Ministry of Health Reaffirms Commitment to Establishing Dedicated Sickle Cell Unit The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs remains steadfast in its commitment to establishing a dedicated Sickle Cell Unit to provide comprehensive care for persons affected by sickle cell disease. As part of the ongoing progress toward this goal, Minister of
Agricultural Drones Boost Climate-Smart Farming in Antigua and Barbuda Through the GEF-funded PATH to 2020 Project, the Sustainable Island Resource Framework (SIRF) Fund and the Department of Environment (DOE) have introduced DJI Agras T40 agricultural drones to support local farmers—including Simmons Pepper Farm and the Rastafari Food for Life Community. These state-of-the-art drones are part
Minister of Health hosts Collaborative Dialogue on Advancing National Health Insurance A high-level meeting was recently convened to discuss the strategic direction of National Health Insurance (NHI) in Antigua and Barbuda. The discussion brought together a diverse group of experts and public officials, including Professor Karl Theodore, Dr. Stanley Lalta, Ms. Charmaine Meteivier, Permanent Secretary
Antigua and Barbuda Participates in Regional Workshop in Grenada: Working Towards a Water Secure World A high-level delegation from Antigua and Barbuda joined regional partners in Grenada this week for a multidisciplinary workshop aimed at advancing integrated approaches to water security, climate resilience, and sustainable development. The event brought together key representatives from the
Permanent Secretary O’Keiffe meets Management of the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre Permanent Secretary within the Ministry of Health, Wellness, the Environment, and Civil Service Affairs, Colin O’Keiffe, today conducted an official visit to the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre, where he met with members of the hospital’s management team to discuss ongoing operations and
Free, Self-paced 6-week Online Course: EV Technologies for Teachers The Mona Academy of Science and Technology invites Upper Secondary Science Teachers, TVET Instructors, and University Lecturers to register for a free, self-paced 6-week online course: EV Technologies for Teachers. The course begins on June 30, 2025, and offers a Certificate of Completion upon successful completion
Trinidad Eye Hospital Team Pays Courtesy Visit to Permanent Secretary Colin Okeiffe The Trinidad Eye Hospital Team paid a courtesy visit to Permanent Secretary Mr. Colin O’Keiffe earlier this week to provide an update on the number of cataract surgeries conducted during their ongoing visit to Antigua and Barbuda. This marks the Hospital’s first engagement with
Ministry of Health Engages in Groundbreaking Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Sustainability The Ministry of Health was represented at the landmark AI Conference at the University of the West Indies Five Islands Campus on 23 and 24 June, 2025. The conference which explored the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in driving sustainability and digital
150 Eye Procedures Scheduled at Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre Through Ongoing Partnership with Ministry of Health and Trinidad Eye Hospital A new round of cataract surgeries and eye procedures is set to take place at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC), thanks to the continued collaboration between the Ministry of Health, Wellness and
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre proudly welcomed our second cohort of interns for 2025 Today, Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre proudly welcomed our second cohort of interns for 2025—bright minds from ABIIT, UWI Mona, and Monroe University, united by a shared calling to serve.These are future professionals exploring careers across healthcare and support services. During