AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoRegional Public Health Training: CARPHA trained 18 people from 15 member states on safe transport of infectious substances and diagnostic specimens, using an IATA “train-the-trainer” workshop to strengthen lab systems and faster outbreak response. Ebola Preparedness: Saint Lucia is stepping up Ebola readiness as CARPHA reactivates risk-based travel screening at ports of entry using APIS, while the Ministry reviews and updates national response plans and boosts healthcare worker training. Paediatrics Ward Upgrade: Bank of Saint Lucia has completed a colourful, child-friendly rehabilitation of the Paediatrics Ward at Millennium Heights Medical Centre, including a new mural, play space, reception improvements, mold remediation, air conditioning and medical equipment. Hurricane Season Health Readiness: Health officials are urging residents not to get complacent, with emergency response strengthening, public education, drills, and updated disaster plans as PAHO warns health services can be disrupted even by one major storm. Water & Public Health: WASCO is upgrading Castries’ sewerage network, commissioning new pumps to improve reliability and reduce overflow risk, supporting climate-resilient water and wastewater services. Cancer Care Support: Martinique says it can supply radioactive nuclear drugs for certain cancers to regional partners, highlighting growing access to radiopharmaceutical treatment.
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