Government of Saint Lucia

In today's headlines: UK Government delegation visits the SMART Healthcare facilities in Saint Lucia and; Saint Lucia is one step closer in ascension to the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) 

Donors from the United Kingdom continue to provide assistance in the modernization of Saint Lucia’s healthcare systems. The most recent project was the retrofitting of 15 health facilities into SMART facilities. The facilities have been upgraded to green, climate resilient structures.

The project was implemented in a number of countries around the region with funding provided by the UK Government and the UK Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office.

Read more: https://www.govt.lc/news/uk-government-delegation-visits-smart-facilities-in-saint-lucia

This year health care in the south of the island received a major upgrade. Improvements to the provision of health care are due to the construction of the Micoud Wellness Centre. Recognition goes towards the Disaster Vulnerability Reduction Project (DVRP). DVRP has made major contributions to advances in climate resilience and in this case health care. The Micoud Wellness Centre is a 4000 square foot, client resilient, modern facility.

Read more: https://www.govt.lc/news/dvrp-improves-health-care-in-the-south

In today's headlines: The treasury department launches its micro-payments convenient cheque collection for Soufriere Vieux Fort and; Government of Taiwan comes in for high praise for supporting technology advancement in education.

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and and Elderly Affairs informs of the availability of the Influenza vaccine. The flu season generally runs from October to March – a time when there is a notable increase in the number of cases of flu-like illness.

In today's headlines: Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre introduces crime reduction strategies to address public safety; and a delegation from Martinique discusses health care assistance for Saint Lucia.

In Saint Lucia, the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs is playing its part in educating and providing continuous care for those living with the virus while sensitizing the entire population in a manner that would eliminate any stigmas or discrimination towards those living with the virus.

World AIDS Day is observed on December 1 every year around the world. It is a time for reflection, solidarity with those who are affected, and their families and it is a time to plan even more decisive actions.

World AIDS Day is observed on December 1 every year around the world. It is a time for reflection, solidarity with those who are affected, and their families and it is a time to plan even more decisive actions.

In today’s headlines: The Rhapsody of the Seas is welcomed to Saint Lucia and; Vieux Fort Police Station is set to receive rehabilitation works.