Speaker of Parliament Rt. Hon. Jacob Marksons Oboth has called on male lawmakers to take their health seriously as the Ministry of Health prepares to launch a special medical screening exercise at Parliament.
Presiding over Tuesday’s plenary sitting on November 10, 2026, the Speaker announced that the Men’s Health Awareness and Screening Exercise will begin on Wednesday, November 11, to mark International Men’s Day at the parliamentary premises.
The programme will offer male legislators medical check-ups, health education and counseling, with screenings for hypertension, diabetes, HIV, prostate cancer and other common conditions.
In his Communication from the Chair, Mr. Oboth acknowledged that busy legislative schedules often push personal health aside, but stressed that public service depends on well-being.
“We can only serve our people when we are in good health,” he said, urging all male members to take full advantage.
