~ HEATH MINISTER VISITS CHILDREN’S OUTPATIENT CLINIC AND WARD ~
Health Minister Michael Malabag was impressed with the cleanliness of the Port Moresby General Hospital when he visited the children’s outpatient clinic, children’s emergency department and the ward...
View Article~ Weekly Health Advice from PMGH – Cholera – Part 1 of 3 ~
Welcome to another health update from the Port Moresby General Hospital this week we are focusing on cholera. How is it transmitted, what symptoms should you look out for and the importance prevention....
View Article~ Weekly Health Advice from PMGH – Cholera – Part 2 of 3 ~
Missed part 1 on Cholera? Head to the PMGH Facebook timeline and scroll down. Diagnosis and Treatment If you think you may have been exposed to cholera, it is important to see a doctor immediately....
View Article~ Weekly Health Advice from PMGH – Cholera – Part 3 of 3 ~
When Should You Wash Your Hands? – Before, during, and after preparing food – Before eating food – Before and after caring for someone who is sick – Before and after treating a cut or wound – After...
View Article~ PMGH HAS NEW CHILDREN’S EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT ~
Port Moresby General Hospital has converted some of its Children’s Outpatient Clinic into a Children’s Emergency Department. Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Grant. R. Muddle, said the facility was...
View Article~ Weekly Health Advice from PMGH – Zinc and the Body – Part 2 of 3 ~
Health Benefits of Zinc (University of Maryland Medical Centre) Acne: Some studies suggest that taking oral zinc supplements may help improve acne. However, most studies used a high dose of zinc that...
View Article~ Weekly Health Advice from PMGH – Zinc and the Body – Part 3 of 3 ~
Zinc Deficiency and Supplementation If Zinc deficiency is suspected its important to talk to your doctor. In diagnosing a zinc deficiency, your doctor may require a blood test a full medical history...
View ArticleWeekly Health Advice from PMGH – Tuberculosis. Get Tested. Get Treated – Part...
Welcome to another health update from the Port Moresby General Hospital. This week we are focusing on TB, how is TB transmitted? What are the symptoms? Why is it important to seek treatment? What is...
View Article~ PMGH Takes Security Seriously ~
The Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH) holds the topic of safety of its staff, patients, visitors, equipment and infrastructure very seriously in delivering health care services. Chief Executive...
View Article~ Weekly Health Advice from PMGH – Tuberculosis. Get Tested. Get Treated –...
TB Treatment If your doctor has confirmed that you have TB it is important to take the full course of medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor even if you feel better; this is crucial to protect...
View Article~ BSP ICARE Group visits post-natal ward 11 ~
The Bank of South Pacific ICARE Group visited the post-natal ward 11 of the Port Moresby General Hospital and presented gifts to mothers and their babies last Thursday 22nd September 2016. Team...
View Article~ PMGH Receives Book Donations from TEMIS Community ~
The TEMIS Community generously donated children’s books to the Port Moresby General Hospital last month during the Early Learning Centre and Ela Murray Book week. These books with go into the...
View Article~ Weekly Health Advice from PMGH – Don’t Ignore Depression – Part 1 of 3 ~
Welcome to another health update from the Port Moresby General Hospital, this week we are focusing on depression. Depression is treatable and should never be ignored. If you think you may be...
View Article~ Weekly Health Advice from PMGH – Don’t Ignore Depression – Part 2 of 3 ~
Types of Depression Beyond Blue Australia: There are different types of depressive disorders. Symptoms can range from relatively minor (but still disabling) through to very severe, so it’s helpful to...
View Article~ Weekly Health Advice from PMGH – Don’t Ignore Depression – Part 3 of 3 ~
Treatment for Depression Depression should never be ignored. If you think you may be suffering from depression, it is important to see your doctor. While there is no proven way to treat depression,...
View Article~ Port Moresby General Hospital receives container donation of medical...
The Port Moresby General Hospital received a generous container donation of medical equipment shipped from the USA to help support the Maternal and Child Health Programs of the hospital. The medical...
View Article~ OOH Patient has first child ~
Anna Morris, a patient of Operation Open Heart (OOH) in 2009, gave birth to a baby girl Thursday 22nd at the Port Moresby General Hospital. This beautiful event, may not have occurred without the...
View Article~ September – Heart Felt Program ~
This September’s Heart Felt program at the Port Moresby General Hospital came alive with a dance performance from a group of young men called Izzy Bounce from Gerehu and a fashion parade featuring the...
View Article~ Weekly Health Advice from PMGH – The Health Benefits of Being Physically...
Welcome to another health update from the Port Moresby General Hospital this week we are focusing on the health benefits of being physically active. Get moving for better health. Physical Activity and...
View Article~ Weekly Health Advice from PMGH – The Health Benefits of Being Physically...
The Benefits of Physical Activity on your Health Centre’s for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – Regular physical activity can help: Control Your Weight: Looking to get to or stay at a healthy...
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