AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoClimate & Water Security: A UNICEF-commissioned Child-Centred Climate Analysis warns Eastern Caribbean countries, including St. Kitts and Nevis, could face moderate to severe drought for 3–4 months each year by mid-century—raising risks for water supplies, farming, child nutrition, and school sanitation. Food & Health Impacts: Saint Lucia’s agriculture minister says climate change is already disrupting crops, fisheries, and water availability, which can push nutritious food out of reach. Air Quality Alert: The Ministry of Health advises residents—especially people with asthma and COPD—to limit outdoor time and wear protective masks as Saharan dust is expected to worsen air quality through Friday evening. Health Leadership: PAHO and the University of the West Indies completed a postgraduate programme to strengthen health policy and health systems leadership across the Caribbean, training professionals from St. Kitts and Nevis and other territories. Regional Lab Readiness: CARPHA’s CariPHLN workshop focused on stronger Caribbean laboratory preparedness, surveillance, and diagnostic coordination. Local Health Governance: St. Kitts and Nevis’ PM Dr. Terrance Drew confirmed he suffered a stroke and is recovering in Florida with rehab, while the administration continues functioning.
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