Government of Saint Lucia

Saint Lucia is taking a major step towards confirming the elimination of schistosomiasis, also known as bilharzia. While the prevalence of the disease is at extremely low levels with only 36 cases recorded in the past decade, the World Health Organization (WHO) requires countries to demonstrate zero cases to confirm elimination status. Therefore, the Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs has made it a priority to conduct a national survey among primary school students to determine if the country is at the level of elimination. In addition, the ministry is ramping up public education efforts about schistosomiasis. 

In the headlines: The Substance Abuse Advisory Council Secretariat (SAACS) discuss findings of substance use among young people and; The Saint Lucia Parliament receives a security surveillance system. 

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Students and teachers at The Des Barra Primary School marked World Diabetes Day with a Mini Health Fair organized by the Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs. The event focused on raising awareness about diabetes prevention and management while promoting healthier lifestyle choices among the youth. Health officials led an interactive program featuring educational sessions, hands-on activities, and a lively exercise session.  

The NCPC is driving a transformative approach to enhance public sector delivery by leveraging the symbiotic relationship between AI, productivity, and competitiveness. This effort aims to streamline processes, optimize resource allocation, and enable data-driven decision-making. A key initiative in this drive is the implementation of Info Cloudsuite, an advanced AI-powered solution designed to manage Human Resources, Finance, and Budgeting functions across the government service.

In the headlines: The town of Soufriere welcomes two new vessels to it's port and; a Winair flight from St. Maarten opens up the Caribbean travel market to Saint Lucia.

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In the headlines: Caribbean health personnel, discuss the World Health Organization action plan on eliminating Meningitis Disease and; 198 graduates to join the SSDF's Home Caregiving Programme. 

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OAS CICAD provides support to Saint Lucia to assist with identifying the behaviors and risk exposure of youth aged 13 to 17 years with substance use. The study undertaken was a three-month exercise which entailed a focus group with youth aged 13 to 17 years old around the island, providing insight into the current risk behaviors and exposures as it pertains to substance use or any behavior issues that may put youth at risk for using substances. This study was conducted by an Independent Consultant, Sonia Alexander. The discussion involved the participation of the RSLPF, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Social Transformation, Probation Services, Boys Training Centre and organisations working with youth in school, out of school and vulnerable.

In the headlines: Prime Minister, Hon. Philip J. Pierre attends the second Caricom-India Summit in Guyana and; They Ministry of Education commences consultation on a National Special Education Policy.

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In the headlines: Minister of Education Honourable Shawn Edward discussed new initiatives for the advancement of special and higher education and; the Ministry of Youth Development and Sports is pursuing strategic alliances for youth development in Saint Lucia.

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Action aimed at further transforming the national education sector has resulted in the creation of a Special Educational Needs and Disability Policy.

The groundbreaking effort marks the attainment of a goal previously attempted, but never before achieved.