Ministry of Health launches National Health Plan, to promote and address physical and mental wellbeing in the community.
The multifaceted plan was launched at the official function held at Dharubaaruge’ convention centre to mark this year's World Health Day. The plan was launched by Minister of Defence and National Security Adam Shareef Umar. This year's world health day is themed on the issue of mental health, specifically Depression.
The Maldives' National Health Plan will have 10 major components, which includes awareness and treatment on mental disorders. The policy encourages eliminating taboo surrounding mental health issues, ensuring social inclusion of those going through the disorders as well as providing proper treatment and case for such persons. The Policy specifies importance of ensuring availability of medical experts in the field of mental health issues for patients.