Report: Courtesy Call by APEHOG Executive to Directorate of Public Health Service
Purpose of Visit:
The executive members of the Association of Public Health Officers (APEHOG) paid a courtesy visit to the Directorate of Public Health Service to introduce themselves to the director, Dr. Buba Manjang, and to familiarize themselves with the operations of the directorate and the Public Health cadre.
Key Issues Discussed:
During the meeting, Mr. Sarja Jarjussey, President of APEHOG, highlighted five key issues of concern to the association:
1. Collaboration with Directorate of Public Health Service: APEHOG expressed its desire to work closely with the Directorate of Public Health Service on various public health initiatives, emphasizing the importance of collaboration for effective outcomes.
2.Meeting with Minister of Health: APEHOG requested assistance from the Director, Dr. Buba Manjang to arrange a meeting with the Hon. Minister of Health to discuss pertinent public health issues.
3.Progress on Public Health Bill: The association sought updates on the status of the Public Health Bill and expressed keen interest in its advancement.
4. MOU with FSQA: APEHOG raised concerns regarding the MOU between the MOH and FSQA to strengthening food safety and quality. They expressed interest in establishing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with FSQA to address these concerns.
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