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When People Ate People, A Strange Disease Emerged

(6 days ago) WEBIn 1962, a local leader in the Eastern Highlands of Papua New Guinea asks Fore men to stop the sorcery that he believes is killing women and children. Most of the world didn't know anyone lived in

https://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2016/09/06/482952588/when-people-ate-people-a-strange-disease-emerged

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Papua New Guineans, genetically isolated for 50,000 years, carry

(6 days ago) WEBIn the new study, published April 30 in the journal Nature Communications, scientists analyzed the genomes of 54 highlanders from Mount Wilhelm who lived between 7,500 and 8,900 feet (2,300 and

https://www.livescience.com/health/genetics/papua-new-guineans-genetically-isolated-for-50000-years-carry-denisovan-genes-that-help-their-immune-system-study-suggests

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Kuru: unravelling the mystery disease that left entire Papua New

(6 days ago) WEBVillage huts in Goroka, Eastern Highlands province, Papua New Guinea. Photograph: Wirestock/Getty Images. New research led by the unit and published this week in the American Journal of Human

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/mar/24/tremors-before-death-unravelling-the-mystery-disease-that-left-entire-papua-new-guinean-villages-without-women

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Papua New Guinea Covid-19: Mistrust fuels crisis as infections rise

(6 days ago) WEBBBC, Sydney. In the dense fog of Covid-19 misinformation in Papua New Guinea (PNG) lurk deeply embedded beliefs in witchcraft. As Australia's nearest neighbour battles with what experts say is an

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-56926131

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Papua New Guinea tackles the threat of COVID-19 with an all-of

(5 days ago) WEBPapua New Guinea (PNG) is taking the threat of the pandemic seriously with an all-of-government approach in strengthening the country’s health system and engaging communities to keep them safe from the virus. “We know that about 15% of COVID-19 cases will need some form of hospital care. If 10,000 people get sick – that’s about 1,500

https://www.who.int/news-room/feature-stories/detail/papua-new-guinea-tackles-the-threat-of-covid-19-with-an-all-of-government-approach

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WHO Papua New Guinea World Health Organization

(4 days ago) WEBWHO's primary role is to direct international health within the United Nations' system and to lead partners in global health responses. Papua New Guinea: WHO and Japanese Government join together to enhance COVID-19 response Papua New Guinea successfully completed polio vaccination during COVID-19. Photo stories. …

https://www.who.int/papuanewguinea

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First review of Papua New Guinea health system highlights need …

(7 days ago) WEBThe HiT is an independent evaluation of the entire national health system that can be used by academics, development partners and government officials from all departments to provide advice to policy makers about how the Papua New Guinea health system can be improved for the future. “This is the first HiT produced for PNG.

https://www.who.int/papuanewguinea/news/detail/28-02-2019-first-review-of-papua-new-guinea-health-system-highlights-need-for-stronger-health-system

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On a mission to cut Papua New Guinea’s high levels of - UN News

(4 days ago) WEBOn a mission to cut Papua New Guinea’s high levels of sexual violence. Peer educators from the Family Health Association distribute condoms and sexual and reproductive health information at Kokopo markets, East New Britain. Nearly 60 per cent of women and girls aged 15-49 in Papua New Guinea have experienced some form of …

https://news.un.org/en/story/2022/05/1117642

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Strengthening access to healthcare in Papua New Guinea

(8 days ago) WEBStrengthening access to healthcare in Papua New Guinea. 08 August 2022. Together with the World Bank, UNOPS has opened three new digital X-ray facilities to aid in the early prevention, diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis. Previously, patients from across the National Capital District would be referred to Port Moresby General Hospital

https://www.unops.org/news-and-stories/news/strengthening-access-to-healthcare-in-papua-new-guinea

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Illuminating the local: Stories of health in Papua New Guinea

(3 days ago) WEBAbout 12 months ago, Mr Wep Kanawi (Director of the PNG National AIDS Council) told a story about health in Papua New Guinea. He was talking to a symposium at Deakin University on the present and future of PNG . His story however was as much about the past, as it was about the future.

https://devpolicy.org/illuminating-the-local-stories-of-health-in-papua-new-guinea/

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Breaking taboos to tackle health issues Papua New Guinea

(1 days ago) WEBBreaking taboos to tackle health issues. Tuesday, November 3, 2020. Link for sharing. “Teenagers these days are affected with so many issues, and we have to be able to communicate clearly on issues about our bodies, so they understand and abstain from doing things they’re not supposed to do”, says Theresa. When she was young, …

https://www.wvi.org/stories/papua-new-guinea/breaking-taboos-tackle-health-issues

