AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoBreast Cancer Awareness: The Ministry of Education joined Reach for Recovery’s annual Glow Walk, backing early detection and support for women affected by breast cancer. Child Development Care: A new Pediatric Therapy Facility opened in Basseterre, expanding outpatient speech-language and occupational therapy for children, including support for Autism Spectrum Disorder and sensory or motor challenges. Autism & Workforce Pathways: Deputy PM Hanley used the facility opening to encourage students toward emerging health careers like occupational therapy and speech-language pathology. Medicinal Cannabis Education: The St. Kitts and Nevis Medicinal Cannabis Authority launched a nationwide “Responsible Use Campaign,” stressing legal access, medical oversight, moderation, and hygiene. Public Health & Safety: NEMA urged residents to prepare for ongoing drought and the 2026 hurricane season, highlighting risks to water, agriculture, and health. Air Quality Alert: A landfill fire spread to tire storage, prompting precautions for vulnerable groups as smoke impacts communities. Wellness Events: OECS invites the public to join a Fun Walk, and the Olympic Committee announced Olympic Day Run/Walk 2026 on June 20. Regional Health Goal: CARICOM and PAHO pushed efforts to end mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B. Justice & Health Tech: The Evidence (Amendment) Bill modernised DNA evidence rules, aiming to strengthen fairness and due process.
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