Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Directorate

16/09/2026

During the Science to Policy training, we explored how science and policy connect in practice, moving beyond evidence alone to understand stakeholders, influence, constraints, and the strategic thinking needed for sustainable policy impact.

The training was delivered as part of the JACARDI project, a four-year project called the Joint Action on Cardiovascular Diseases and Diabetes.

15/09/2026

Today, HPDP staff had the pleasure of participating in the IFE Freshers' Day, promoting health and wellbeing through practical advice, information and health checks.

Visitors had the opportunity to receive blood pressure and blood glucose checks, together with individualised nutrition advice and helpful resources supporting healthier lifestyle choices.

The team also shared information and resources focusing on mental wellbeing and digital wellbeing, highlighting the importance of taking care of our health in a holistic way - physically, mentally and in our increasingly digital lives.

A great opportunity to engage with the community, raise awareness and encourage everyone to take small, positive steps towards a healthier lifestyle. 💚

15/09/2026

Chickenpox (varicella) is a common and highly contagious infection, but there are simple ways we can help protect ourselves and others.

In our accompanying visuals, you’ll find useful information about:

🔴 Common signs and symptoms of chickenpox
🦠 When chickenpox is most infectious
🛡️ How chickenpox can be prevented
🤝 How to protect others if you or someone in your household has chickenpox

Knowing the signs, taking appropriate precautions and staying away from others while infectious can help reduce the spread of chickenpox.

📌 Swipe through the visuals to learn more and share this information with your family, friends and community.

10/09/2026

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 𝗮 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲.

Whether we are checking in with someone, creating spaces for connection or making support easier to access, each of us can contribute.

Visit our website for more information:

https://hpdp.gov.mt/hpu/mental_health_and_wellbeing/suicide_prevention

09/09/2026

𝗧𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄, 𝘄𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆.

Remember that everyone you know may be fighting a battle you cannot see. Be kind, always.

If something feels different, check in.

Save this post and share with your friends.

Visit our website for more information: https://hpdp.gov.mt/hpu/mental_health_and_wellbeing/suicide_prevention

07/09/2026

𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵c𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗚𝗣 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗠𝗠𝗘?

Join us on Wednesdays at 5:00pm, in person or online, to build practical skills to navigate life’s challenges.

📋 Ask your Primary Healthcare doctor for a referral or for more information!

Turn challenge into change.

Primary HealthCare Malta

07/09/2026

WE’RE BRINGING THE CLINIC TO YOU!
Our Mobile Clinic will be at Triton Fountain, Valletta during Malta Pride! ❤️

No appointment needed — just walk in.

📅 Friday 11 September | 17:00–21:00
📅 Saturday 12 September | 10:00–18:00

Drop by for a FREE, quick & confidential Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) for:
🩸 HIV
🩸 Syphilis
🩸 Hepatitis B
🩸 Hepatitis C

Plus:
🛡️ Free condoms
💬 Sexual health information & advice
❤️ Support on STIs, PrEP, PEP, prevention & more

In collaboration with

🌐 sexualhealth.gov.mt

Pride. Protect. Test. Know. 🌈

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05/09/2026

Learning healthy habits through play! This summer, our team visited Skola Sajf centres across Malta and Gozo to inspire children to adopt healthy behaviours from an early age.

Through fun, interactive games, active play, and hands-on health education, we encouraged children to stay active, make healthier choices, and develop lifelong habits that contribute to their overall health and wellbeing.

04/09/2026

Bring Digital Wellbeing to your school, community or workplace. Book your interactive workshop today!

Wassal il-Benesseri Diġitali fl-iskola, komunità jew post tax-xogħol tiegħek. Ibbukkja sessjoni interattiva llum!

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📧 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.𝗵𝗽𝗱𝗽@𝗴𝗼𝘃.𝗺𝘁