Mauritius Health & Healthcare News
Stay up to date with health news affecting Mauritius — covering public health alerts, hospital developments, medicine availability, the Ministry of Health's latest advisories, disease outbreaks, mental health awareness, and the evolution of healthcare services across the island.
23 Health stories · Updated continuously · MauritiusNews.com
Trump-Branded Ecstasy Pills Spark Red Alert
Authorities in the Netherlands have issued an urgent red alert warning over a dangerous batch of ecstasy tablets that have been circulating …
Mauritius Extends Ebola Quarantine Period by One Month
Mauritius has extended its Ebola-related quarantine period by one month, according to a report by Le Defi Media. The decision, taken by publ…
Mental Health at Work: Why It Matters
Mental health in the workplace has become one of the most pressing issues facing employers and employees across Mauritius and the wider worl…
Pakistan Mine Blast Kills 34 Workers
A catastrophic explosion tore through a coal mine in Pakistan, killing at least 34 workers in one of the country's deadliest recent mining d…
Can Mauritius Afford Its Ageing Population?
Mauritius is facing a demographic reality that its social welfare system may not be equipped to handle. The island nation is ageing rapidly,…
Poor Mauritian Households Spend More on Food
In Mauritius, the financial squeeze on low-income families is becoming increasingly visible at the dinner table. New figures reported by Le …
Mauritius Tobacco: Earning or Paying the Price?
Mauritius finds itself caught in a financially uncomfortable paradox: the government earns substantial revenue from tobacco taxation, yet th…
Paternité refusée : droits de l'enfant en jeu
La question de la paternité refusée soulève des enjeux juridiques et humains profonds à Maurice. Lorsqu'un père biologique refuse de reconna…
France Heatwave: 40 Drowning Deaths Reported
A deadly heatwave sweeping across France has claimed at least 40 lives through drowning since June 18, according to a sobering announcement …
Two children die in hot car during France heatwave
Two young children have been found dead inside a vehicle in France during an intense heatwave, in a heartbreaking incident that has shocked …
Sugar Tax Nets Rs 2.66bn for Mauritius
Mauritius has generated a substantial Rs 2.66 billion in state revenue through taxes levied on sugary products, according to figures reporte…
Medical Files Left in Containers at Victoria Hospital
The Mauritius Ministry of Health has launched a formal investigation after medical records were discovered stored inside shipping containers…
Pensioner Left Without Pay for 4 Months
A pensioner in Mauritius was left without social security payments for four consecutive months after a system error within the country's soc…
Care Giver Files Complaint at Cap L'Espoir Home
A care worker employed at the Cap L'Espoir foyer in Mauritius has filed a formal complaint, bringing to light growing tensions within the re…
Pailles: Boy, 12, Left Without Care
Concern is growing among residents of Pailles after a 12-year-old boy was reportedly left without any supervision or proper care, prompting …
Lakaz A Turns 40: Addiction Hurts Whole Families
Lakaz A, one of Mauritius's most recognised centres for addiction support and rehabilitation, celebrated its 40th anniversary this week — a …
Épidémie d'Ebola en RDC : 51 cas confirmés alors que l'OMS tire la sonnette d'alarme
La République démocratique du Congo fait face à une nouvelle résurgence préoccupante du virus Ebola. À ce jour, 51 cas ont été officiellemen…
Tragedy at Blue Bay: 54-Year-Old Teacher Drowns in Lagoon
A 54-year-old teacher lost his life after drowning in the lagoon at Blue Bay, one of Mauritius's most celebrated and visited coastal destina…
Mauritius Old Age Pension: 1,140 Fewer Beneficiaries Recorded in Just One Year
Official figures from Mauritius have revealed a significant decline in the number of old age pension beneficiaries, with 1,140 fewer recipie…
Medicine Shortage Crisis: Customs-Held Shipments Reignite Debate Over Parallel Imports in Mauritius
A fresh controversy is gripping Mauritius's healthcare sector as multiple shipments of medicines remain blocked at customs, bringing the isl…
JSS Academy Marks World Health Day 2026 with High-Profile Ceremony at Vacoas Campus
JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mauritius (JSSAHERM) hosted a landmark ceremony on April 5, 2026, to commemorate World Health …
Sanctions and Aid Cuts: The Hidden Death Toll Shaping Global Health Policy
A sobering new analysis published in The Lancet, one of the world's most respected peer-reviewed medical journals, has cast a stark light on…
Dr Nishan Moheeputh Reinstated After Medical Council Lifts Suspension
The Medical Council of Mauritius moved on Friday to lift the suspension of Dr Nishan Moheeputh, marking a significant development in a case …
Frequently Asked Questions
What healthcare is available in Mauritius?−
Mauritius has a dual public-private healthcare system. Public hospitals and community health centres provide free treatment to all residents. Private clinics and hospitals offer faster access and specialist care. The main public hospital is Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam National Hospital in Pamplemousses.
What are the main public hospitals in Mauritius?−
Key public hospitals include SSRN Hospital (Pamplemousses), Dr A.G. Jeetoo Hospital (Port Louis), Jawaharlal Nehru Hospital (Rose Belle), Victoria Hospital (Candos), and CHAS Mee Hospital (Flacq). Rodrigues has the Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
Are vaccinations required to visit Mauritius?−
No routine vaccinations are required to enter Mauritius for most travellers. However, Yellow Fever vaccination is required if arriving from a country with risk of transmission. Standard travel vaccines (hepatitis A, typhoid) are recommended by most travel health advisers.
What is the leading cause of death in Mauritius?−
Non-communicable diseases — particularly cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer — are the leading causes of death in Mauritius. The country has a high prevalence of type 2 diabetes (around 23% of adults), linked to lifestyle changes and diet shifts over recent decades.