AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoLocal Healthcare Upgrade: Bank of Saint Lucia has completed the final phase of the Paediatrics Ward rehabilitation at Millennium Heights Medical Centre, unveiling a bright, child-friendly mural and upgrades including mold remediation, improved reception, air conditioning, a playroom and new medical equipment. Public Health Mobilisation: Ahead of World Blood Donor Day on June 14, the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition is urging eligible donors to give blood at Owen King EU Hospital or St Jude, with a “wear red” campaign every Friday in June and photo-sharing to spread the message. Water & Sanitation for Health: WASCO says it has resolved sewerage problems on Coral Street after an electrical fault, and is also upgrading Castries’ sewerage network with new pumps to reduce overflows and protect public health. Ebola Preparedness: CARPHA, with CARICOM IMPACS, has reactivated enhanced travel screening at points of entry using APIS flags for travellers from or transiting Ebola-affected areas, while Saint Lucia continues strengthening national preparedness systems. Regional Health Capacity: CARPHA trained 18 people from 15 member states in safe transport of infectious substances and diagnostic specimens through an IATA workshop, aiming to strengthen lab systems and faster outbreak response. Animal Health & Biosecurity: Grenada is pursuing legal action after two Babesia-positive horses were illegally imported from Saint Lucia, with officials defending euthanasia decisions as necessary for national biosecurity.
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