AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoPM Drew’s Stroke Recovery Update: Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew met Deputy PM Dr. Geoffrey Hanley in Miami on Sept. 28, receiving a full briefing on government priorities and St. Kitts and Nevis’ UNGA81 work while Drew continues rehabilitation after a stroke earlier this year. National Health & Wellness Access: St. Kitts and Nevis marked National Testing Day at Independence Square with free screenings and support, including HIV, blood sugar, blood pressure, nutrition counselling, mental health help, and dental services. Regional Health Security Talks: The Ministry of Health joined COHSOD in Washington to focus on health security, public health emergency preparedness, non-communicable diseases, HIV financing shifts, and climate change’s impact on healthcare. Nurse Protections Deal: A new Ghana–St. Kitts and Nevis labour agreement signed on UNGA sidelines guarantees Ghanaian nurses enhanced salaries, health insurance, rent allowance, and end-of-service benefits. Sargassum Response Boost: Two specialised DESMI workboats were delivered to strengthen national capacity to monitor and respond to sargassum influxes, with training for operators. Protected Agriculture Support: A FAO technical mission wrapped up after training farmers and technical staff on nutrient management and integrated crop practices for protected cultivation. Climate & Health Preparedness at UN: Acting PM Hanley used UNGA to push for stronger pandemic prevention and preparedness, arguing no country can face health crises alone.
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