The safe play of basketball can be achieved amidst this global pandemic – says President of the DABA

The safe play of basketball can be achieved amidst this global pandemic – says President of the DABA

It is of no surprise that the Covid-19 pandemic has affected the regular proceedings of sporting activities in Dominica. For how long? It remains to be unanswered. Mr. Peter Ricketts, President of the Dominica Basketball Association (DABA) expressed, “Covid-19 brought all sporting activities to a screeching halt, basketball national league included. We did not choose […]

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 HCC, PAHO, OECS, UNICEF launch phase II of regional campaign “Now More Than Ever” to promote healthy environments for children and young people

HCC, PAHO, OECS, UNICEF launch phase II of regional campaign “Now More Than Ever” to promote healthy environments for children and young people

BRIDGETOWN 05 November 2021 – There’s never been a more critical time to protect our children and young people from the dangers of an unhealthy lifestyle and promote their overall well-being. This is the key message of a campaign launched by the Healthy Caribbean Coalition (HCC), in partnership with the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), […]

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 PAHO awards Malaria Champions of the Americas for 2021, launches Multisectoral Action Guide to support fight against the diseases

PAHO awards Malaria Champions of the Americas for 2021, launches Multisectoral Action Guide to support fight against the diseases

Municipalities in Guatemala and Peru recognized for sustained effort against malaria despite the COVID-19 pandemic. Washington, DC, November 5, 2021 (PAHO) – The municipalities of La Gomera in Guatemala and Andoas in Peru were today awarded the 2021 Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Malaria Champions of the Americas prize for their work in achieving sustained decreases […]

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 Death Announcement of 88 year old Gwendaline Serrant of St Joseph who resided on St Croix USVI

Death Announcement of 88 year old Gwendaline Serrant of St Joseph who resided on St Croix USVI

The family of the late Gwendaline Serrant age 88 from St. Joseph Commonwealth of Dominica who resided on St. Croix U.S.V.I. is saddened to announce her passing on October 24, 2021.;  She is survived by her Spouse: Joseph EldonSerrant; Daughter(s): Cecilia Verne Bardouille, Marcella Edwards, Norla Blanc, Euda Serrant,Wilda Emmanuel; Sons: Everson and Danny Serrant; […]

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 The High Prevalence of Non-Communicable Diseases in the Caribbean is Exacerbating the Pandemic’s Impact and Hindering the Subregion’s Progress Towards Sustainable Development

The High Prevalence of Non-Communicable Diseases in the Caribbean is Exacerbating the Pandemic’s Impact and Hindering the Subregion’s Progress Towards Sustainable Development

 The high prevalence of non-communicable diseases in the Caribbean – such as high blood pressure, diabetes and cancer – is exacerbating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and hindering the subregion’s progress towards achieving sustainable development due to their multiple health, economic and social consequences, according to the authorities, representatives of international organizations and specialists […]

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