Ministry of Health Clarifies Recent Article on Clarevue Psychiatric Hospital The Ministry of Health has noted with concern a recent article relating to the Head of the Clarevue Psychiatric Hospital being placed on administrative leave. This article contains significant inaccuracies and in the interest of safeguarding public trust and ensuring clarity, the Ministry provides the
National Solid Waste Management Authority Hosts Professionalism and Etiquette Workshop for Female Staff The Management of the National Solid Waste Management Authority hosted a work place etiquette and professionalism training session today, at the Multipurpose cultural center for its female employees. This workshop was facilitated by Dr.Chrys-Ann Ambrose, a best- selling Author and international empowerment
Permanent Secretary Colin O’Keiffe and Principal Assistant Secretary Marsha Joseph Visit the Sickle Cell Center Permanent Secretary Colin O’Keiffe, accompanied by Principal Assistant Secretary Marsha Joseph, visited the facility currently utilized by the Sickle Cell Association of Antigua and Barbuda. Dr. Edda Hadeed faciliated the visit which forms part of Mr. O’Keiffe’s commitment to tour
Ministry of Health Launches Internal Investigation into Allegations at Clarevue Psychiatric Hospital The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs is aware of recent allegations concerning the admission and treatment of a U.S. citizen at Clarevue Psychiatric Hospital. The Ministry takes these allegations seriously and has initiated an internal investigation.While cautioning against premature
Junior Minister of Health Celebrates Orderlies on Orderlies Appreciation Day 2025 The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs joined with staff at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Center to honour the men and women who serve as orderlies within the nation’s healthcare system. Senator the Honourable Michael Joseph, Junior Minister of Health,
STRENGTHENING MENTAL HEALTH ADVOCACY: MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND PAHO DEEPEN COLLABORATION FOLLOWING MEDIA WORKSHOP ON RESPONSIBLE SUICIDE REPORTING Minister of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs, Sir Molwyn Joseph, together with Junior Minister Senator Michael Joseph and Permanent Secretaries Stacey Gregg-Paige and Colin O’keiffe, met with Dr. Nikhil Jain and Ms. Tanya Fernandes of
Ministry Condemns Break-In and Theft at Tranquility Park Cemetery The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs expresses deep disappointment and concern following a recent break-in and theft at the newly dedicated Tranquility Park Cemetery.The Ministry is disheartened that such an act has occurred at a site intended to provide a peaceful, dignified
Permanent Secretary O’keiffe Visits National Landfill to Strengthen Waste Management Efforts Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs, Mr. Colin Okeiffe, continues his ongoing series of visits to departments and facilities under his portfolio.As part of these efforts, the Permanent Secretary recently toured the national landfill, where he engaged
The Official Dedication and Opening Ceremony of Tranquility Park Cemetery The Government of Antigua and Barbuda officially opened and dedicated the Tranquility Park Cemetery earlier today. The event marked a significant milestone in national development, reflecting the collective vision of the administration to provide dignified and sustainable final resting spaces for the nation’s citizens.Tranquility Park
Central Board of Health Receives Computer Donation to Boost Public Health Surveillance In a move aimed at strengthening Public Health infrastructure, and improving surveillance, the American University of Antigua (AUA) has generously donated 5 Lenovo desktop computers to the Central Board of Health (CBH) on July 14, 2025.The handover was made by AUA’s Senior Vice