Government of Saint Lucia

In today’s headlines: The Ministry of Education is exploring alternative learning pathways in schools; and first form students from Castries East have been commended for their academic achievements by the Prime Minister. 

In today’s headlines: The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean is projecting Saint Lucia’s economy will realize the highest GDP growth among Eastern Caribbean Currency Union Member States; and students of secondary and primary schools have started the academic year with new laptops and tablets.

After review and assessments, the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs announces further adjustments to the public health measures in response to COVID-19:

 The wearing of face masks is optional but remains highly recommended to reduce the transmission of COVID-19 particularly in closed settings or where many persons are gathered such as: - Health Services - Elderly Care Homes and Institutions - Educational Facilities/Schools - Religious institutions - Correctional Facilities such as prisons / Boys Training Center, etc.

Hand sanitization and temperature checks are also recommended but optional based on each institution’s policy.

There have been some adjustments to the quarantine protocols based on the mode of transmission of the disease and the recent trends observed in in the disease:

- Asymptomatic contacts of a positive case identified through the contact tracing process can continue to work or attend classes but must wear a mask. Should they become symptomatic whilst at work or school they should immediately isolate and test.

- Symptomatic contacts of a positive case should be tested and must isolate at home pending test results.

Saint Lucia is well on its way to transforming the health system and shaping the future of health services in country. 

Medical Surveillance Officer, Dr. Dana DaCosta Gomez, of the Ministry of Health and Wellness delivers an address on "Maintaining a Healthy School Environment."

Minister for Education, Hon. Shawn Edward addresses the nation on the reopening of school for the 2022-2023 academic year.

LIVE at 8 p.m.

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In today’s headlines: Revised COVID-19 protocols go into effect today; and the Ministry of Education facilitates the process of school reopening with a myriad of resources.

Students of Secondary and Primary School are set to Start the Academic Year with new laptops and tablets as the Ministry of Education continues to roll out its ICT mandate of one laptop per child to support the educational needs of students.

The Ministry of Health, Wellness & Elderly Affairs encourages people to obtain medicines only from a pharmacy.

The Pharmacy Act Cap. 11.21 prescribes four (4) different categories of medicines. 1. Controlled. 2. Over-the-counter medicines (OTC). 3. Pharmacist Assisted. 4. Prescription-only.

Full text: https://www.govt.lc/news/guidelines-on-medicines-and-prescriptions

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