AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoDialysis Access Boost: St. Jude Hospital’s new Augier dialysis unit has been commissioned, adding 14 treatment stations and nearly doubling capacity, with the Ministry of Health stressing uninterrupted care during the move. Hospital Transition Delays: Health Minister Moses Jn Baptiste says full commissioning of the rebuilt St. Jude Hospital is now expected to take a few more weeks, citing safety checks and staffing ramp-up. Labour Stability in Healthcare: Collective agreements were signed for Millennium Heights Medical Complex and WASCO, helping secure negotiated allowances for doctors and supporting industrial peace. Prevention Focus on NCDs: The health minister is pushing prevention at primary care as Saint Lucia battles rising non-communicable diseases. Road Safety Call: Cabinet ministers urged personal responsibility after 16 road fatalities were reported, warning reckless driving is straining healthcare. Community Dental Care: Rotary Club provided free dental check-ups via a mobile clinic at Holy Family Children’s Home. Local Governance: Governor General Sir Cyril Errol Melchiades Charles demitted office July 31; Felix Finisterre appointed acting from Aug 1.
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