AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoRegional Health Tech: CARPHA says Molbio rapid testing platforms are now installed across 10 member states, including Barbados, cutting turnaround times for key infections and strengthening outbreak detection. Mosquito-Borne Prevention: CARPHA also launched Caribbean Mosquito Awareness Week, pushing source reduction in schools and communities to curb dengue, zika and chikungunya. Local Health Messaging: Barbados’ Health Ministry and CARPHA have denied hantavirus has reached T&T, warning the public not to spread unverified school-closure memos. Nursing Spotlight: Nurses in Barbados are being praised for resilience amid mounting pressures, while the Barbados Nurses Association calls for better support systems to retain staff. Care & Community: A mother-and-son mental health workshop is set for Barbados, and the Barbados Physical Therapy Association’s “Project Active” kicks off at St Lucy Primary to tackle childhood inactivity. Health & Travel Safety: EasyJet flights from Madeira are being disinsected before departure to reduce mosquito risk linked to dengue. Food & Tourism: CTO’s Dona Regis-Prosper will keynote the 2026 Caribbean Food Forum in Antigua, focusing on regenerative tourism and sustainable food systems.
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