Health

Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, one of the most prominent and enduring figures of the American civil rights movement, has died at the age of 84. Jackson passed away peacefully at his home in Chicago, surrounded by family, according to...

Saint Lucia has successfully concluded the field data collection phase of its 2nd round of the Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (overall, MICS-7), marking a significant milestone in the country’s commitment to evidence-based development and data-driven policymaking. The survey, conducted by...

A 27-year-old Cayman resident is now cancer-free after battling stage 2B cervical cancer and is sharing her story of resilience and faith as World Cancer Day is observed on February 4. Diagnosed on January 7, 2025, just weeks after being...

A strengthened partnership between the National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD) and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is continuing to expand mobility and inclusion for persons with disabilities across Saint Lucia. Through a recent...

Tapion Hospital is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Tracy Semei as its new Medical Director. A respected clinician and healthcare leader, Dr. Semei will serve as the hospital’s senior clinical authority, guiding the delivery of safe, efficient,...

The Saint Lucia Medical and Dental Association (SLMDA) has extended warm congratulations to Senator the Honourable Dr. Shanda Harracksingh following her appointment to the Senate and as Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister, describing the milestone as...

The Soufriere Super League (SSL)—a community-centered inter-hotel charity football tournament—held its official Cheque Presentation Ceremonyon, November 28, 2025, at the Soufrière Hospital, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening the Soufrière community through unity, collaboration, and meaningful action. This year’s tournament saw...

As the world observed the International Day for Persons with Disabilities on Wednesday, local advocates have highlighted the need for greater understanding of autism spectrum disorder, challenging widespread misconceptions. Suzy Hall Fontaine, Vice President of Helen’s Association for Persons with...

The Communications specialist at the newly completed St. Jude Hospital is forcefully rejecting opposition claims of an electrical problem at the medical facility, calling the allegations “baseless, reckless, and politically motivated.” St. Jude Hospital Communications Specialist Jade Brown dismissed the...

With public discourse heating up over the status of the St. Jude Hospital, former Prime Minister Dr. Kenny D. Anthony has stepped forward to provide a definitive explanation of the difference between “handing over” a hospital and “commissioning”, two...