AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHealthcare & Policy: Saint Lucia’s Medical and Dental Association says the healthcare crisis is worsening, pointing to issues like delayed payments and concerns around Universal Health Coverage and collective bargaining. Doctors’ Pay: Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre publicly apologized to doctors over delayed honorarium payments and vowed to deliver on commitments. Mental Health (Men): Advocates are urging men to open up about mental health, pushing back against stigma as part of “It’s Not Weak to Speak.” Public Health (Blood): World Blood Donor Day is marked in June with a “One Drop of Humanity” push—wear red Fridays and donate at Owen King EU Hospital or St Jude. Wellness & Tourism: SLTA honored top travel agents at the Global Piton Awards, while the tourism authority expects a major hotel-room boost and growing wellness tourism. Regional Governance: CARICOM Heads of Government meet in Saint Lucia July 5–8 under “From Resilience to Renewal,” with a retreat set for July 6. Disaster Readiness: PM Pierre urged residents and agencies to prepare for the Atlantic hurricane season by reviewing emergency plans and securing homes. Animal Health: In Grenada, officials defended euthanizing two illegally imported horses from Saint Lucia, citing biosecurity risks. Community Wellness: OECS invites the public to join a Fun Walk in Antigua and Barbuda for fitness and regional unity.
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