Health

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, (SKNIS) – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, through the Ministry of Health, is making significant investments in the Radiology Unit of the Joseph N. France General…

Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis – The Ministry of Health is unwavering in our dedication to the health and well-being of all our citizens and residents. We acknowledge that while our healthcare…

Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), often called the “silent epidemic”, are a major global concern. Even though they are common, NCDs are usually not detected or treated. Globally, NCDs are linked to…

World Cancer Day – Sunday, February 4, 2024 Remarks by Hon. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister of St. Kitts & Nevis, and Minister of Health et al. Today is World Cancer Day! The world community…

In a significant step towards raising public awareness on the dangers of Invasive Alien Species (IAS), the Department of Environment St. Kitts (DOE) in partnership with the Global Environment Facility…

Basseterre, St. Kitts (SKNIS): The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has taken a significant step in supporting the healthcare system of St. Kitts and Nevis by donating an Electroencephalogram…

Basseterre, St. Kitts (SKNIS): The Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister and Minister of Health, recently conducted an extensive tour of the Joseph N. France (JNF) General Hospital to inspect…

In November 2023, WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus stated that health threats are proliferating. In an increasingly interconnected world, no country or institution can effectively…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 14, 2023 – Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Hazel Laws, issues an update and guidance on respiratory Illness Activity in the Federation. Official Statement on Respiratory…

NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (January 03, 2024)- In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at promoting women’s health, the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) has facilitated 399 women in accessing free mammograms…

NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS – Strategic investments by the Concerned Citizens Movement (CCM)-led Nevis Island Administration (NIA) has ensured that citizens and residents on the island of Nevis have access…

GENEVA (AP) — The World Health Organization (WHO) said Friday that reported cases of dengue globally increased tenfold over the last generation, with climate change and the growing spread of…

(L-R) Assistant Matron, Mrs. Sandra Lestrade-Caines; Director of Operations at J.N.F General Hospital, Ms. Lindsey Maynard; Director of Institutional-based Health Services, Dr. Jenson Morton; Prime…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts  (SKNIS) – Prime Minister and Minister of Health, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew embarked on his annual Christmas visit to the Joseph N. France General Hospital today…

For many people across the globe, St Kitts and Nevis is synonymous with glittering shorelines and picture-perfect holiday scenes that are a strong allure for tourists. But for those lucky enough to…