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15/10/2026

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15/10/2026

In the second quarter of 2026, Mongolia 🇲🇳 made significant progress in strengthening its health system. Key milestones included the inauguration of the National Reference Laboratory for Medicines and Medical Devices, the advancement of new action plan to address noncommunicable diseases, and the launch of a national partnership for health research.

Supported by WHO and partners, these initiatives are enhancing the quality and safety of medicines, strengthening the evidence base for health policy and decision-making, and laying a stronger foundation for improved health outcomes for the population.



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During the second quarter of 2026, WHO continued to work closely with the Government of Mongolia and partners to strengthen the systems that underpin a healthier, safer and more resilient country. Key

14/10/2026

ADB and WHO deepen partnership to support Mongolia strengthen health systems

On 6 October 2026, WHO Mongolia was honoured to welcome Mr John Juhyun Jeong, the new Asian Development Bank Country Director for Mongolia, and his team to discuss shared priorities and opportunities to deepen collaboration in support of Mongolia’s health system strengthening.

Discussions focused on planned ADB investments to modernize hospitals and primary health care, alongside ongoing WHO and ADB support for reforms to the health financing and health insurance system.

The meeting also explored opportunities to scale up Mongolia’s m-Health programme and expand the use of digital health solutions. Telemedicine and digital referral systems could help connect health facilities in soums and aimags with specialist services, support referrals and follow-up for people living with chronic conditions, and ensure continued access to care during severe weather disruptions. These approaches could be particularly valuable for people living in remote areas, where access to specialized health services can be challenging.

Another area of focus was support for Mongolia’s efforts to establish the Mongolia National Center for Disease Control (MCDC) and strengthen the country’s broader public health system.

Looking ahead, Mr Jeong and Dr Escalante discussed opportunities to align their organizations’ support as both prepare to renew their respective country cooperation strategies, which are due to end in 2028.

By building on their longstanding partnership and aligning priorities, WHO and ADB will continue to support government efforts to advance Mongolia’s health and development goals.

09/10/2026

WHO supports Mongolia’s efforts to maintain polio-free status

Mongolia has maintained its polio-free status for more than two decades, since reporting its last confirmed poliovirus case in 1999. Sustaining this important public health achievement requires more than high vaccination coverage. It also depends on a highly sensitive surveillance system capable of rapidly detecting, investigating and responding to any suspected case.

On 6 October 2026, 122 health professionals from Mongolia’s 21 provinces and nine districts of Ulaanbaatar gathered for a national Training of Trainers on Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP) surveillance.

AFP surveillance aims to detect, investigate and laboratory-test every suspected AFP case. A suspected AFP case is defined as any child under 15 years of age with sudden-onset flaccid paralysis or any person in whom poliomyelitis is clinically suspected. Each suspected case requires timely investigation, collection of stool specimens and laboratory testing, followed by a 60-day follow-up examination to assess residual paralysis and support final case classification.

The training focused on strengthening surveillance capacity by translating global standards and recommendations from recent reviews into practical action. Participants enhanced their knowledge and skills in case detection and reporting, case investigation, specimen collection and transport, interpretation of laboratory findings, data quality assurance, and surveillance performance monitoring. These competencies are essential for the early detection of poliovirus transmission and timely public health response.

The training is envisaged strengthening AFP surveillance and ensuring that monitoring and reporting are integral to the public health functions of the health system. It contributes to strengthening and sustaining frontline capacities at all levels of care for early detection, timely response and effective management of vaccine-preventable diseases and other public health threats.

Although remarkable progress has been made, global polio eradication has not yet been achieved. For Mongolia, remaining polio-free requires continued vigilance, high and equitable population immunity, and a surveillance system that ensures no potential signal goes unnoticed.

WHO continues to work closely with the Ministry of Health, the National Center for Communicable Diseases, the National EPI Programme and partners to strengthen AFP surveillance, sustain high-quality immunization services and improve vaccination coverage. WHO also supports national efforts to strengthen preparedness and response capacities for disease outbreaks and other public health emergencies. Together, these efforts help safeguard Mongolia’s polio-free status, one of the country's major public health achievements, while contributing to the global goal of .

09/10/2026

Стресстсэн үедээ түр завсарлага аваарай:
✅ Гүн амьсгал аваарай
✅ Аажуухан сунгалт хийгээрэй
✅ Харж, сонсож, үнэрлэж, мэдэрч буй зүйлээ анхаарч анхаарлаа төвлөрүүлээрэй.

Эдгээр энгийн аргууд нь стрессээ зохицуулах, одоо цагтаа дахин төвлөрөхөд тусалдаг.

08/10/2026

Ministry of Health and WHO join hands to step up campaign against measles in Ulaanbaatar City

As measles cases have declined in recent months, Mongolia is stepping up efforts to close the current outbreak and protect the population against the risk of recurrence. To support this effort, the Ulaanbaatar City Health Department and the National Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) of the National Center for Communicable Diseases (NCCD), with technical support from WHO, conducted a rapid assessment of the measles outbreak response and routine immunization programme to identify priorities for closing remaining immunity gaps and strengthening protection against measles across the capital city.

