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Health Ministry announces resumption of services at Clare Hall Health Center
The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Social Transformation, and the Environment is pleased to announce the resumption of services at the Clare Hall Health Center on May 13th, 2024. After undergoing extensive upgrades and maintenance, the facility is ready to resume its vital services to the community. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK…
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May is Stroke Month: Dr. Gaden Osborne urges a ‘grassroot’ approach to stroke prevention in Antigua and Barbuda
May is designated as Stroke Awareness Month, aiming to raise awareness about the symptoms and risk factors of stroke, which are largely preventable with lifelong control of risk factors, particularly high blood pressure. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP At our 5th Annual Cardiac Symposium…
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UPP Will Focus on Harnessing Youth Skills and Talents to Contribute to Nation Building
The 12th Biennial Convention of the United Progressive Party (UPP) will feature a week of activities under the theme “Together in Unity: Forward to Victory.” “Youth Connect,” an initiative designed to inspire, educate and empower the youth, will be held on Thursday 18th April at Freedom Hall, under the theme “The Contributions of Youth Talent…
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Montserrat health officials warn of spike in chickenpox cases
CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Health officials in Montserrat have sounded the alarm on an increase in cases of chickenpox on the island. The Ministry of Health and Social Services did not reveal how many cases of the contagious virus were discovered but said…
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Here’s this week’s fogging schedule
CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Here is the fogging schedule for Antigua from April 1st to April 5th, 2024: Please note the following: – Fogging will be conducted at 4:30am and 4:30pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. – Persons with respiratory illnesses…
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PAHO calls for collective action in response to record increase in dengue cases in the Americas
CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) today warned about the surge in dengue cases in the Americas. As of March 26, 2024, over 3.5 million cases and more than 1,000 deaths have been reported in the region. “This is…
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Health ministry in Guyana confirms chickenpox outbreak in prison
CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Health authorities in Guyana say they are working with the Prisons Service to address an outbreak of chickenpox at the Lusignan Prison, in the County of East Demerara and miles from the capital, Georgetown. Chickenpox is a highly contagious…
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Puerto Rico declares epidemic following spike in dengue cases
CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Puerto Rico’s health secretary declared an epidemic on Monday following a spike in dengue cases. The US territory of 3.2 million people has reported at least 549 cases so far this year, compared with a total of 1,293 cases…
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PM and Government of Antigua and Barbuda congratulate country’s newly graduated doctors from Cuba
Prime Minister the Hon. Gaston Browne and the Government of Antigua and Barbuda congratulate the country’s newly graduated doctors from the Republic of Cuba. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Dr. Jason Thwaites, Dr. Phillescia Jean, Dr. Grace Edwards, Dr. Doniece Thomas and Dr. Lee-Ann Sandy graduated on Sunday 18th February from the…
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This subtle sign of a heart attack is something many women often ignore
In a recent segment on the “Today” show, Chantrise Holliman, a mother, wife and heart health educator based in Georgia, shared the story of her heart attack and what seemed like the fairly benign symptoms that accompanied it. Holliman experienced nausea, vomiting and mild chest pressure. The first two symptoms ― which aren’t commonly associated…
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This is the best sleeping position if indigestion is keeping you up at night: experts
Suffering from indigestion after stuffing yourself with holiday leftovers? Sleeping on your left side can greatly reduce reflux, according to the Canadian Society of Intestinal Research. Digestive or gastrointestinal issues — such as indigestion, diarrhea, constipation, gas, heartburn, and acid reflux — are common around the holidays. “The gut thrives in routine, especially when it…