Mauritius Health & Healthcare News
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Mauritius Baby Born at Home Before Parents Could Reach Hospital
A Mauritian woman gave birth at home before she and her partner could make it to the hospital, in an unplanned but ultimately safe delivery …
When the Child You Protect Becomes the One You Fear
There is a troubling paradox emerging in Mauritius that child protection workers, educators, and families are increasingly confronting: the …
Mauritius Lowers Age for Home Medical Visits to 85 in Elderly Care Push
Mauritius celebrated the International Day of Older Persons 2026 on Wednesday at the J&J Auditorium in Phoenix, bringing together officials …
Eye Colour Change Surgery: The Blindness Risk Behind the Trend
A growing number of people around the world, and in Mauritius, are turning to permanent cosmetic surgery to change the colour of their eyes,…
What Medical Tests Actually Tell You, And What They Don't
We've all been there: you feel unwell, see a doctor, and suddenly find yourself clutching a long list of tests to complete. Blood panels, ur…
Ageism in Mauritius: The Hidden Cost of Discriminating Against Older People
Every year on 1 October, the world marks the International Day of Older Persons, a moment to reflect on how societies treat their ageing pop…
Flacq's Bruno Cheong Centre to Become Drug Rehab Facility
The Mauritian government has announced plans to transform the Bruno Cheong Medical Centre in Flacq, eastern Mauritius, into a residential re…
Road Deaths in Mauritius Up 27 Compared to This Time Last Year
Road safety in Mauritius is under fresh scrutiny after new figures revealed that the number of people killed in traffic accidents this year …
Artemis Hospital Launches 'Pink Talks' to Demystify Breast Cancer
Artemis Hospital in Mauritius has launched a series of breast cancer awareness sessions called 'Pink Talks', timed to coincide with Pink Oct…
Mauritius Records Up to 300 New Cancer Cases Every Month
Cancer is emerging as one of Mauritius's most pressing public health concerns, with between 250 and 300 new cases being recorded every singl…
Mauritius Launches Heart Day and Pink October Health Drive
Mauritius launched a major island-wide health campaign on Tuesday, 29 September 2026, combining World Heart Day and the start of Pink Octobe…
Mauritius Telecom Marks World Heart Day With Health Drive
Mauritius Telecom, the island's leading telecommunications provider, is marking World Heart Day with a dedicated public awareness campaign f…
One in Eight Cancers Worldwide Linked to Infections, WHO Agency Warns
About one in every eight cancer cases diagnosed worldwide is linked to an infectious disease, according to an estimate from the Internationa…
Flu Cases in Mauritius Surge 41% in a Single Month
Influenza cases reported at public health facilities across Mauritius have risen sharply over the past month, according to the latest figure…
Mauritius Sugar Tax Suspension Held Pending Interministerial Review
Mauritius has kept its sugar tax suspended while the government waits for the findings of an interministerial committee set up to review the…
Flu Cases in Mauritius Jump 41% in a Single Month
Mauritius is experiencing a sharp rise in influenza cases, with the number of recorded infections climbing from 3,564 to 5,028 in the space …
Mauritius Spent Over Rs 116 Million on Methadone in Five Years
The Mauritian government has spent more than Rs 116 million on methadone over the past five years, according to figures reported by Le Défi …
Mauritius Brings in Expert to Probe Private Healthcare Market
The Competition Commission of Mauritius (CCM) has appointed an independent expert to assist with its investigation into the private healthca…
Bottled, Filtered or AirWater: Best Home Water Options in Mauritius
Mauritius is facing a growing domestic water challenge. Key reservoirs, including Mare-aux-Vacoas, the island's largest drinking water reser…
Nurse Dave Chuttoo Stops to Save Injured Police Officer at Trou-Fanfaron
A nurse's instinct to help didn't switch off when he clocked out. Dave Chuttoo, a nurse by profession, happened to witness a road accident i…
Mauritian Mother Fights to Help Scoliosis Daughter Pursue Taekwondo
A Mauritian mother is making a heartfelt public appeal for help after her daughter, diagnosed with scoliosis, expressed a strong desire to t…
A Fall Ended His Career: Mauritian Chef Vel Murugan Now Walks on Crutches
For a professional chef, the kitchen is everything, a place of craft, identity, and income. For Vel Murugan, a Mauritian chef whose career w…
Mauritius Donates Rs 3.6 Million to African Union to Fight Ebola
Mauritius has made a financial contribution of Rs 3.6 million (approximately USD 80,000) to the African Union (AU) to help fund the fight ag…
Mauritius Faces Medicine Shortages and Rising Drug Prices
Mauritius is grappling with a dual crisis in its pharmaceutical sector: recurring shortages of essential medicines and a steady rise in drug…
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.