New Public Health Lab Officially Opened

New Public Health Lab Officially Opened

Barbados’ three public health laboratories are now housed in a multi-million dollar facility built to international standards and equipped to provide a range of services to residents of Barbados and the region. The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory at Enmore,...
Ministry Of Health: Beach Water Safe

Ministry Of Health: Beach Water Safe

The Ministry of Health is reassuring members of the public that Barbados’ beach water is safe. In a statement issued on Friday, the Ministry said that in response to queries about the safety of near shore water for recreational purposes, it could advise, in...
Government Establishing National CBRN Plan

Government Establishing National CBRN Plan

The Ministry of Health is in the process of creating a National CBRN Contingency Plan for Barbados to protect its environment and citizens against Chemical, Biological, Radioactive and Nuclear (CBRN) hazards. Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Steve...
Government Continuing To Monitor Dump

Government Continuing To Monitor Dump

Following the issue of an abatement notice on December 1, which required the closure of the dump at Lower Estate, St. George, the Ministry of Health is continuing to monitor and give advice in respect of the public health threat. According to Acting Chief Medical...
Preventative Measures To Mitigate Health Risks

Preventative Measures To Mitigate Health Risks

The Ministry of Health has assured the public that several preventative measures have been put in place to manage and mitigate any potential risk to public health which may result from the sewage overflows on the south coast. Acting Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Kenneth...

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