Suicide prevention must be prioritized after 18 months of COVID-19 pandemic, says PAHO

Suicide prevention must be prioritized after 18 months of COVID-19 pandemic, says PAHO

Washington, DC, September 9, 2021 (PAHO) – In the framework of World Suicide Prevention Day, which takes place on September 10 each year, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) warns that the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the risk factors associated with suicidal behaviors and calls for prioritizing its prevention.   Studies have shown that the pandemic has amplified risk […]

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 DOMINICA’S FORT YOUNG HOTEL & DIVE RESORT ANNOUNCES CARIBBEAN’S FIRST-EVER “ALL-INCLUSIVE, ISLAND-INCLUDED” RESORT EXPERIENCE 

DOMINICA’S FORT YOUNG HOTEL & DIVE RESORT ANNOUNCES CARIBBEAN’S FIRST-EVER “ALL-INCLUSIVE, ISLAND-INCLUDED” RESORT EXPERIENCE 

The First-of-Its-Kind for the Caribbean’s Nature Island, the All-Inclusive, Island-Included Resort Will Give Guests An Immersive Dominica Experience, Inclusive of Unique City, Land and Sea Expeditions that Support the Community  Roseau, Dominica —  Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort, the “Nature Island’s” landmark, waterfront hotel on the edge of Dominica’s capital, Roseau, today announced it’s […]

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 Death Announcement of 66-year-old Helen Theodore Joseph better known as Mamo of Bense who resided at Wesley. 

Death Announcement of 66-year-old Helen Theodore Joseph better known as Mamo of Bense who resided at Wesley. 

We announce the death of 66-year-old Helen Theodore Joseph better known as Mamo of Bense who resided at Wesley.  Left to mourn are her: Husband: Martin Joseph Children Louisa Warrington in Calibishie, Florence Joseph in St. Thomas, Earlyn Greenaway, Celsus Joseph and Williamson Joseph in Antigua. Three step children Dave, Martina and Maundy Joseph in […]

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 THE PRESIDENT OF THE DOMINICA STATE COLLEGE, DR. DONALD PETERS SAYS THAT THE FALL SEMESTER HAS STARTED

THE PRESIDENT OF THE DOMINICA STATE COLLEGE, DR. DONALD PETERS SAYS THAT THE FALL SEMESTER HAS STARTED

“COVID-19 has brought about some real health and logistical challenges to the country. As a result, the college has had to become very innovative and creative in delivering its usual high standard of education in this unexpected pandemic environment. I am pleased, therefore, that today we have started our Fall Semester and will be delivering all our courses online for the […]

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 PAHO Director urges countries to prioritize pregnant and lactating women for COVID-19 vaccinations

PAHO Director urges countries to prioritize pregnant and lactating women for COVID-19 vaccinations

Washington, DC, September 8, 2021 (PAHO) – Warning that COVID-19 represents a serious risk for pregnant women in Latin America and the Caribbean, Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Director Carissa F. Etienne urged countries to prioritize expectant and lactating mothers for vaccinations. “We know that if pregnant women get sick, they have a higher risk of developing […]

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 The UWI congratulates Ambassador Dr the Honourable June Soomer on receiving the Order “José de Marcoleta”

The UWI congratulates Ambassador Dr the Honourable June Soomer on receiving the Order “José de Marcoleta”

The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica W.I. Tuesday, September 7, 2021. — The University of the West Indies (The UWI) proudly congratulates Ambassador Dr the Honourable June Soomer on receiving the Order “José de Marcoleta” in the Degree of Grand Cross, which is the highest distinction that the Republic of Nicaragua can convey upon a foreign […]

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 Death Announcement of 74 yrs old Olive Daniel Thomas of Bioche, better known as Anthea, who resided at Copthall.

Death Announcement of 74 yrs old Olive Daniel Thomas of Bioche, better known as Anthea, who resided at Copthall.

We announce the death of 74 yrs old Olive Daniel Thomas of Bioche, better known as Anthea, who resided at Copthall. She leaves to mourn the following Husband:   Melrose Thomas Children:  Anthony Ishmael, John Jno. Baptiste and adopted  daugter Aldith Thomas Scotland   Grand Children:   Brandon Ishmael and Keyan  Jno. Baptiste Brothers: Avon, […]

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