The main aim of this support is to provide technical guidance to the Ministry of Health and NCCD to identify and reach every child who has been missed or is under-vaccinated, including through supplementary immunization activities (SIAs). These efforts will help close immunity gaps, strengthen population immunity, and reduce the risk of future measles outbreaks. Strengthened microplanning and targeted vaccination activities will ensure that vulnerable and hard-to-reach children are systematically identified and vaccinated.

The rapid assessment examined the outbreak situation, immunity gaps, vaccination performance, surveillance, service delivery, and the quality of immunization and population data.

Mongolia's response to the 2025-26 measles outbreak included the activation of national and subnational coordination mechanisms, strengthened outbreak investigation and clinical management, an uninterrupted supply of measles-containing vaccines, and catch-up vaccination through fixed, mobile, temporary, and school-based vaccination points. These efforts expanded access to vaccination services and strengthened the response to the outbreak.

Although measles cases have declined in recent months, immunity gaps remain among infants and older children. Missed vaccinations, population mobility, and data quality challenges also require continued attention. Of the 22 reported measles-related deaths during the outbreak, 20 occurred among infants, underscoring the importance of protecting the youngest and most vulnerable populations.

The review identified opportunities to further strengthen targeted vaccination, district microplanning, follow-up of missed and mobile children, engagement with schools, and the use of updated immunization and population data to guide decision-making. These findings will help translate the assessment findings into practical actions to reach children who have been missed, close remaining immunity gaps, strengthen population immunity and prevent future measles outbreaks.

Protecting every child today helps prevent the outbreaks of tomorrow.

07/10/2026

WHO Regional Director reaffirms commitment to health for all in Mongolia 🇲🇳

From 14–20 June 2026, Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala, WHO Regional Director for the Western Pacific, was in Mongolia to reaffirm WHO’s longstanding partnership with the country and support national efforts to advance health and well-being. He met with government leaders, health partners, and communities to discuss key health priorities and strengthen collaboration.

👇Watch the video highlights from the mission and learn more about the shared efforts to advance health and well-being for all in Mongolia.

01/10/2026

WHO supports strengthening of Mongolia’s health information system

On 21–23 September 2026, WHO deployed a mission to Mongolia to advance efforts in strengthening the country’s mental health information system. The mission included Dr Daniel Chisholm, Mental Health Specialist at WHO Headquarters, and Dr Atsuro Tsutsumi, Regional Coordinator and Advisor for Mental, Neurological and Substance Use Disorders Care at the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific.

This initiative supports the development of a stronger routine reporting and health information system for mental health, as part of WHO’s collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MOH), the National Center for Mental Health (NCMH), and other government agencies. The work focuses on mapping, testing, and validating standardized indicators for mental health, integrated into Mongolia’s national routine health information system (RHIS).

During the mission, the team visited the MOH, NCMH, and the Center for Health Development, as well as health centers in Tuv Province and Bayanzurkh District. They engaged with officials and healthcare providers to review the current system’s strengths and challenges, and to explore opportunities for improving the collection, registration, reporting, and analysis of mental health indicators across different levels of care.

The mission team commended Mongolia for the significant progress made in updating policies, regulations, and reporting tools to strengthen health information exchange across facilities. These efforts are expected to contribute to improving interoperability between digital health systems, streamline reporting processes, and reduce the administrative burden on health workers, particularly at the primary health care level.

WHO’s support for strengthening information systems for mental health is part of the broader support for a comprehensive mental health programme and efforts to improve access to mental health services for the population.

29/09/2026

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✔ Идэвхтэй хөдөлгөөнтэй байгаарай
✔ Эрүүл зөв хооллоорой
✔ Чихэр, давс болон эрүүл бус өөх тосны хэрэглээг багасгаарай
✔ Цусны даралтаа мэдэж, хянаж байгаарай
✔ Тамхи болон согтууруулах ундаанаас татгалзаарай
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25/09/2026

Hungarian Ambassador visits WHO Mongolia to deepen collaboration in health and medical education

On 24 September 2026, WHO Mongolia was honored to receive H.E Dr. Borbála Anna Obrusanzky, Ambassador of Hungary to Mongolia.

The parties discussed priority areas for support in the health sector, drawing on the long-standing collaboration between Hungary and Mongolia in medical education and postgraduate training, as well as access to essential medicines.

The parties laid the initial steps for collaboration to support Mongolia’s health programmes, medical education, and capacity-building initiatives. The meeting also highlighted the strong ties between Mongolia and Hungary and the valuable contribution from Hungarian Universities to educating generations of Mongolian professionals.

WHO Mongolia looks forward to the cooperation with the Embassy of Hungary to advance shared priorities in health, education, and workforce development, supporting efforts to build a healthier future for all people in Mongolia.