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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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Endoscopy Team Visits to Expand Local GI Cancer Screening Capabilities

The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) is pleased to announce the successful visit of a specialist Endoscopy team to the island between 6 – 27 May 2025. The visit of the team marks a significant step forward in the delivery of local gastrointestinal (GI) diagnostic services. Leading the effort was Dr. Gurubasavaiah Manjunath,

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Market Day for Women Agro-Producers in Celebration of International Women’s Day

The Social Services Department invites all women agro-producers on Montserrat to participate in a special Market Day on Friday, 7 March 2025 in observance of International Women’s Day. Women engaged in agricultural production, including fresh produce, condiments, jams, jellies, and other locally made goods, are encouraged to register for the event by Thursday, 6 March

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MONTSERRAT SAFEGUARDING BOARD RE-LAUNCHED

Her Excellency The Governor Mrs. Sarah Tucker and the Honorable Minister for Health, Social Services and Education, Dr. the Honorable Ingrid Buffonge are proud to confirm the formal relaunch of the Montserrat Safeguarding Board (MSB), which will re-convene in February to oversee and guide the care and support offered to children and vulnerable adults across Montserrat.  The MSB

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Ministry of Health Signs Contract for Construction of the New National Hospital

Friday, 24 January 2025– The Ministry of Health and Social Services is today announcing the signing of the contract for Phase three (3), also called Main Hospital, of the New National Hospital of Montserrat project. This important milestone marks the beginning of the construction of a 75,000+ square foot, state-of-the-art healthcare facility that will provide

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Ministry of Health and Social Services Issues Advisory on Impetigo Outbreak Among Children

The Ministry of Health and Social Services is alerting the public to an outbreak of impetigo among infants and young children across Montserrat. Impetigo is a common and highly contagious skin infection caused by bacteria that enter the skin through minor cuts, insect bites or other skin irritations. The infection results in red sores, often

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