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Mothers give birth once again at Togoba Health Centre

(5 days ago) WEBMaggy is among the first group of mothers who have been able to deliver their babies once again at Toboga Health Center in Western Highlands Province, Papua New Guinea (PNG). Until recently the Health Centre was not able to offer the service because it had no safe water or proper sanitation. The health Centre’s water and …

https://www.unicef.org/png/stories/mothers-give-birth-once-again-togoba-health-centre

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Restoring ocean health in a Papua New Guinea coastal community

(Just Now) WEBThis piece was originally published by WWF-Asia Pacific Exposure. Jack Sagumai studied marine biology and made it his life’s purpose to restore the ocean’s health. He grew up in a coastal community in Papua New Guinea and now works with WWF and community members to collect scientific data on sharks and rays in the area.

https://www.worldwildlife.org/stories/restoring-ocean-health-in-a-papua-new-guinea-coastal-community

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Papua New Guinea facing horror levels of HIV infections

(1 days ago) WEBPapua New Guinea recorded its worst ever number of HIV infections in 2022, and is bracing for even higher figures when data for 2023 is released. The National Aids Council Secretariat's acting director Tony Lupiwa said in 2022 PNG had a record 6500 cases or about 18 new HIV infections each day. He said there were a number of factors.

https://www.rnz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/504042/papua-new-guinea-facing-horror-levels-of-hiv-infections

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Village volunteer's contribution towards healthier communities

(6 days ago) WEBThe Caring for Nutrition (CFN) project was initiated in July 2017 to assist the Government of Papua New Guinea to reduce maternal, child survival and undernutrition challenges faced by women and children in PNG with funding support from the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP) through the PNG-Australia Partnership.

https://www.wvi.org/stories/papua-new-guinea/village-volunteers-contribution-towards-healthier-communities

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The threads that bind: How bilum-weaving in Papua New Guinea …

(1 days ago) WEBAs noted by Ms. Jaukae, older women in Papua New Guinea society are sometimes subject to ostracization and discrimination by society. UNFPA advocates for the strengthening of the Papua New Guinea health system to support them and the rest of the country’s small but growing population of people over 65.

https://asiapacific.unfpa.org/en/news/threads-bind-how-bilum-weaving-papua-new-guinea-tells-stories-lives-women-and-girls

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Community Leaders in NCD Leading the Way Papua New Guinea …

(8 days ago) WEBThe project aims to support the Government of Papua New Guinea’s response to the COVID-19 surge in cases while simultaneously supporting the implementation of the National Vaccination Roll-Out Plan. World Vision’s MRAC is partnering with Provincial Health Authorities in NCD, Madang, Morobe, and Western …

https://www.wvi.org/stories/papua-new-guinea/community-leaders-ncd-leading-way

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Papua New Guinea urged to get behind COVID-19 vaccine and …

(8 days ago) WEBPapua New Guinea urged to get behind COVID-19 vaccine and other measures. More than 121,000 people have had a COVID-19 vaccination so far and a respected physician is urging everyone in Papua New Guinea, especially health workers, to protect themselves by being vaccinated and following Niupela Pasin guidelines.

https://www.who.int/westernpacific/news-room/feature-stories/item/papua-new-guinea-urged-to-get-behind-covid-19-vaccine-and-other-measures

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Health UNICEF Papua New Guinea

(4 days ago) WEBDespite considerable economic growth over the past decade, Papua New Guinea remains one of the poorest performing countries in the East Asia Pacific region. The country’s health system is fragile with poor health and immunization outcomes. With an under-five mortality rate of 57 per 1000 live births, an estimated 15,400 children or one in 13

https://www.unicef.org/png/what-we-do/health

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Breaking the Barrier: Gender Equality in Papua New Guinea’s …

(2 days ago) WEBPapua New Guinea grapples with gender inequality in its health sector, where women, despite comprising over 50% of the health sector workforce, face barriers in decision-making and endure increasing levels of gender-based violence. Gender disparity remains a challenge in PNG and is a barrier to social development. The Australian …

https://www.postcourier.com.pg/breaking-the-barrier/

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Stories Papua New Guinea

(8 days ago) WEBSafety and Health; Industry Partners; COVID19 - Travel Advice; FAQS; Find Travel Agents Near You. Stories. Stories. Story Categories. Story Categories; Category 1; Fun and Learning at POM Nature Park. By Elizabeth Makis Port Moresby Nature Park is one of Papua New Guinea’s most visited attractions, receiving over 145,000 visitors

https://papuanewguinea.travel/stories/

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Districts make health a priority - Post Courier

