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Puerto Rico declares public health emergency

WebMarch 28, 2024. By Rafy Rivera and Amanda Musa, CNN. (CNN) — Puerto Rico has declared a public health emergency due to a surging number of dengue cases. Puerto …

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COVID-19 outbreak restricts visits to District Hospital

WebJanuary 13, 2024. The Ministry of Health and Wellness has advised that visits to Ward C1 at the St. Philip District Hospital will be restricted until further notice, due to a COVID-19 …

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Major health gains – Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation

WebMajor health gains. admin. April 7, 2023. Barbados, on this World Health Day, is celebrating the public health successes which have improved the quality of life over …

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Unique clinic for menopausal women

WebOctober 20, 2022. Barbados is home to the Caribbean’s first and only medical clinic for women in their menopausal years. BioConnect Medical Centre officially opened its doors …

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Oxygen shortage in Jamaica – Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation

WebThe Ministry of Health in Jamaica on Sunday confirmed reports of a shortage of medical oxygen across the island. In a statement, the Ministry sought to assure the nation that …

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Former Health Minister launches new book – Caribbean …

WebDecember 16, 2023. Former Minister of Health, Lieutenant Colonel the Most Honourable Jeffrey Bostic is opening up about his experience as Minister as the country faced …

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New QEH Board of Directors announced

WebMay 10th, 2022. The Queen Elizabeth Hospital officially has a new Board of Directors. The announcement this afternoon from Minister of Health and Wellness, Ian Gooding-Edghill. …

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BUT calling for attention to ‘sick building’ – Caribbean …

WebThe Barbados Union of Teachers is calling attention to environmental challenges affecting a number of schools. First Vice President and Chairman of the Health and Safety …

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Dengue fever outbreak confirmed in Barbados

WebThe Ministry of Health and Wellness has confirmed that there is a dengue fever outbreak in Barbados. In a release, Chief Medical Officer Dr. the Most Honourable …

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Open process in selection of QEH CEO

WebMarch 13, 2024. Amid concerns over the selection process for a new Chief Executive Officer for the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, the Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Most …

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PAHO focusing on preventing hypertension – Caribbean

WebBarbados and other countries in the region in the run-up to World Hypertension Day have been urged to intensify efforts to improve the management of hypertension, a measure …

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New Health Minister to focus on nurses shortage and other urgent …

WebThe new Health Minister is on the job and has revealed plans to address the concerns facing health care in Barbados, chief among them, the nurses shortage and …

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New QEH CEO named – Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation

WebThe Queen Elizabeth Hospital has a new Chief Executive Officer. The QEH Board of Directors has confirmed the appointment of Neil Clark to the position, with effect from …

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WHO calls for more taxes on unhealthy beverages – Caribbean

WebDecember 7, 2023. GENEVA, CMC – The World Health Organisation (WHO) has called on the Caribbean and other countries to increase taxes on alcohol and sugary sweetened …

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2021 Independence Day Honours List

WebIndependence Day 2021. ORDER OF FREEDOM OF BARBADOS. For outstanding and extraordinary achievement and merit in service to Barbados and …

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Barbadians urged to take health precautions during the holidays

WebAdvice that while the holidays are about making merry with food, drink and socialising, health precautions still need to be taken. Wendy Burke tells us a dietician …

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Dengue fever claims two lives – Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation

WebDengue fever claims two lives. admin. January 13, 2024. Two deaths have been recorded as a result of the current dengue fever outbreak. The Ministry of Health and Wellness …

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Officials say don’t panic after confirmed case of leprosy

WebJanuary 13, 2024. BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, CMC – Health officials have assured the public that there is no need to panic following the confirmation of a case of leprosy on the …

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Consultations ongoing on safe zones; changes possible

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