Government of Saint Lucia

In a concerted effort to improve women’s health and raise awareness about breast cancer, the Ministry of Health’s Breast Initiative held a successful Health Fair at the La Fargue Wellness Centre. The event, which coincided with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, provided free breast screenings, pap smears, cholesterol checks, and essential health education to the residents of La Fargue and surrounding areas.

The initiative’s primary goal was to emphasize the importance of early detection through regular screenings, proper self-examinations and hands-on demonstrations empowering women to take proactive steps in monitoring their health.

The Government of Saint Lucia begins another round of documenting its climate commitments as part of a global stock take. A joint project launch was held for this purpose at the Bay Gardens Hotel earlier this month—details in this report.

In the headlines: The Saint Lucia Council for Technical and Vocational Educational Training provides support to customs administrations across the Caribbean and; Agriculture Minister Hon. Alfred Prospere highlights food challenges on the occasion of World Food Day. 

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The Vieux Fort Wellness Centre will remain closed for an extended period to facilitate necessary upgrades and maintenance, ensuring improved healthcare services for our community in the future.  

The Vieux Fort Wellness Centre will remain closed for an extended period to facilitate necessary upgrades and maintenance, ensuring improved healthcare services for our community in the future.  

The Saint Lucia Air and Sea Port Authority (SLASPA), in partnership with the Ministry of Health, Wellness & Elderly Affairs, successfully hosted its second annual "Walk 4 Miles" event on Sunday, October 6, 2024. The initiative, themed “Saving Lives, One Step at a Time,” brought together participants from across Saint Lucia for a powerful morning of physical activity and community support aimed at promoting healthy living and raising funds for the Faces of Cancer Society.

The Walk 4 Miles event, first launched in 2023 as part of SLASPA's 40th-anniversary celebrations, offers a one-of-a-kind health-focused experience on the Hewanorra International Airport runway. Through partnerships with organizations like the Ministry of Health, SLASPA continues to expand the event's impact, encouraging more people to step up and contribute towards the journey.

The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs has taken decisive action to improve healthcare services at St. Jude’s Hospital, following an increased demand for medical attention in the Admissions and Emergency Room departments. In response, the Ministry has deployed additional medical staff to meet the growing needs of the community and to ensure that quality care is provided efficiently.

Effective Saturday, October 19, 2024, the Ministry has engaged three (3) additional physicians and six (6) nurses to support the hospital’s operations. This strategic move is designed to alleviate pressure on the hospital’s existing staff and to better serve the patients who rely on St. Jude’s Hospital for timely medical care.

This additional staffing initiative reflects the Ministry’s broader goal of improving healthcare access and delivery across the island. In addition to the enhancements at St. Jude’s, the Ministry is actively addressing human resource challenges at the Owen King European Union (OKEU) Hospital. The government has committed funds to hire more staff at both hospitals, further strengthening healthcare capacity at key medical facilities.

In the headlines: Saint Lucia's Minister for Education, Hon. Shawn Edward, meets with the new executive of the National Principals Association, and the Board of Visiting Justices concludes its two-year tenure at the Bordelais Correctional Facility.

The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs has taken decisive action to improve healthcare services at St. Jude’s Hospital, following an increased demand for medical attention in the Admissions and Emergency Room departments. In response, the Ministry has deployed additional medical staff to meet the growing needs of the community and to ensure that quality care is provided efficiently.

Effective Saturday, October 19, 2024, the Ministry has engaged three (3) additional physicians and six (6) nurses to support the hospital’s operations. This strategic move is designed to alleviate pressure on the hospital’s existing staff and to better serve the patients who rely on St. Jude’s Hospital for timely medical care.

This additional staffing initiative reflects the Ministry’s broader goal of improving healthcare access and delivery across the island. In addition to the enhancements at St. Jude’s, the Ministry is actively addressing human resource challenges at the Owen King European Union (OKEU) Hospital. The government has committed funds to hire more staff at both hospitals, further strengthening healthcare capacity at key medical facilities.

https://www.govt.lc/news/ministry-of-health-deploys-additional-medical-staff-at-hospitals

The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs wishes to inform the public of the temporary closure of several wellness centres due to concerns regarding air quality. These closures are necessary to address potential health risks and ensure the wellbeing of both staff and residents. The Ministry is fully committed to taking swift and effective action to resolve the issues and restore the services as soon as possible.

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health, Jenny Daniel, emphasized the Ministry’s commitment to public safety. “We understand the inconvenience these closures may cause, and we sincerely apologize for any disruptions to the community. However, the health and safety of our residents are paramount, and these actions are necessary to prevent any potential health risks,” stated the Permanent Secretary.

https://www.govt.lc/news/temporary-wellness-centre-closures-for-air-quality-remediation