AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoHealth Tech Upgrade: St. Kitts and Nevis has begun rolling out a Centralised Health Workforce Database (CHWD+) to strengthen health workforce planning, with PAHO/WHO support and data entry starting as the system moves toward full operation. Hospital Modernisation: The National Digital Health Information System (NDHIS) has been deployed at Joseph N. France (JNF) General Hospital, aiming to move beyond paper records for a more integrated, patient-centred service. Home Sanitation Support: The Ministry of Housing and Human Settlement and NHC St. Kitts are accepting applications for sanitary upgrades to make homes safer and healthier. Back-to-School Relief: The 2026 Back-to-School Voucher Programme is underway, offering EC$250 per eligible child to ease costs for uniforms, supplies and more. Wellness Focus: The Health Ministry is gearing up for Caribbean Wellness Month in September with activities promoting movement, healthy eating, rest, and better health awareness. Education Concern: CXC is flagging rising student absenteeism and exam irregularities after tens of thousands of candidates missed exams. Water & Drought Watch: Drought conditions are expected to persist through November, with rainfall far below normal, urging vigilance and water conservation. Radiation Safety Training: A regional course is training professionals to better manage radiation-related risks and emergency preparedness. Community Care: The Elevate Program donated to help Kentab Tyson with medical expenses ahead of surgery.
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