A ceremony to mark Myanmar Traditional Medicine Practitioners’ Day, which falls on the full moon day of Tabaung, was held in Nay Pyi Taw on Wednesday.

Union Minister for Health Professor Dr. Thet Khaing Win attended the event, and delivered the opening speech. He said the day honors the efforts and contributions of traditional medicine practitioners who have cared for the health of the people.

He highlighted the importance of preserving traditional medical knowledge, passing it on to younger generations, promoting research, and integrating traditional medicine with modern healthcare to strengthen the public health system. Officials explained the background and significance of celebrating the day. During the ceremony, senior traditional medicine practitioners were honored with gifts, and awards were presented to outstanding practitioners and trainees.

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Union Minister for Health, Dr. Thet Khaing Win, received Mr. Arnaud de Baecque , Resident Representative of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), and his delegation at the Union Minister's Reception Hall of the Ministry in Nay Pyi Taw on February 24th.

During the meeting, they had a cordial and open exchange of views on matters including ongoing collaborative healthcare activities between the Ministry of Health and the ICRC, technical support provision for the Ministry of Health's rehabilitation departments, including the Prosthetics Workshop at the National Rehabilitation Hospital in Yangon, the conduct of emergency healthcare training courses, and the work programs for continued collaboration between the Ministry and the ICRC during the year 2026. Responsible officials from the Ministry of Health also attended the meeting, it’s reported.

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On the evening of February 24, Shan State Chief Minister U Aung Aung, accompanied by the State Ministers and other officials, conducted a field inspection of the People’s Hospital and special reforestation sites in Yat Sauk .

The Chief Minister and officials toured the hospital’s X-ray room, staff housing, the laboratory, the Tuberculosis (TB) department.

The Medical Superintendent of Yat Sauk People’s Hospital provided a detailed briefing on hospital operations. The Chief Minister instructed that cleanliness and maintenance activities must be carried out every Saturday. He coordinated the necessary requirements for the hospital’s operations and presented cash of honor for the hospital, which was accepted by the Medical Superintendent.

The Chief Minister and officials, then proceeded to the Special Greenery Plantation located west of the Officer Training School in the Ba Htoo military station.

The Director of the State Forest Department provided an overview of the special plantation project at the briefing hall.

The Chief Minister inspected the thriving existing plantations and visited the designated sites for additional planting during the upcoming 2026 monsoon season.

Afterward, the Chief Minister and officials visited the Pein Chaung Dam located within the Ba Htoo military station. An official from the State Irrigation and Water Utilization Management Department provided a technical briefing regarding the dam's status and water management capabilities, it’s reported.

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Shan State Chief Minister U Aung Aung, accompanied by officials, visited the State Sports Training Hall in Taunggyi to observe the free healthcare services being provided to retired civil servants under the guidance of the Shan State Government on February 24. During the visit, the Chief Minister offered words of encouragement and distributed foodstuffs.

The Chief Minister and party observed medical specialists from Sao San Tun General Hospital and the Women and Children's Hospital providing comprehensive care. The medical services included general medicine, ophthalmology (eye care), dental and oral health, obstetrics and gynecology and pediatrics.

Additionally, the Chief Minister and officials inspected the opening of summer basic sports training courses and provided words of encouragement to the participants.

Under the guidance of the Shan State Government, welfare programs are being implemented for retirees on their pension withdrawal days. Each retiree is eligible to purchase edible palm oil at a rate of 1.5 viss (approx. 2.45 kg) and rice at a rate of 8 pyi (approx. 17 kg). The State Livestock Breeding and Veterinary Department, in collaboration with the Shan State Livestock Federation, facilitated the sale of eggs at fair prices. The Chief Minister cordially greeted the retirees and oversaw these sales operations.

Free healthcare services for retired civil servants are scheduled to be provided monthly, starting from the pension disbursement date on the 21st until the end of the month.

Afterward, the Chief Minister and officials visited the Myanma Economic Bank to observe retirees withdrawing their pensions, where he cordially greeted and encouraged the senior retirees, it’s reported.

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Union Minister for Electric Power, U Nyan Tun, attended the opening ceremony of the Pre-Job Training Course for Executive Engineers (Mechanical/Electrical) No. (1/2026) of the Ministry of Electric Power, held on the morning of February 23rd at the Nay Pyi Taw Central Training School.

He also attended a ceremony for a free health check-up and health awareness talk, organized in collaboration between the Ministry of Electric Power and the Ministry of Health, held at the Yay Ywar Hall, Office No. (27). At the opening ceremony of the Pre-Job Training Course for Executive Engineers, the Union Minister delivered an address.

He stated that this course, which includes study tours, will be conducted over a period of three weeks for Executive Engineers (Mechanical/Electrical) serving in various departments under the administration of the Department of Electric Power Transmission and Control. He mentioned that during the training period, the trainees will study management, finance, materials management, and engineering subjects.

He emphasized that the trainees need to build their own capabilities and skills by continuing to study technical books based on the subjects taught in the course and by collaborating with experienced engineers etc. In the afternoon, the Union Minister attended the event featuring free dental care, general health check-ups and treatments, and a health awareness talk for ministry staff and their families.

