On behalf of the Governor of Pohnpei, the Director of the Department of Health Services, Mr. Wincener David, received a generous donation of medications and medical supplies from UNICEF Chief of Mission, Mr. Cromwell Bacareza on Friday, September 23, 2022, at the Pohnpei State Hospital conference room.
Mr. Bacareza explained the supplies are part of UNICEF’s continued engagement with Pohnpei State and the FSM National Government, saying “UNICEF is your partner” and stands ready to help. He went on further to share UNICEF’s multi-country program in areas like water sanitation, health and nutrition, child protection, and education.


On behalf of the Governor, Director David expressed gratitude and appreciation to Chief Bacareza and UNICEF for their longstanding support of Pohnpei State health services. He said that the Department of Health Services will do its best to utilize the generous donations.
The donations consisted of medications including antibiotics, vitamins, cough syrup, and intravenous solutions, as well as bandages, needles, syringes, and administrative supplies.
Also present during the turnover ceremony were Dr. Nora Liwy, Chief of Medical Services, Dr. Zahra Seid UNICEF medical Doctor and Public Health Specialist, and Mr. Marson Rosario, UNICEF National Officer for Social and Behavioral Change.
Thank you to UNICEF for your generous donation.

 

By PIO

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