Health

New research from the National Council on Substance Abuse (NCSA) shows that alcohol experimentation among Barbados’ schoolchildren has surged, increasing nearly fivefold from primary to secondary school. In an interview …

The Ministry of Health unveiled a national plan to cut alcohol-related harm by one-tenth by 2030, signalling a government-wide push to curb drinking’s health and social costs despite cultural attitudes …

The inaugural Caribbean Vegan Conference brought together legal professionals, environmental advocates, and plant-based enthusiasts at the Courtyard Marriott Hotel on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Organised jointly by the Barbados-based Caribbean …

Amid Barbados’ evolving health landscape, a bold call is going out to innovators: build the tools, apps, and systems that could redefine how the nation delivers healthcare.  With rising costs, …

Routine inspections and deep cleaning should become standard in all public schools, the Barbados Union of Teachers (BUT) warned, after a rat infestation led to Deacons Primary in St Michael …

Four University of the West Indies students have taken bold steps into the future of healthcare, using technology and innovation to make their mark far beyond Barbados.  The quartet have …

Standing before a small audience at Sky Mall on Saturday evening, The Most Honourable Dr Corey Forde asked a question that hung heavily in the air: “What has changed in …

They showed up in trainers, moved with purpose and left with prizes – but the real win, health officials said on Tuesday, was a commitment to more active living, as …

Residents in St Lucy have demanded clear proof that their water is safe to drink, said a political hopeful on Tuesday, accusing the Barbados Water Authority of offering reassurance without …