Ministry of Health (Brunei)
.png)
.jpg)
Ministry of Health (Brunei)
The Ministry of Health (MOH) is a government ministry in Brunei responsible for overseeing the country's healthcare system, public health, and medical services. The ministry plays a crucial role in ensuring the health and well-being of the population through various health policies, programs, and initiatives.
History[edit | edit source]
The Ministry of Health was established to provide comprehensive healthcare services to the citizens of Brunei. Over the years, it has evolved to meet the changing healthcare needs of the population, incorporating modern medical practices and technologies.
Functions[edit | edit source]
The Ministry of Health is tasked with several key functions, including:
- Developing and implementing national health policies and strategies.
- Regulating healthcare services and medical professionals.
- Promoting public health and preventive medicine.
- Managing public hospitals and healthcare facilities.
- Conducting health research and data collection.
- Providing health education and awareness programs.
Departments and Divisions[edit | edit source]
The Ministry of Health comprises various departments and divisions, each specializing in different aspects of healthcare. These include:
- Department of Medical Services
- Department of Public Health
- Department of Health Services
- Department of Dental Services
- Department of Nursing Services
- Department of Pharmaceutical Services
Healthcare Facilities[edit | edit source]
The Ministry of Health manages several healthcare facilities across Brunei, including:
- Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Saleha Hospital
- Suri Seri Begawan Hospital
- Pengiran Muda Mahkota Pengiran Muda Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah Hospital
- Jubli Perak Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Health Centre
Public Health Initiatives[edit | edit source]
The Ministry of Health undertakes various public health initiatives to improve the overall health of the population. These initiatives focus on areas such as:
- Disease prevention and control
- Maternal and child health
- Nutrition and dietetics
- Mental health
- Environmental health
Health Education and Promotion[edit | edit source]
The Ministry of Health places a strong emphasis on health education and promotion. It conducts campaigns and programs to raise awareness about healthy lifestyles, disease prevention, and the importance of regular medical check-ups.
See Also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
External Links[edit | edit source]
 | This Brunei Darussalam-related article is a stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it. |
 | This medical article is a stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it. |
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
