Health CareLocal News QEH care ‘at breaking point’ – DLP by Ryan Gilkes 05/12/2024 written by Ryan Gilkes 4 min read The Democratic Labour Party (DLP) on Wednesday lambasted the government for what it describes as a collapse of the healthcare system, citing dire conditions at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH), … Continue Reading 05/12/2024 0 comments FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Health CareLocal News Community-backed ideas for QEH funding take centre stage by Ryan Gilkes 05/12/2024 by Ryan Gilkes 05/12/2024 The Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s (QEH) plans for its 2025-2028 strategy faced a wave of impassioned feedback during a fiery town hall meeting on Wednesday evening. Patients and community members shared … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Health CareLocal News QEH to go paperless, ‘save millions, boost patient care’ by Shanna Moore 03/12/2024 by Shanna Moore 03/12/2024 The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) is embarking on a digital overhaul to eliminate its reliance on paper, a move that could save $1 million a year while enhancing patient care, … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Health CareLocal NewsOpinion Taking the Rights Path to End AIDS in Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean by Barbados Today 03/12/2024 by Barbados Today 03/12/2024 World AIDS Day, observed annually on December 1, provides an opportunity to honour those lost to HIV and AIDS and to recognise the resilience of those living with HIV. This … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Health CareLocal News BNA says exodus of nurses causing severe shortages by Shanna Moore 28/11/2024 by Shanna Moore 28/11/2024 The Barbados Nurses Association (BNA) on Wednesday issued a dire warning: the healthcare system is at breaking point due to an exodus of nurses seeking better opportunities abroad. BNA President … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Health CareLocal News Surge in heart attacks overwhelms hospital by Shanna Moore 26/11/2024 by Shanna Moore 26/11/2024 The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) is in the throes of a worsening cardiovascular crisis, with as many as three severe heart attacks a day and strokes pushing the healthcare system … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Health CareLocal News Dementia: Some things you should know by Barbados Today 22/11/2024 by Barbados Today 22/11/2024 Dementia refers to a group of brain disorders that make it hard to remember anything, think clearly, make decisions, or even control emotions. It is not uncommon that when … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Health CareLocal News QEH to roll out new A&E strategy amid patient surge concerns by Shamar Blunt 19/11/2024 by Shamar Blunt 19/11/2024 The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) is set to implement a new escalation plan in its Accident and Emergency Department (A&E) to address challenges with patient flow and waiting times. It … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Health CareLocal News QEH to introduce mental health first aid course for staff by Shanna Moore 19/11/2024 by Shanna Moore 19/11/2024 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 … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Health CareLocal News Infection prevention officer warns resistance to antibiotics can be deadly by Shanna Moore 19/11/2024 by Shanna Moore 19/11/2024 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 … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
