non communicable diseases (NCDs)

KINGSTON, Jamaica, June 16, 2019 (Press Unit in the Office of the Prime Minister) – Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Dr. the Honourable Timothy Harris, recently sat down with the…

Every year, on 31 May, the World Health Organization (WHO) and global partners celebrate World No Tobacco Day (WNTD). The annual campaign is an opportunity to raise awareness on the harmful and deadly effects of tobacco use and second-hand…

(Caribbean Public Health Press Release) - The islands and territories of the Caribbean region, though diverse in language, culture and status, share many public health challenges. These include chronic diseases, ageing populations, and…

Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago - In the Caribbean region, cancer is the second leading cause of death. However, a significant number of cancer deaths can largely be reduced and prevented through many strategies, including primary…

2019 is upon us and we take this opportunity to extend wishes for a happy new year. On the cusp of a new year, we also reflect on 2018 in photographs.