WHO: An Innovative solution for the elimination of equipment with mercury from hospitals in Albania

On September 18, 2024, Albania took the first step towards eliminating mercury-containing measuring devices from health institutions. This ambitious project, funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and supported by WHO and UNEP, aims to protect public health and the environment from the risks of exposure to mercury, a hazardous chemical substance. Albania is one of the first countries in the world to be included in this global initiative, joining Montenegro, India, Uganda and Burkina Faso. The project, which coincides with the country's commitment to implement the Minamata Convention ratified in 2020, represents an important step towards a safer future for Albanian citizens and the environment.