Health
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Jun- 2024 -25 June
Dominica Welcomes 17 New Cuban Health Collaborators
Dominica’s Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Social Services welcomed 17 new Cuban health collaborators on June 22 and 23, 2024. These professionals will enhance the healthcare services across the isl
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May- 2024 -8 May
Dominica Celebrates Outstanding 81.8% Pass Rate in Nurse Registration Exam
Dominica obtained an 81.8% pass in the April 2024 sitting of the Regional Examinationfor Nurse Registration (RENR). We had a total of 33 students, 30 first time sitting and 3re-sits. The General Nursi
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Jan- 2024 -15 January
Suspension of Elective Surgeries at Dominica China Friendship Hospital Under Scrutiny
In response to the unauthorized suspension of elective surgeries at Dominica China Friendship Hospital (DCFH) due to medical supply shortages, Health Minister Cassani Laville has called for a thorough
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Dec- 2023 -4 December
Fogging Operations Commence in Dominica to Curb Dengue Spread
In an urgent response to the surge in Aedes Aegypti mosquitoes and biting midges, Dominica’s Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Social Services, alongside National Pest and Termite Control, has i
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Oct- 2023 -17 October
Rising Cases of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) Spark Health Advisory
The increasing incidence of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) in our community has prompted a health advisory. While HFMD typically affects children under the age of five, it can occur in older chi
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Sep- 2023 -23 September
RayAsta Foundation Expands Reach with Launch of Stroke Caregiver Services
The RayAsta Foundation culminates a 10-week Stroke Caregiver Training Program and wishes to announce the official launch of its all-encompassing Stroke Caregiver Services initiative. This initiative w
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21 September
Addressing Concerns of Medical Officers in Dominica’s Healthcare System
Last week, Dominica faced a brief disruption in healthcare services when a group of medical officers reported sick, highlighting underlying concerns within the medical community. They returned to work
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18 September
Rayasta Foundation Completes Their Pilot Training in Stroke Rehabilitation and Recovery
The RayAsta Foundation is thrilled to announce the upcoming Closing Ceremony for their Caregiver Stroke Training program, which celebrates the outstanding achievements of their dedicated participants.
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