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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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Ministry of Health and Social Services and Keele University and Partner to Strengthen Nursing Education on Montserrat

The Ministry of Health & Social Services has announced a partnership with Keele University, the Calderdale and Huddersfield Foundation Trust (CHFT), and the National Health Service (NHS), United Kingdom to strengthen nursing education and improve clinical practice within the healthcare system. In speaking on this initiative, Ms Violet Brown; Director of Nursing, emphasized the importance

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Second Cohort Successfully Completes the Montserrat Care Certificate Course

The Ministry of Health and Social Services is pleased to announce that thirteen (13) caregivers have successfully completed the six-month Montserrat Care Certificate Course. This second cohort of trained caregiver marks another significant step towards strengthening the island’s health and social care workforce. The graduation and pinning ceremony took place on Monday, October 6, 2025,

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Montserrat Transitions to Digital Import Licence System

The Business Trade and Investment (BTI) Unit is excited to announce the shift from manual import licence books to a fully digital import licence application system, effective Monday 22 September. This forms part of the Government of Montserrat’s ongoing efforts to digitise public services, enhance operational efficiency, and reduce our environmental impact. This applies to

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Our Health Magazine

The Ministry of Health and Social Services has published its first magazine. Our Health will be produced once a quarter and will offer local health news and Ministry updates, expert advice and community stories; all designed to keep you informed and inspired to live well. Issue 1 is available here: https://www.gov.ms/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Our-Health-q1-25-26.pdf

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Public Health Alert: Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Detected on Island

The Ministry of Health and Social Services wishes to update the public on the recent increase in pediatric cases presenting with fever and generalized rash. Following laboratory investigations, health authorities have confirmed the presence enterovirus in a number of affected children. Several strains of enterovirus are known to cause the childhood illness known as Hand,

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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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