Health Care

In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enhancing support for the elderly, the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI) has officially launched the Care of the Older Adult in the…

Young Barbadians in their 30s are dying from heart attacks that could be prevented through a new life-saving treatment programme launched on Monday, the Queen Elizabeth Hospital has revealed. The…

Prime Minister Mia Mottley has announced a new project that will lead to the construction of a modern convention and conference centre.   The Geriatric Hospital, formerly the St Michael’s…

In a bid to tackle the alarming prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), LiveWell Medical Clinic has launched the second edition of its ‘10,000 Step 90-Day Challenge’. The initiative encourages people…

A new Health of the Nation Survey will be conducted this year to get a fix on Barbados’ growing non-communicable disease (NCD) epidemic, which accounts for 80 per cent of…

A leading endocrinologist at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital has described diabetes as a “scourge that is plaguing our nation”, crippling the healthcare system.   With nearly half of the hospital’s…

In a blend of emergency services and motorsport expertise, ambulance crews are now among the most skilled emergency drivers following specialist training at the island’s premier racing facility. The serene…

The mental health crisis in the Caribbean has reached a critical stage, with a significant rise in anxiety, depression, and stress, particularly among young people, Chief Medical Officer Dr Kenneth…

Government is launching a fresh onslaught on unhealthy snacks, with a 20 per cent tax on salted treats to be levied from this June on a range of popular items.…