(4 days ago) WEBThe Papua New Guinea National Health Plan 2021-2030 (NHP 2021-2030) envisions ‘a healthy and prosperous nation where health and well-being are enjoyed by all’. The five key results areas (KRA) in this plan based on successes and lessons identified in the implementation of NHP 2010-2020are:

https://www.postcourier.com.pg/districts-make-health-a-priority/

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Evaluation of an obstetric and neonatal care upskilling program for

(4 days ago) WEB60% of women in Papua New Guinea (PNG) give birth unsupervised and outside of a health facility, contributing to high national maternal and perinatal mortality rates. We evaluated a practical, hospital-based on-the-job training program implemented by local health authorities in PNG between 2013 and 2019 aimed at addressing this …

https://bmcpregnancychildbirth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12884-024-06531-x

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Papua New Guinea: Architects reflect on PNG temple project

(4 days ago) WEBListen. PORT MORESBY, Papua New Guinea — As the inauguration of the Bahá’í House of Worship in Papua New Guinea (PNG) approaches, members of the architectural team, comprising Henry Lape and Saeed Granfar from Port Moresby, reflect on their collaborative journey in creating a design that embodies the Bahá’í principle of unity …

https://news.bahai.org/story/1732/

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Mei Lin says she's a businesswoman and a suburban mum-of-four.

(5 days ago) WEBThe 41-year-old businesswoman was arrested at her multi-million-dollar acreage home in Brisbane's south last month and charged in connection with an attempt to traffic drugs from Papua New Guinea

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-02-20/papua-new-guinea-mei-lin-drug-plot-brisbane-black-flight/103481412

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278,369 People Baptized in Papua New Guinea — Fulcrum7

(2 days ago) WEBThere are stories of drug lords burning their marijuana crops and being baptized, prisoners responding to calls, whole villages declaring themselves Adventist. "The latest information from the South Pacific Division and the Papua New Guinea Union Mission is that 278,369 people have been baptized so far in “PNG for Christ” with only

https://www.fulcrum7.com/news/2024/5/21/278369-people-baptized-in-papua-new-guinea

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Unlocking access to vital health information in Papua New Guinea

(Just Now) WEBPapua New Guinea has been particularly engaged. Since 2016, WHO has delivered a series of HINARI workshops to train more than 150 health workers from 10 provinces in the country. During the second half of this year, WHO is doing three more HINARI courses in Papua New Guinea. In August, a workshop was held in Arawa, in …

https://www.who.int/westernpacific/news-room/feature-stories/item/unlocking-access-to-vital-health-information-in-papua-new-guinea

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Beyond deforestation, oil palm estates pose flood and water

(7 days ago) WEBJAKARTA — Briantama Asmara first visited the village of Kais in Indonesian Papua, on the island of New Guinea, in 2017 as an university researcher. The village lies two time zones away from

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/beyond-deforestation-oil-palm-estates-pose-flood-and-water-contamination-risks/ar-BB1mM6zg

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Baptism at Popular Beach Sees 5,000 People Accept Jesus in Port …

(4 days ago) WEBCeremony crowned the last day of the PNG for Christ series across Papua New Guinea. Marcos Paseggi, Adventist Review. Up to 48 Seventh-day Adventist pastors baptized 5,000 people at Ela Beach in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, on May 11, on the closing day of the PNG for Christ evangelistic series across the country.

https://adventistreview.org/news/baptism-at-popular-beach-sees-5000-people-accept-jesus-in-port-moresby/

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French Response in New Caledonia Risks Helping China, Analysts Say

(9 days ago) WEBIts members, Papua New Guinea, Fiji, Vanuatu and Solomon Islands, are at the centre of a contest for influence between China and the U.S. and its allies, including Australia and France.

https://www.usnews.com/news/world/articles/2024-05-17/french-response-in-new-caledonia-risks-helping-china-analysts-say

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Papua New Guinea making significant strides in its battle against HIV

(5 days ago) WEBOver 95% of HIV cases in the Pacific are reported from just one country – Papua New Guinea. With a population of 7.6 million people, it has the most serious HIV burden of the 22 Pacific island countries and areas in the World Health Organization (WHO) Western Pacific Region.

https://www.who.int/westernpacific/news-room/feature-stories/item/papua-new-guinea-making-significant-strides-in-its-battle-against-hiv

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Church responds to double disaster in Papua New Guinea - MSN

(3 days ago) WEBOne of the landslide victims was a member of the Koningi Branch in the Goroka Papua New Guinea District, the Church’s Pacific Newsroom reported on May 1. To read the full story, visit

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/church-responds-to-double-disaster-in-papua-new-guinea/ar-BB1moi4Z

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