Government of Saint Lucia

The National Population and Housing Census has been extended to ensure that all households and businesses are enumerated. The census has been completed in Soufriere and is nearing completion in Dennery, Micoud, and Vieux-Fort. Focus now shifts to those districts that are lagging a bit.

The Pan American Health Organization –PAHO, wrapped up a four-day assignment in Saint Lucia on Thursday, February 9, 2023, providing technical assistance in a review of the National Integrated Health Surveillance Guidelines.

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, has commenced a scale- up of its Global HEARTS Initiative, as the Ministry continues to promote cardiovascular health.

PAHO Officials are on island leading a mission on data collection for Arthropod-Borne

Viruses. These viruses are commonly transmitted through insects such as mosquitos, ticks and flies and have been known to lead to outbreaks of Dengue Fever and Chikungunya.

The mission is here for one week to assist in strengthening the islands data management system.

In today's headlines: The Sir Arthur Lewis Community College, has kicked off the first of it's monthly debates and; The World Health Organization has announced that the Trans-Fat global elimination target has not been met.

In today's headlines: World Wetlands Day is observed and; The Honourable Dr. Ernest Hilaire advocates for the inclusion of creatives in nation building.

In today's headlines: The National Anti Money Laundering Oversight Committee sensitizes stakeholders on the Virtual Assets Business Act; and Saint Lucia appoints a new Cabinet Secretary.

The World Health Organization (WHO), in 2020 reported that 1 in every 6 deaths, or 10 million deaths worldwide, were the result of cancer. Globally, cancer is the second leading cause of death.

The latest report from the National Epidemiology Department indicates that for both male and female, cancer is the second most common cause of death in Saint Lucia. Prostate, breast, lung, colon, cervix, endometrium, stomach and ovarian cancer are among the top ten cancers that contributed to deaths in Saint Lucia over the last five years.

For the full statement, visit: https://www.govt.lc/news/address-by-minister-for-health-on-world-cancer-day

In today’s headlines: Less fortunate households in Saint Lucia have begun to benefit from items donated to the Ministry of Equity, and the DVRP continues to strengthen the resilience of communities.