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Year 2025 – What Are Your Plans?

The start of a new calendar year carries a mix of emotions. For many, the first days of January bring excitement fueled by resolutions or anticipated life events. Others may face the stark reality of ongoing challenges, including financial instability or family issues. It is in these moments that the support of close-knit family and friends becomes essential.

PM To Vendors: Pass Savings To Consumers, Not Hike Prices

Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Dr. Terrance Drew has issued a strong appeal to vendors to ensure that the benefits of the six-month  (January to June) relief measures for 2025 are passed directly to consumers. 
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Medical Doctor To Men: Take Health Checks Seriously

Speaking on the “In Focus” programme-produced by the St.Kitts and Nevis Information Service- aired live on Wednesday 20th November 2024 in observance of International Men’s Day [commemorated on 19 November yearly], Dr. Ofre, the National HIV/AIDS Programme Coordinator, addressed the widespread reluctance among men to visit doctors, a trend he described as both troubling and preventable.

Lobby at The JNF General Hospital Fully Renovated to a More Welcoming Space For All 

After a year of extensive work, led by The Cable, the Foyer at the Joseph N. France (JNF) General Hospital has been completely transformed into a more inviting and welcoming space, with enhanced lighting and significant upgrades to the overall aesthetics of the facility.

New Screening Equipment at J. N. France Hospital Aims to Reduce Major Surgeries for Colon Cancer

Residents of St. Kitts and Nevis over the age of 45 years and others with a family history of cancer, are strongly encouraged to get screened for colon cancer.

Upcoming Endoscopic Surgeons Conference In November To Build Capacity In The Medical Fraternity In St. Kitts and Nevis

Members of the medical fraternity in St. Kitts and Nevis will soon be exposed to the latest trends, patient-care strategies and technological breakthroughs in the field of endoscopy, when the twin-island Federation hosts the Caribbean Society of Endoscopic Surgeons’ Twelfth Annual Scientific Conference from November 14 – 16, 2024.

Medical Doctor: Family History Not Always a Predictor for Breast Cancer

Dr. Osborne explained how breast cancer starts with abnormal cell growth in the ducts or lobules of the breast tissue. “So what happens here?” she asked, adding “There’s some sort of mutation or abnormal change. So the cells don’t look like they normally do. They start multiplying rapidly and they do not die.” 

Ministry of Health in St. Kitts Moving Closer to Offering MRI and CT Scan Services at the JNF General Hospital

Prime Minister and Minister of Health, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, is pleased with the progress being made on the construction of the new Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) facility on the compound of the Joseph N. France General.

Doctor Urges Men to Get Checked for Testicular Swelling 

Local medical practitioner Dr. Natalie Osborne is urging men to take testicular health seriously and not to overlook any unusual swelling or discomfort in the region. 

Diabetes Association to Address Importance Of Eating Well

“It’s crucial for people to understand how their diet can directly impact their health, and we’ll have experts to break it down. We’ll be focusing on the importance of proper nutrition in managing diabetes,” said medical practitioner Dr. Reginald O'Loughlin, Public Relations Officer of the St. Kitts Diabetes Association during an interview with this media house on Thursday 5th September 2024.

St. Kitts and Nevis Checks Box for Ban of Single-use Plastics

The announced ban on single-use plastics in St. Kitts and Nevis will bring the twin-island Federation one step closer to becoming a sustainable island state, and is in keeping with previous actions taken by other member states of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS).

St. Kitts and Nevis’ Nursing and Midwifery Services Unveils Five-year Strategic Plan to Enhance Healthcare Delivery

During a historic ceremony today (April 10, 2024), the Ministry of Health facilitated the launch of the St. Kitts and Nevis Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Plan 2024-2028, marking a significant milestone in the journey towards advancing healthcare excellence in the Federation.

Successfully Passed Medical Laboratories Bill, 2024, to Set New Standards in Health and Industry in St. Kitts and Nevis

Senior Minister and Minister of International Trade and Consumer Affairs, the Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, expressed strong support for the newly passed Medical Laboratories Bill, 2024, during the sitting of Parliament, on March 26. This pivotal legislation aims to establish the Medical Laboratories Council and provide for the licensing, monitoring, and inspection of medical laboratory operations, amongst other related matters.

United States and Taiwan Collaborate on Medical Mission to Benefit St. Kitts and Nevis

Over the course of eight days, from March 18 to March 25, 2024, St. Kitts and Nevis experienced additional support in healthcare services, thanks to the United States Air Force Southern Command Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team (LAMAT) mission.

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Year 2025 – What Are Your Plans?

The start of a new calendar year carries a mix of emotions. For many, the first days of January bring excitement fueled by resolutions or anticipated life events. Others may face the stark reality of ongoing challenges, including financial instability or family issues. It is in these moments that the support of close-knit family and friends becomes essential.

PM To Vendors: Pass Savings To Consumers, Not Hike Prices

Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Dr. Terrance Drew has issued a strong appeal to vendors to ensure that the benefits of the six-month  (January to June) relief measures for 2025 are passed directly to consumers. 

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