Health
Here’s a breakdown of where COVID-19 cases are
CABINET NOTES:
There are 14 active cases in Barbuda, one waiting to be transferred to Antigua.
Eight positive cases at the Post Office.
Two positive...
Acting CMO advises on the recent ‘Red Eye’ outbreak
Viral Conjunctivitis, Red Eye or Pink Eye is nothing unusual or uncommon.
According to Acting Chief Medical Officer Dr. James Knight, in recent years, there...
New COVID strain could reverse plans to lift SOE
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has warned AntiguanS and Barbudians that the country could be one of the first Caribbean states to detect a case...
‘Mayhem’ at library eclipse viewing event
A four-year-old girl was left in tears yesterday after her father relayed the bad news to her that she would not be able to...
Suicide Prevention In Antigua & Barbuda. What Is Needed?
By Sharon Adams
The World Health Organization (WHO) defined suicide as “the act of killing one’s self intentionally.” For those who consider life a precious...
One stop centre for rape victims established in Antigua
Gender Affairs Minister Samantha Marshall has said that the indignity associated with reporting rape has been reduced with the establishment of a new department...
Ministry Investigates Death Of Grade Four Student
The Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment says it is investigating the death of a 9-year-old amid reports that it is dengue related.
The...
PM cautions residents against non-essential travel to avoid contracting COVID
Prime Minister Gaston Browne is cautioning residents against non-essential travel to avoid contracting the deadly novel coronavirus.
“We maintain that you should continue to exercise...
Antigua Government turns to retired nurses to help in fight against COVID-19
The most recent report received by the Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment from the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre and the Caribbean...
FEATURE: Suicide Prevention In Antigua And Barbuda, Mental Health Disorder
By Sharon Adams
Suicide is not always planned; it can be impulsive. Mental health disorders such as Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia and Depression can result in...
Oncology Unit at Mount St. John’s Medical Centre Receives Donation
Mount St. John’s Medical Centre (MSJMC) Oncology Unit was recently gifted a medication refrigerator by the Friends of Mount St. John’s Medical Centre (FoMSJMC).
This donation was...
Active COVID-19 cases drop to one
(Dashboard Update for May 26, 2021)
The most recent reports received by the Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment from the Sir Lester Bird...
Two new cases of COVID-19 in Antigua and Barbuda
(Dashboard Update for May 22, 2021)
The Ministry of Health has revealed two (2) new laboratory confirmed COVID-19 cases in Antigua and Barbuda as of...