AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMobile Preventive Care: Montserrat’s Ministry of Health and Social Services is launching “Wellness in Motion,” a mobile health clinic starting Friday, August 7, running on the first and last Friday of each month to bring free screenings and health education into villages and community spaces, including blood pressure checks and blood sugar (glucose) screening, plus time to speak with healthcare professionals. Health Research & Services: The Ministry will also host its 4th Annual Research Day on Wednesday, July 29 (9AM), themed “Evidence in Action: Advancing Health Through Research,” with talks on mental health services, noncommunicable diseases, vaccine hesitancy, antibiotic resistance, prostate cancer, and care for older persons, streamed via YouTube and the Ministry’s Facebook. Regional Health Solidarity: The OECS praised Cuba for continuing support to the region despite the long-running US trade and economic embargo, highlighting shared priorities including health and wellbeing. Health-Related Scholarship Boost: Three Montserratians—Alverna Weekes, Denecia Furlonge, and Dr. Georgette Skerritt—were awarded Chevening Scholarships for 2026/27 to pursue postgraduate study in fields aligned with Montserrat’s future priorities.
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