Ministry of Health Welcomes Newly Appointed Central Board of Health Members Following Swearing-In Ceremony Newly appointed members of the Central Board of Health (CBH) were sworn in by His Excellency Sir Rodney Williams, Governor General, at Government House on Wednesday, 14 October 2026, for a two-year term. Dr. Teri-Ann Joseph will chair the Board, with Mr.
Cabinet Approves National Strategic Plan for Health; Public Release Forthcoming Following Cabinet’s approval of the National Strategic Plan for Health, the Ministry of Health wishes to advise the public that the full plan will be made available for public access shortly. Stay tuned for further updates!
Government Investment in Healthcare Workforce Yields First Cohort of Master of Public Health Graduates The Government of Antigua and Barbuda’s investment in strengthening the national healthcare workforce has reached an important milestone with the successful completion of studies by the first cohort of Master of Public Health (MPH) graduates from the University of the West
Antigua and Barbuda Relaunches Universal Health Coverage Programme, Advances National Health Insurance Preparations The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has recommenced work on the development of its Universal Health Coverage (UHC) framework, with National Health Insurance (NHI) identified as a principal mechanism for ensuring that residents can access essential healthcare services without facing financial hardship. The
Government Opens Newly Renovated Autopsy Suite and Morgue to Improve Services and Staff Working Conditions The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has officially opened a newly renovated Autopsy Suite and Morgue, marking a significant step in improving the facilities available to support post-mortem examinations, death investigations and the dignified handling of deceased persons. The facility, located
Antigua and Barbuda’s Minister Joseph delivers poignant call for climate action following Tuvalu visit Following his visit to Tuvalu on 5–6 October 2026, the Honourable Michael Joseph, Minister for Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs, shared his reflections at the Pre-COP31 Leaders’ Plenary in Fiji on the evening of 6 October, just hours after
Minister Michael Joseph Participates in Pre-COP31 Activities in Tuvalu Minister of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs, Michael Joseph, is in Tuvalu participating in the high-level Pre-COP31 activities, as Pacific leaders and partners gather to highlight the region’s climate vulnerabilities, resilience and adaptation priorities. The programme has provided an opportunity for leaders to see firsthand
Antigua and Barbuda Delegation Participates in NCD Training in China Antigua and Barbuda was represented at a Training Workshop on Non-communicable Disease (NCD) Prevention and Control for Developing Countries, held in Beijing, China, from September 10–23, 2026. The training was sponsored by the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China and organized by the
Antigua and Barbuda Participates in Pacific Pre-COP31 in Fiji and Tuvalu Antigua and Barbuda is participating in the Pacific Pre-COP31 meetings being held in Fiji and Tuvalu from October 5–8, ahead of the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31) in Antalya, Türkiye. Minister of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs, the Honourable Michael Joseph,
Antigua and Barbuda Strengthens Health Partnership with PAHO at 63rd Directing Council Antigua and Barbuda is strengthening its partnership with the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), following high-level discussions held on the margins of PAHO’s 63rd Directing Council. Minister of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs Michael Joseph and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Kamaria DeCastro