Hantavirus Infection Risk Remains Low in Antigua and Barbuda The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs wishes to reassure the public that the risk of hantavirus infection in Antigua and Barbuda and the wider Caribbean region remains low. This follows an advisory issued by the Caribbean Public Health Agency regarding a cluster
Solar Kits Handed Over from Peoples Republic if China to Government of Antigua and Barbuda To Support Vulnerable Households The Department of Environment hosted a handover ceremony for solar energy kits to support low-income and vulnerable households across Antigua and Barbuda. This initiative forms part of the Government’s ongoing commitment to sustainable development, climate resilience,
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$10,000 REWARD OFFERED IN CONNECTION WITH THEFT OF GOVERNMENT LAPTOPS The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs is offering a reward of Ten Thousand Eastern Caribbean Dollars (EC$10,000.00) to any individual who provides credible information that leads to the identification of the person or persons responsible for the recent theft of thirty
Ministry of Health Advances Engagement of Children and Adolescents in Development of Mental Health Legislation The Ministry of Health continues to advance the development of a modern, rights-based Mental Health Bill through a structured and inclusive consultation process, now extended to children and adolescents. Building on completed engagements with adult stakeholders, this phase reflects a deliberate
Smoldering at the Cook’s Sanitary Landfill The National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) experienced a fire on Sunday, 19th April 2026, at approximately 10:00 p.m. The Authority has been engaged in extinguishing the fumes; however, Landfill fires can be challenging and the site remains smoldering with after fumes as the sectoraffected stored white goods, electronics and
Community Extended Hours are Here! BIG HEALTH NEWS Get ready for more doctors, more hours, and more care across Antigua and Barbuda! Phase 1 of the Community Extended Hours Programme is here! Key clinics will be opening until 9:00 PM, making it easier for working families and individuals to access primary care after hours. Less
Ministry of Health Hosts Antimicrobial Stewardship Workshop to Strengthen Responsible Medicine Use The Ministry of Health, Wellness, the Environment and Civil Service Affairs hosted a two-day Antimicrobial Stewardship Workshop from April 16–17, 2026 at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC), aimed at strengthening the responsible use of antimicrobial medicines across the healthcare system.The workshop
Thirty Donated Laptops Stolen in Break-In at Ministry of Health Headquarters The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs regrets to report an unlawful break-in and theft that occurred at its Headquarters between Monday 13th April and Tuesday 14th April, 2026. During this incident, thirty (30) Dell Pro 16 PC16250 notebook computers were stolen.
UPDATE: Extended Operational Hours for Selected Community Health Centres The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs wishes to advise the public of an update regarding the previously announced extension of operating hours at community health centres.The initiative, which was initially scheduled to commence on April 1, 2026, will now take effect on