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The Health Ministry Marks World Leprosy Day 2025 with Renewed Commitment to Education and Advocacy

Castries, January 23, 2024 – The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs is proud to join the global community in observing World Leprosy Day on January 26, 2025, under the theme “Beating Leprosy, Ending Stigma, and Advocating for...

Saint Lucia To Host Hand Surgery Mission, Offering Free Medical Care

Castries, January 22, 2025 - Residents of Saint Lucia are set to benefit from a life changing initiative as  the Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs, in partnership with Hand Help Inc., hosts a  transformative Hand Surgery Mission...

Saint Lucia Launches Independence 46 Celebrations with a Call for Health and Wellness

Saint Lucia has officially launched its 46th Independence celebrations under the theme “Douvan Ansanm: Health and Well-being for a Prosperous Nation”. Speaking at the launch, Cabinet Secretary and Co-Chair of the Independence Planning Committee, Agosta Degazon who highlighted the...

Saint Lucia’s Health Ministry Marks 2024 Successes, Sets Bold Plans for 2025

Castries, Saint Lucia – The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs has made significant progress in public health, disease control, and healthcare infrastructure in 2024, setting the stage for a robust agenda in 2025. With a continued emphasis...

St. Jude Hospital Board of Directors and Steering Committee Site Visit to St. Jude Hospital Reconstruction Project

VIEUX FORT, SAINT LUCIA – The much-anticipated St. Jude Hospital Reconstruction Project is making significant strides, with key sections of the facility approaching completion. On a recent site visit, members of the St. Jude Hospital Board of Directors and...

Health Ministry Monitors Global Respiratory Virus Trends Amid Rising Cases in Saint Lucia

The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs is closely monitoring the global surge in respiratory illnesses, including recent reports from China of increased cases overwhelming hospital systems and crematories. The respiratory diseases identified in China include Influenza A,...

Health Ministry Monitors Global Respiratory Virus Trends including Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) and Other Respiratory Diseases in China

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs is closely monitoring global and regional trends in respiratory illnesses as the flu season progresses. Media reports have highlighted a surge in respiratory viruses in China, overwhelming hospital systems and crematories....

China’s Mystery Respiratory Virus Outbreak Raises Global Health Concerns

Saint Lucians are closely monitoring reports of a new respiratory virus outbreak in China, where hospitals are said to be overcrowded. Health authorities there are implementing emergency measures to contain the spread. The virus, identified as human metapneumovirus (HMPV),...

Overcrowding and Extended waiting times at Accident and Emergency Department

Castries, Saint Lucia (30th December 2024): The Owen King EU Hospital (OKEUH) of the Millennium Heights Medical Complex (MHMC) is issuing a public advisory in response to the overcrowding and resultant increased waiting times being experienced in the Accident and Emergency Department...

Ministry to Host Historic Event for International Day of Persons with Disabilities

In a historic move to celebrate the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the Ministry of Home Affairs, Crime Prevention, and Persons with Disabilities will host its first-ever event dedicated to honoring the contributions and achievements of individuals with...

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Young Saint Lucian Entrepreneur Exports First Shipment of All-Natural Beauty Products to Sint Maarten

A new chapter in Saint Lucian entrepreneurship is unfolding as Auera, an all-natural skincare brand founded by a young...