As part of its mandate to safeguard public health and promote food safety, the Environmental Health and Sanitation Unit (EHSU) successfully conducted its annual medical screening exercise for food vendors and other food service providers across the district in August 2025.
The annual exercise forms an important component of the Assembly’s efforts to ensure that individuals involved in the preparation, handling, and sale of food are medically fit to serve the public. By identifying and preventing the spread of communicable diseases, the screening helps protect consumers and promotes healthier communities.
During the exercise, participants underwent comprehensive medical examinations aimed at detecting infectious diseases that could pose a public health risk. The medical screening included tests for conditions such as Typhoid Fever, Hepatitis B, Cholera, and other communicable diseases. In addition, blood levels were assessed, while blood, stool, urine, and sputum samples were collected and analyzed to determine the overall health status of each food handler.
The screening covered a broad range of food-related businesses within the district, including:
- Food and drink sellers and handlers
- Bakeries and bakery workers
- Provision shop operators, where inspections also focused on verifying the expiration dates and safety of packaged food products
Beyond the medical examinations, Environmental Health Officers used the opportunity to educate participants on proper food hygiene practices, personal cleanliness, safe food handling procedures, and the importance of maintaining clean and sanitary working environments. Food vendors were encouraged to undergo regular health checks and strictly adhere to public health regulations to minimize the risk of foodborne illnesses.
The Assembly remains committed to protecting the health and well-being of residents through proactive public health interventions. The successful completion of the 2025 medical screening exercise demonstrates the continued dedication of the Environmental Health and Sanitation Unit to ensuring that food sold within the district is handled by medically certified individuals operating in hygienic conditions.
The Assembly expresses its appreciation to all food vendors, bakery operators, provision shop owners, health professionals, and stakeholders whose cooperation contributed to the success of this important annual exercise. Residents are encouraged to purchase food only from vendors who comply with public health regulations and maintain high standards of hygiene.
