Government of Saint Lucia

In today’s headlines: Saint Lucia is working toward increasing its immunization coverage following a decline in the routine immunization of children; and the Caribbean Research and Development Insititute (CARDI) collaborates with the Ministry of Agriculture to host a training exercise on the coconut weevil.

In today’s headlines: The Saint Lucia Blind Welfare Association brings attention to children’s eye health, and a Mandarin pilot project is launched in schools.

In today’s headlines: Saint Lucia observes a period of mourning following the passing of Her Royal Highness Queen Elizabeth II; and the Government of Saint Lucia has approved a 30 percent subsidy for banana farmers.

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs in collaboration with the Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO), recently held an immunization workshop aimed at building the capacity of public health nursing supervisors, community nurses and other key health professionals to increase immunization coverage in Saint Lucia.

In today’s headlines, the Prime Minister of Saint Lucia, Hon. Philip J Pierre conveys condolences to the British Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

In today’s headlines: A spotlight on the Taiwan Train the Trainers lantern design and construction virtual workshop; and the Ministry of Equity holds a Community Career/Job Fair at the Marchard Playing Field.

A major step toward the teaching of mandarin in schools was made recently with the launch of a Mandarin Pilot Project. 

Teachers from around the island engaged in the teacher immersion programme recently, under the Human Resilience Capacity Building Project to strengthen and expand TVET offerings and capacity in schools to secure alternative pathways for young students in the job market. 

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs is closely monitoring the number of Dengue Fever cases recorded on the island. For the month of August, Saint Lucia has recorded 3 cases of Dengue Fever, however a total of 13 cases of Dengue Fever has been recorded for the year 2022. The Ministry of Health continues to maintain active disease surveillance and is encouraging persons to be remain vigilant against contracting vector borne diseases like Dengue Fever.

In today’s headlines: Saint Lucia is well on its way to transforming the health system and shaping the future of health services in country; and Hon. Philip J. Pierre continues to pursue development opportunities.