Public Health Inspectors Strengthen Food Safety Preparedness Ahead of Caribana Festival Public Health Inspectors from the Central Board of Health recently collaborated with their collegues from the Barbuda Public Health Department to conduct a Food Safety Training session, just in time for the upcoming Caribana festivities. The timely initiative was aimed to ensure that all
Ministry of Health Welcomes Honourable Michael Joseph as New Minister The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs warmly welcomes the Honourable Michael Joseph on his appointment as Minister, effective May 5, 2026. We extend our sincere congratulations and best wishes as he assumes leadership of this vital Ministry. This portfolio plays a
Health Minister Michael Joseph Completes Nationwide Clinic Visits, Honours Nurses During Nurses Week 2026 As part of activities marking Nurses Week 2026, Health Minister, Michael Joseph continued his island-wide clinic visits, making stops at the Bethesda, Freetown, Newfield, Swetes, Liberta, Cobbs Cross, Jennings, Bolans, Johnson’s Point, and Old Road Clinics.During the visits, the Minister personally
Minister Michael Joseph Commends Nurses During Nurses Week 2026 As Nurses in Antigua and Barbuda prepare to attend a church service in recognition of Nurses Week 2026, the Ministry of Health joins the nation in recognizing and celebrating our Nurses. Nurses Week 2026 is being observed from May 6–12 under the theme, “The Power of
Minister of Health Conducts Introductory Visit to Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre Newly appointed Minister within the Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs, the Honourable Michael Joseph, officially commenced his ministerial duties today following his appointment on May 5, 2026, and attendance at his first Cabinet Meeting on May 6, 2026.The Minister
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