This is systematic killing, part of Jakarta’s plan to wipe out all resistance to its rule in West Papua. These deaths have occurred at the same time that Indonesia has sent over 20,000 new troops into W P. They are killing us because we are different because weareBlack MELANESIAN
I don't know whether to laugh or cry.
A week since a Category 5 cyclone ripped through Ambrym Island, 40 tourists descended on north Ambrym for their cultural tour as per tour. I wonder how it feels to leisurely stroll through a community currently without food or water. Only 🇻🇺
Drinking my morning coffee to the sounds of chanting and singsing groups getting ready for the day #Gorokashow2023
Lots to reflect on, aim and strive for this year - Happy 48 PNG! May we do and be better for our future! 🇵🇬❤️🖤💛🤍
Tuvalu passed a historic constitutional reform last week to declare its statehood in perpetuity despite threats of climate change to territory (world's 1st). MP @Simon_Kofe and I share some insights on this significant development for Tuvalu and beyond.
https://t.co/38jnBk9dsW
The burden of cervical cancer in PNG remains alarmingly high, yet there is limited data on HPV prevalence and associated risk factors in the country. Dr Pamela Toliman and her team presented the first comprehensive study of HPV infection and its determinants among women.
Knowing the type of malaria parasites that are infecting a community is necessary to effectively control malaria. PNGIMR's scientist Bernadine Kasian presented on the prevalence of plasmodium species (malaria parasites) in Lihir Island's local and mobile populations.
Vector control tools have contributed substantially to reductions in the burden of malaria over the last 15 years by minimising the number of mosquitoes biting humans. In PNG, the only vector control tool being used is long lasting insecticidal nets.
PNGIMR's Zebedee Kerry told the 57th PNG Medical Symposium presentation about strengthening PNG's vector-borne disease sentinel surveillance data for use in decision-making.
The Newly Adapted Tools Network Against mosquito borne disease Transmission (NATNAT) project is designed to strengthen laboratory, semi-field and field capacity to test novel vector control tools in PNG.
Senior scientist and PhD candidate at University of Wollongong, Rebecca Emori presented new evidence from the integrated health & demographic surveillance system on maternal demographic surveillance system on maternal demographic and socio-economic correlates of child mortality.
Middle ear infection in childhood can lead to hearing loss and serious illness. PNGIMR Research Fellow, Dr Celestine Aho presented on the prevalence of middle ear infections (otitis media) in childhood attending urban outpatient clinics in Goroka.
85% deaths globally occur to women in lower- and middle-income countries. Prof John Bolnga, adjunct researcher @pngimr said local and international evidence has shown the HPV screen and treat program is feasible and cost-effective and should be rolled out across PNG.
Investigating the infectiousness of malaria parasites can be accomplished by artificially infecting mosquitoes with blood obtained from both symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals.
Usually, can't get a straight answer out of any1 if flights are cancelled, delayed or whatever. Nau yet ol laik salim email na text olsem flight delay, after all cancellim aste na mi sidaun lo departure lounge stap ... Air Nuigini ... you're an effin joke!! Bunch of clowns 🤡
In the Southern Highlands Province the majority of communities are reliant on food crops for income & survival.
When conflict breaks out, women are prevented from tending crops, depriving them & their families of food & livelihood.
📍 Tukupangi
📸 Jessie Boylan/ICRC, 2016