The Ministry of Health is pleased to announce a significant contribution from OECS Direct Relief Grant, aimed at enhancing the country’s capacity for vector control and epidemiological surveillance. This donation represents a major step in strengthening the nation’s public health infrastructure and its ability to respond swiftly and effectively to health challenges.
As part of the grant, OECS Direct Relief donated 2 vehicles, 30 laptops, and 10 tablets to the Ministry. The vehicles will provide much-needed mobility for health teams engaged in field operations, while the laptops and tablets will enable efficient data collection, analysis, and reporting for surveillance programs. These resources are expected to improve the Ministry’s ability to monitor disease trends, coordinate rapid response efforts, and implement targeted interventions to reduce the spread of vector-borne and communicable diseases.
Minister of Health, Sir Molwyn Joseph, expressed gratitude for the support given to Antigua and Barbuda through this timely donation.
The handover ceremony, held at the Ministry of Health Headquarters was attended by senior Ministry officials, including Permanent Secretary Stacey Gregg-Paige, Chief Medical Officer (Ag) Dr. Teriann Joseph, EPI Manager Soria Dupie, Deputy Chief Health Inspector Daryl Spencer, and members of the OECS Commission. The event provided an opportunity for the media to witness the presentation, engage with officials, and highlight the importance of this partnership in promoting public health.
This collaboration underscores Antigua and Barbuda’s commitment to building a robust public health system capable of addressing emerging health threats. By combining technical resources with field mobility, the Ministry is better equipped to prevent disease outbreaks, respond to emergencies, and safeguard the well-being of communities across the nation.
The Ministry encourages continued collaboration with regional partners, stakeholders, and the community to ensure that these initiatives yield sustainable improvements in public health outcomes.
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