Government of Saint Lucia

The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs is advancing national efforts to combat emerging drug threats with the launch of the Early Warning System (EWS). This multi-agency network enhances monitoring capabilities for identifying new and evolving drug trends within Saint Lucia, providing rapid response measures that aim to safeguard public health and safety.

The EWS, developed in collaboration with key stakeholders and support from the Inter-American Drug Abuse Control Commission (CICAD), ensures a coordinated approach for detecting and responding to drug threats. With involvement from clinical practitioners, forensic experts, national security, border agencies, and community organizations, the system is positioned to quickly assess risks associated with New Psychoactive Substances (NPS) and other hazardous drugs.

In the headlines: Taiwan’s Foreign Minister visits Saint Lucia and lauds the two countries long standing relationship and; The Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) reviews their contribution to Saint Lucia's agricultural sector.

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In the headlines: In a decisive step toward strengthening health care, St Jude Hospital completes a training workshop, and the Ministry of Agriculture launches a comprehensive three-year tree-crop project aimed at strengthening Saint Lucia's food security.

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In the headlines: A new cohort of correctional officers have graduated and; The Saint Lucia-Taiwan Partnership Trade Show is here once again.

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The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs has been spearheading island-wide activities throughout October in support of Breast Cancer Awareness and Education. As part of this initiative, a series of Breast Cancer Awareness Outreach programs have been held through community health fairs at Wellness Centres across Saint Lucia. Recently, the Laborie Wellness Centre hosted a health fair, providing residents with free health screenings and educational sessions aimed at raising awareness of breast cancer, promoting early detection, and encouraging proactive health management.

In a strategic push to secure Saint Lucia’s food security and fortify its resilience against climate change, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security, and Rural Development has officially launched a Tree Crops Project aimed to rejuvenate and expand tree crop farms across Saint Lucia.

The Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) hosted its annual accountability seminar in Saint Lucia, underscoring its pivotal contributions to the agricultural sector over the past year.

In a strategic move towards achieving accreditation readiness and elevating healthcare quality standards, St. Jude Hospital recently concluded a rigorous 5-day training workshop. Focused on Risk Management, Quality Improvement, and Patient-Centered Care, this initiative was held in partnership with Accreditation Canada, a renowned authority in healthcare quality improvement and accreditation services.The immersive training workshop, hosted at Coconut Bay Resort, served as a collaborative platform for healthcare professionals dedicated to fortifying Saint Lucia's healthcare system. 

By bringing together industry experts and practitioners, the event aimed to enhance the hospital's service delivery while advancing sustainable improvements across the healthcare landscape.As St. Jude Hospital forges ahead in its mission to evolve and excel in healthcare provision, this significant workshop represents a pivotal milestone in the journey towards achieving enhanced healthcare delivery standards and fostering system-wide advancements.

In the headlines: The Honourable Minister Dr. Ernest Hilaire tables. the 2022/23 Annual report of the Citizenship by Investment Programme and; Bra Mélé is held.

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In the headlines: Ministry of Health officials, explore strategies to manage increased admissions at St. Jude Hospital and; The Ministry of Equity annonces the successful closure of its Income Support Programme.

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