Health Care

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) is looking to break new ground by introducing mental health first aid training for staff as part of its 2025-2028 workforce strategy.   This initiative …

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) on Monday warned Barbadians that the misuse of antibiotics can lead to prolonged illnesses and even death, as it joins the global fight against antimicrobial …

St Lucy residents have expressed frustration and scepticism over the Barbados Water Authority’s (BWA) recent “all-clear” notice, claiming tap water remains discoloured and unsuitable for everyday use despite official assurances …

With diabetic amputation rates on the rise in Barbados, a leading specialist on Thursday urged authorities to adopt data-driven, preventive strategies to curb the soaring human and financial costs. Podiatrist …

With a staggering one in four Barbadian adults living with diabetes, the Diabetes and Hypertension Association of Barbados is stepping up the fight against the island’s diabetes epidemic. Launching its …

After a rocky start, school concessionaires have become enthusiastic supporters of the 2022 School Nutrition Policy, recognising it as a vital measure for tackling childhood obesity and promoting healthier lifestyles …

On the day before celebrating its diamond jubilee, the island’s main public hospital outlined a targeted action plan to manage an unprecedented rise in patient numbers at its Accident and …

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s Accident & Emergency Department (AED) is experiencing an unprecedented surge in patient numbers, prompting senior officials to urge Barbadians to take greater responsibility for their health. …

The government will next year begin construction on a new respite and residential facility designed to meet the needs of adults with disabilities, Prime Minister Mia Mottley said Tuesday as …