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Next week, the World Scabies Program is supporting the National Neglected Tropical Disease (NTD) Unit, the Health Promotion Unit, and the National Referral Hospital (NRH) Skin Clinic in celebrating World Skin Health Day.

Observed globally on 8 July, World Skin Health Day raises awareness about skin diseases, sun safety, and the importance of equitable access to quality skin care for everyone.

Thanks to a grant from the International League of Dermatological Societies, the NTD Unit, Health Promotion Unit, and NRH Skin Clinic are hosting a series of activities in Honiara from 6–8 July.

Visit the World Skin Health Day stall at the Honiara Flea Market, located at the HCC Youth Hub outdoor court, on Monday 6 July and Tuesday 7 July, followed by an official launch event on 8 July!

Come along and enjoy:
• A free mobile skin clinic, run by the NRH Skin Clinic team, offering free consultations, skin checks, and treatment for common skin conditions.
• Fun and interactive skin health activities, including health talks, quizzes with prizes, and information about the NRH Skin Clinic, common skin NTDs such as scabies and yaws, and other skin conditions that affect Solomon Islanders.
On Wednesday 8 July, there will be an official World Skin Health Day launch, which will be broadcast live on SIBC, so stop by or tune in!

Together, let's raise awareness, improve skin health, and work towards Healthy Skin, Healthy People, and a Healthy Solomon Islands.

Integrated scabies and trachoma MDA health promotion activities are well underway across South Tarawa, Kiribati, which includes a Drama Road Show by Kiribati Family Health Association (KFHA).

KFHA is a youth group that uses song, dance, and drama to engage communities and are currently raising awareness about the MDA campaign in an accessible and entertaining way.

This week, the group is travelling throughout South Tarawa, sharing key messages and spreading awareness on the importance of participating in the campaign. We thank them for their energy, creativity, and commitment to community health!