ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA JOINS THE REST OF THE WORLD IN OBSERVING WORLD RECYCLING DAY The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs joins the global community in observing World Recycling Day today, in collaboration with the National Solid Waste Management Authority.This observance highlights the importance of improving how waste is managed, protecting the
Ministry of Health Congratulates Newly Appointed Environmental Awareness Group Board The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs extends heartfelt congratulations to all newly appointed members of the Board of the Environmental Awareness Group (EAG). The Ministry takes particular pride in recognizing Garth Simon of the Department of Environment on his appointment to the
Ambulatory Services to Begin Soon at Glanvilles Polyclinic Residents in Antigua’s eastern corridor are set to benefit from enhanced emergency medical support, as ambulatory services will soon be introduced at the Glanvilles Polyclinic. The announcement was made on March 10 by Health Minister, Sir Molwyn Joseph while delivering remarks at the official opening ceremony for
Prime Ministerial Vision Initiative Secures 25,000 Eyeglasses to Advance National Eye Health Agenda St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda —12th March 2026……. Antigua and Barbuda has secured 25,000 near‑vision eyeglasses through the global nonprofit RestoringVision as part of a Prime Ministerial Vision Initiative to expand universal access to presbyopia correction—addressing the leading cause of avoidable vision
Cabinet Updated on “Blind Free Zone” Initiative to Strengthen Eye Care Services Minister of State in the Ministry of Health, Wellness, Social Transformation and the Environment, Michael Joseph, provided Cabinet with an update on the implementation of the “Blind Free Zone” initiative, a collaborative programme aimed at reducing preventable blindness and strengthening eye-care services in
Antigua and Barbuda Advances Integrated, Wellness-Based Mental Health Reform Health Minister, Sir Molwyn Joseph recently addressed the Health Launch hosted by the South Leeward Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, highlighting the importance of health reform and the critical role of faith communities in promoting healthier lifestyles.Speaking under the theme “The Cause for Health Reform,” Minister Joseph
Antigua and Barbuda Advances Integrated, Wellness-Based Mental Health Reform Under the continued leadership of the Honourable Prime Minister, Gaston Browne and the Honourable Minister of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs, Sir Molwyn Joseph, Antigua and Barbuda is advancing a comprehensive and evidence-based reform of the nation’s mental health system. This reform, forms part
Extended Operational Hours Announced for Four Health Centers Health Minister, Sir Molwyn Joseph has announced a major step forward in improving access to healthcare in Antigua and Barbuda with the introduction of extended operating hours at four community health centres across the island. Effective April 1, 2026, the Brownes Avenue Health Centre, Grays Farm Health
Medical Benefits Scheme Opens Pharmacy at Glanvilles Polyclinic The Medical Benefits Scheme, operating under the Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs, has officially opened a new Medical Benefits Pharmacy at the Glanvilles Polyclinic, expanding access to essential medications for residents in Antigua’s eastern corridor.The pharmacy was formally commissioned during a ceremony held
Government Strengthens Mental Health Framework Through Broad Stakeholder Consultation on New Mental Health Bill The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to advancing mental health care and protecting the rights and dignity of all citizens.In keeping with this commitment, the Ministry convened a high-level stakeholder consultation