This was held under the collaborative programme between the Ministry of Electric Power and the Ministry of Health at the Yay Ywar Hall, Office No. (27). At the event, Dr. Zayyar Win, Director of the Department of Medical Service from the Nay Pyi Taw 1000-Bed General Hospital under the Ministry of Health, gave a talk titled "Seeking Ways for Longevity and Good Health." Professor Dr. Phyo Thiha, Senior Physician, provided health education regarding obesity. Following these health awareness presentations, Union Minister U Nyan Tun delivered words of thanks and presented commemorative gifts to the senior doctors, it’s reported.

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A coordination meeting regarding the health indicators that must be achieved by the year 2030 under the Ministry of Health was held at the Ministry of Health meeting hall, Office No. (4), Nay Pyi Taw on February 23.

The Union Minister for Health, Dr. Thet Khaing Win, delivered the opening address. In his opening address, the Union Minister stated that the upcoming five-year period is crucial for achieving the health-related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) among the global Sustainable Development Goals to be reached by 2030, and for increasing the life expectancy of the population.

Therefore, it is necessary to systematically implement strategies and work processes. He emphasized that implementation must be regularly monitored, supervised, and reviewed. As the Ministry had been able to effectively fulfill the basic requirements for healthcare services to a certain extent over the past five years, the Ministry must now plan and arrange what is necessary for the next five years to achieve its main objectives: ensuring everyone has access to quality healthcare services and reducing the out-of-pocket expenses borne by the public for their health.

Following this, Dr. Than Naing Soe, Deputy Director-General of the Public Health Department, presented an explanation regarding the health indicators targeted for 2030, covering the current indicator results in Myanmar and the work plans required to meet the 2030 targets.

Subsequently, the Directors-General from respective departments supplemented the discussion on the work to be carried out moving forward. The Directors of Public Health and Medical Services from Regions and States also presented and discussed the indicator results achieved in their respective regions and states, as well as the current implementation status for meeting the 2030 targets, It is reported.

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The Central Committee on Private Health Services held its meeting at the Ministry of Health in Nay Pyi Taw on Thursday. Committee Chairman, Union Minister for Health Professor Dr. Thet Khaing Win attended the meeting and make opening remarks.

The Union Minister said the Ministry of Health is working to ensure balanced and systematic development of private hospitals and clinics alongside public hospitals. He noted that licenses are issued without delay if applications meet the requirements set by the Law Relating to Private Health Care Services, its bylaws and regulations.

He also emphasized strict supervision of hospital construction according to approved designs and legal action against businesses that fail to follow licensing rules. To ensure safe and reliable private healthcare services for the public, the 2026 amendment to the Law Relating to Private Health Care Services has been enacted to strengthen inspection and regulation, including private medical training schools and outpatient surgical services.

Policies are also being implemented to effectively utilize healthcare human resources in the private sector. The meeting discussed updates on the development of private health services, new license applications, and special cases.

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Tanintharyi Region Chief Minister U Myat Ko, accompanied by the Regional Minister for Natural Resources and concerned officials, inspected health care services for eye patients at Kawthaung General Hospital on Friday.

During the visit, the Chief Minister emphasized the Region Government’s commitment to ensuring smooth and effective treatment for patients. He instructed officials to place special emphasis on necessary medical care, the availability of full surgical equipment and coordination with ophthalmologists to enhance treatment services.

He also coordinated with relevant authorities to carry out repairs to the hospital’s eye ward. The Chief Minister and party later oversaw the construction of a two-storey reinforced concrete building for the Kawthaung District Environmental Conservation Department office. He instructed officials to ensure the project is completed on time and in line with quality standards.

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Union Minister for Health Dr. Thet Khaing Win met Mr. Thushara Fernando,  WHO Representative to Myanmar, who completed his assignment in Myanmar at the Ministry in Nay Pyi Taw on Friday.

During the meeting, they cordially discussed cooperation between the Ministry and WHO in providing health care services and further cooperation of WHO in Myanmar.

The opening ceremony for the Maternity Ward belonging to the Rakhine State Maternal and Child Welfare Supervisory Committee was held in the morning of February 18 in front of the new building. The event was attended by Rakhine State Chief Minister U Htein Lin and his wife, Daw Swe Swe Myat (Patron of the State Maternal and Child Welfare Supervisory Committee), along with the State Chief Justice, members of the State Government, the Chairperson and members of the Supervisory Committee, departmental officials, and invited guests.

During the ceremony, Patron of the State Maternal and Child Welfare Supervisory Committee Daw Swe Swe Myat expressed her deep gratitude to the Rakhine State Government for their support in successfully reconstructing and opening this new association-owned maternity ward.

The building was officially inaugurated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony by Chief Minister U Htein Lin, Patron Daw Swe Swe Myat, the Chairperson of the State Maternal and Child Welfare Supervisory Committee, and other officials, followed by a collective documentary photo session.

Following the ribbon-cutting, attendees sprinkled scented water on the Myanmar Maternal and Child Welfare Association emblem and signboard, toured and inspected the new maternity ward facilities, presented cash of honor to the students drum and bugle corps, pom-pom dance group, and aerobics team who participated in the opening ceremony.

In the afternoon, Chief Minister U Htein Lin attended a coordination meeting on the implementation and completion status of projects funded by the 2025–2026 Fiscal Year Rakhine State budget, covering both ordinary and capital expenditures, held at the State Government Office, it’s reported.

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