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Ministry of Health and Social Services Implements New Healthcare Fee Structure

The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) will implement a new healthcare fee structure at the GlendonHospital, effective 4 February 2026. The new fee structure is aimed at improving access to medical services and ensuring greater equity across the population.Under the Public Hospital (Amendment) Regulations, Statutory Rules and Orders (S.R.O.) 1 of 2026; the […]

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Montserrat Prepares to Host St. Helena Health Officials in a Health Exchange Visit

Montserrat’s Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) will be hosting St. Helena’s Minister of Health and Social Care, Martin Henry, and Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Peter Ross from February 3rd to 10th 2026 on a reciprocal health systems exchange. The visit is supported and facilitated by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) aimed at

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Deputy Director Appointed for the Department of Social Services

Sharese Allen has been appointed as the Deputy Director of the Department of Social Services. Ms Allen’s appointment is just one of the latest moves by the Ministry of Health and Social Services to improve the operations of the department. Lyndon Neptune has also been appointed Senior Probation Officer. The ministry will soon be on-boarding

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Ministry of Health & Social Services Commissions New Mobile Medical Van and Solar Portable Storage Container

The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) officially commissioned two (2) major additions to Montserrat’s health infrastructure: a Mobile Medical Van and a Solar Portable Storage Container. The Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Direct Relief Project provided funding for this initiative with an allocation of EC$488,268 (US$180,000) for the purchase and outfitting of

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Confirmed Cases of Dengue Fever on Island

The Ministry of Health and Social Services wishes to inform the public that two (2) confirmed cases of dengue fever have been detected on the island. These cases were identified in individuals with no travel history suggesting that the Dengue Virus was locally transmitted. Suspected cases are also under investigation. Health officials are actively monitoring

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WORLD CHILDREN’S DAY ACTIVITIES OBSERVED ON MONTSERRAT

The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) joined in the worldwide celebration of children today, observing World Children’s Day 2025. World Children’s Day is celebrated on the 20th of November each year to promote international togetherness, awareness among children worldwide, and improving children’s welfare. This year’s theme is “My Day, My Rights” which focuses

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Montserrat Attends OECS 11th Council of Ministers: Health in Grenada

The Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) is holding the 11th Council of Ministers: Health in Grenada on October 22nd and 23rd, 2025. Minister of Health and Social Services, Dr. the Hon. Ingrid Buffonge, as well as acting permanent secretary for Health, Viona Alexander-Smith, are attending the meeting. The 38th OECS- Pharmaceutical Procurement Services (PPS)

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Ministry of Health and Social Services Launches “Summer Smiles” Dental Programme

The Ministry of Health and Social Services is pleased to announce the launch of “Summer Smiles.” “Summer Smiles” is an annual follow-up initiative by the Dental Clinic aimed at promoting continued oral health care for students of the Montserrat Secondary School (MSS). This summer programme runs from the beginning of July to the end of

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Ministry of Health Congratulates Local Nurses on RENR Success, Welcomes New Nursing Staff

The Ministry of Health and Social Servicesextends heartfelt congratulations to Fionan Brown and Kerry-Ann Weekes, two outstanding local nurses who were among the top performers in the April 2025 Regional Examination for Nurses Registration (RENR). The Success of our local nurses demonstrate the Ministry of Health’s prioritization of our healthcare workers and its commitment to

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