Ministry of Health Samoa

19/06/2026

Passive Smoking Kills

17/06/2026

16/06/2026

The Ministry of Health successfully convened the Internal and External Stakeholder Validation Consultation for the National Health Accounts (NHA) Report FY2019/20–2020/21

This consultation was a vital step in ensuring the NHA findings are technically sound, endorsed by stakeholders, and ready to guide evidence-based policy and resource allocation

Day One (Internal Stakeholders): Ministry of Health divisions engaged in group discussions to validate expenditure categories, financing flows, and clarify data

Day Two (External Stakeholders): Partners and sector representatives collaborated to review findings, build consensus, and align priorities for different health initiatives, outreach programs and public health response initiatives.

14/06/2026

Samoa Launches Its First-Ever Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic:

On 10 June 2026, the Ministry of Health proudly marked a historic milestone with the official launch of Samoa's first-ever Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic, located on the ground floor of the Health Credentialing Centre at Moto'otua.

This important initiative is the result of a strong partnership between the Ministry of Health, the Kirby Institute of New South Wales, and funded by the Swire Group, all working together to strengthen cervical cancer prevention and women's health in Samoa.

The launch also introduced the Stay MALU (Mobilizing Advocacy for Lifesaving Upscreening) Campaign, Samoa's national health promotion campaign for cervical cancer prevention and screening. The campaign aims to encourage more Samoan women and tamaitai aged 30–65 years to undergo regular cervical screening, enabling early detection and treatment before cancer progresses to advanced stages.

This marks the beginning of a new era in cervical cancer prevention for Samoa. While the screening clinic is currently based at Moto'otua, there are plans to progressively expand services to district hospitals across the country in the coming years, ensuring greater access for women nationwide.

Samoa has already taken a significant step towards eliminating cervical cancer through the introduction of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine in 2021, protecting young girls against future cervical cancer. The Cervical Cancer Screening Programme complements this effort by focusing on adult women aged 30–65 years.

The launch ceremony was officiated by Rev. Efu Efu of the Congregational Christian Church of Samoa, Aai o Niue. The keynote address was delivered by the Associate Minister of Health, Hon. Motuopu'a Seve Henney Papali'i. The event was attended by representatives from the Kirby Institute, development partners, health sector partners, stakeholders, and Ministry of Health staff.

Together, we are taking action to protect the health and wellbeing of Samoan women and future generations.

Stay MALU. Stay Protected. Get Screened.

12/06/2026

Day 2 of the Gender Equality Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE)Integration and Action Planning 12th – June 2026 at Sheraton Hotel.

11/06/2026

Day 1 of the Workshop for key stakeholders from government ministries and NGOs on strengthening infodemic management and social listening for Gender Equality Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) Inclussive Risk Communication and Community Engagement, 11th – June 2026 at Sheraton Hotel.

10/06/2026

🌸Get Screened for Cervical Cancer at our new Cervical Screening Clinic located in Moto'otua, Ground Floor - MOH, Credential Building (WHO, Samoa Office Location).
🌸Contact 68100 ext 220, 68169, 7676230 for more information.
🌸Screening is FREE for all women!

05/06/2026

PRESS RELEASE❗️❗️❗️
𝑫𝑰𝑺𝑨𝑺𝑻𝑬𝑹 𝑨𝑫𝑽𝑰𝑺𝑶𝑹𝒀 𝑪𝑶𝑴𝑴𝑰𝑻𝑻𝑬𝑬 𝑵𝑨𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵𝑨𝑳 𝑬𝑴𝑬𝑹𝑮𝑬𝑵𝑪𝒀 𝑶𝑷𝑬𝑹𝑨𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵 𝑪𝑬𝑵𝑻𝑹𝑬

04/06/2026

The Ministry of Health extends its sincere appreciation to Mr. Pravish Kumar, Director of Pacific Specialist Healthcare (PSH), Fiji, for the timely and generous assistance provided to Samoa during a period of significant medicine shortages within the Ministry of Health.

In the past week, the Ministry of Health submitted an urgent request to Pacific Specialist Healthcare seeking assistance with the procurement and supply of critically needed medicines, particularly injectable medications essential for the delivery of healthcare services across the country.

The Ministry is pleased to acknowledge that within a week of the request, approximately half of the urgently needed supplies had already been delivered via air freight, with the remaining medicines expected to arrive in the coming weeks. This prompt response has greatly assisted the Ministry in addressing immediate supply challenges and ensuring the continuity of patient care.

This assistance further strengthens the partnership between Pacific Specialist Healthcare and the Government of Samoa. Earlier this year, an important Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between PSH and the Government of Samoa to facilitate access to specialized cardiac surgery services for Samoan patients at Pacific Specialist Healthcare in Fiji.

The Ministry of Health recognizes this latest gesture of support as a reflection of the strong commitment of Pacific Specialist Healthcare to regional healthcare collaboration and patient wellbeing. The provision of these emergency medicines comes at a particularly challenging time when medicine shortages remain one of the Ministry's most pressing concerns.

The Ministry conveys its heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Pravish Kumar and the entire team at Pacific Specialist Healthcare for their responsiveness, generosity, and continued partnership with Samoa's health sector. Such support demonstrates the importance of regional solidarity and cooperation in strengthening healthcare services and improving health outcomes for our people.

The Ministry looks forward to continuing its collaborative relationship with Pacific Specialist Healthcare for the benefit of the people of Samoa.