World Cancer Day – Sunday, February 4, 2024 Remarks by Hon. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister of St. Kitts & Nevis, and Minister of Health et al. Today is World Cancer Day! The world community commemorates World Cancer Day on February 4, under the theme “Close the Care Gap”. This is a call for the global community and […]
The Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister and Minister of Health, recently conducted an extensive tour of the Joseph N. France (JNF) General Hospital to inspect the significant renovation works currently underway. During his visit, Prime Minister Drew observed the progress of the renovations in various parts of the hospital, including the revamping of the […]
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has taken a significant step in supporting the healthcare system of St. Kitts and Nevis by donating an Electroencephalogram (EEG) Machine to the Joseph N. France General Hospital (JNF). This vital contribution, made on January 25, will greatly improve the hospital’s ability to diagnose and manage neurological and mental […]
(SKNIS) – The Cable, in partnership with several other entities, has embarked on an ambitious and truly worthwhile project to renovate the lobby area of the Joseph N. France (JNF) General Hospital, thereby improving its overall aesthetics and making the hospital facility a more welcoming space for all. The project was launched on Tuesday, November 28, […]
In a significant move to transform St. Kitts and Nevis into a Sustainable Island State, the Government, through its Ministries of Health and Agriculture, has partnered with the Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine (RUSVM). This collaboration is geared towards creating healthier living environments, aligning with the World Health Organization’s ‘One Health’ initiative. The collaboration […]
(Press Secretary, PMOSKN) – In a landmark initiative aimed at revolutionizing healthcare in Saint Kitts and Nevis, Prime Minister, and Minister of Health Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew officially launched the Kidney (Renal) Transplant Program on Friday, November 24th, 2023. The historic launch took place during a special edition of Health Wise on ZIZ Radio and Television, hosted by […]
(SKNIS): The long-awaited construction of the new St. Peter’s Health Center is set to resume. This vital project, initiated and subsequently abandoned by the previous administration, is now being revitalized, promising enhanced healthcare facilities for the local residents. Prime Minister and Minister of Health, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, spearheaded a site visit on the […]
The Federation of St. Kitts & Nevis recently experienced an increase in rainfall associated with the passage of Tropical Storm Philippe. Increase in rainfall is often associated with an increase in mosquito vector levels and an increase in risk of spread of mosquito related diseases such as Dengue, Zika and Chikungunya. The Caribbean Public Health […]
Prime Minister and Minister of Health, Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, recently demonstrated his dedication to advancing healthcare education and improving the quality of healthcare professionals by leading the donation of essential equipment to nursing students at the Division of Health Science Nursing Education Department at Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC). Recognizing the significance of maintaining […]
The CARICOM Quasi Cabinet recently held a High-Level Meeting on Universal Health Coverage, titled “Expanding Our Ambition for Health and Well-Being in a Post-COVID World,” during the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. The meeting brought together world leaders, policymakers, and experts in healthcare to address the crucial issues surrounding universal health coverage, […]
St. Kitts was once known as the Gibraltar of the West Indies for its domination of 18th- century colonial battles. How the island rose to become the world’s leader in sugarcane cultivation, an inspiration for the industrial revolution in the process.
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