Antigua and Barbuda: October is Clean-Up Season! Antigua and Barbuda, October has come. The National clean-up has begun, from community to community. We are cleaning up drains, coastal areas, main roads, and village corners – were tackling it all! The clean-up campaign have begun in the schedule areas to include Grays Farm, Hatton, and Green
Antigua and Barbuda joins the rest of the world in observing World Pharmacist Day On World Pharmacists Day, recognized on September 15 each year, the Ministry of Health joins the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre in celebrating the vital role of pharmacists. We extend our appreciation to all pharmacists across Antigua and Barbuda — in
NSWMA Celebrates Graduation of Litter Wardens The National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) proudly hosted a graduation ceremony for the newly appointed Litter Wardens.During the ceremony, each graduate was formally presented with their certificate of achievement and an official ID badge, symbolizing their successful transition and readiness to contribute meaningfully to the Authority’s operations.The presentations
AIDS Secretariat and Royalton Antigua Team Collaborate at Staff Health Fair The staff of the AIDS Secretariat, in partnership with the Royalton Antigua team, came together today to host a Staff Health Fair aimed at promoting health awareness, wellness, and preventive care.The event, held on Friday, 19th September 2025, featured a range of interactive activities
Ministry of Health Observes Caribbean Wellness Day 2025 with Focus on Healthy Lifestyles The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs today joined the rest of the region in commemorating Caribbean Wellness Day 2025 under the theme “Engage, Empower, Elevate: Working together to improve health and well-being for all.”The day’s activities began with
Ministry of Health and PAHO Advance Preparations for Mental Health Bill The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs, in collaboration with the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), is advancing preparations for the introduction of the new Mental Health Bill in Antigua and Barbuda. Ahead of its presentation to Parliament, the Ministry has
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