyle tips. They are One Health in practice.

09/04/2026

09/04/2026

Heat stress leads to health risks such as heatstroke, dehydration, kidney dysfunction, and neurological disorders.
Climate change is a health crisis.
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Together for Health. Stand with Science 💙

09/04/2026

The Ministry of Health Seychelles , in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), is conducting a four-day training on Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) for health professionals and surveyors from across the health system.

The training aims to build the capacity of participants to assess IPC practices across public and private health facilities in Seychelles, using standardised tools and approaches. Strong IPC systems are essential to preventing the spread of infections and ensuring the safety of both patients and healthcare workers.

Through technical sessions and field-based exercises, participants are strengthening their knowledge and practical skills to support a safer, more resilient health system for all Seychellois.

08/04/2026

🎉 Join us at the Anse Royale Fun Day! 🌿💙

Bring your friends and family for a day full of fun, activities, and healthy living!

📍 Anse Royale Sports Complex
📅 Saturday, 11th April 2026
⏰ 09:00am – 03:00pm

Don’t miss out — everyone is welcome! 🙌

08/04/2026

Human health is connected to the health of animals, plants and the environment around us.� When one is at risk, others are affected.

That is why approach brings different sectors together - governments, scientists, health workers, and communities - to act on risks before they become crises.

Healthier ecosystems. Healthier animals. Healthier people.

These are not separate goals. They are one goal.

Demand collaboration. Protect the systems that protect us.

07/04/2026

🌍💙 World Health Day 2026

Health is not built in hospitals alone. It starts in our homes, farms, schools, and communities.

This year's theme, "Together for Health. Stand with Science," puts the spotlight on "One Health", reminding us that the health of people, animals, plants, and the environment are all connected.

In Seychelles, that connection is real and visible every day. When we protect our ocean, our land, and our ecosystems, we protect ourselves too.

Let us trust science, support innovation, and work together for a healthier and more sustainable Seychelles for all. 🌊🌿

04/03/2026