First Responders Strengthen Skills in Mental Health Crisis Management The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs, in collaboration with the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), recently concluded a four-day Crisis Management and De-escalation Training for police officers and other first responders, aimed at strengthening the country’s response to persons experiencing mental health
Remembering Conie Oberou Williams: Celebrating a Life of Service, Friendship, and Dedication The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs joins the family and friends of our dear former colleague, Conie Oberou Williams, in remembering her life and legacy. We extend our deepest condolences to her loved ones and invite those wishing to
PUBLIC NOTICE: UNAUTHORISED CONSTRUCTION IN PUBLIC CEMETERIES The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs has identified several instances of unauthorised construction within the St. John’s Public Cemetery and other public cemeteries across Antigua and Barbuda. The public is hereby advised that the construction, alteration or installation of any tomb, headstone, fence, retaining wall,
Minister Michael Joseph Meets with Health Information Division to Strengthen Use of Health Data Minister of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs, Michael Joseph, recently met with the management and staff of the Ministry’s Health Information Division as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the country’s health information systems and improve the use of
Minister of Health Explores Strategic Partnership with Zhejiang People’s Hospital During China Visit Minister for Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs, Hon. Michael Joseph, has taken another significant step toward strengthening Antigua and Barbuda’s healthcare system through discussions with senior officials at Zhejiang People’s Hospital during his official visit to China.The Minister toured the
Minister Michael Joseph Signs Seven Landmark Healthcare Agreements in China to Strengthen Antigua and Barbuda’s Health System The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has taken a major step toward advancing the nation’s healthcare system with the signing of seven landmark cooperation agreements between the Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs and Hangzhou
Minister Michael Joseph Visits Leading Chinese Cardiac Centre to Advance Chest Pain Centre Initiative for Antigua and Barbuda Minister of Health, Wellness, Environment ans Civil Service Affairs, Michael Joseph is continuing efforts to strengthen cardiac care in Antigua and Barbuda through a series of high-level engagements in the People’s Republic of China.The Minister, accompanied by
Antigua and Barbuda represented by the Department of Environment in Guatemala Representatives from the Department of Environment Ms. Anik Jarvis, Data Consultant, and Mr. Garth Simon, Project Technical Officer, participated in the 2026 CGE Hands-on Training Workshop for Latin America and the Caribbean Region, held from 6–8 July 2026 in Antigua City, Guatemala. The workshop,
Minister Joseph Visits Medicinal Cannabis Authority Minister of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs, the Hon. Michael Joseph has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to ensuring the safe, responsible and transparent development of the medicinal cannabis industry following an extensive tour of the Antigua and Barbuda Medicinal Cannabis Authority and licensed facilities.The Minister was accompanied
New Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre Board Sworn In at Government House The newly appointed Board of Directors of the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre was officially sworn in during a ceremony held at Government House on Friday morning. The ceremony was attended by the Minister of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs, Hon.