Ministry of Health & Social Services

 Health Team Strengthens Vaccine Awareness During Vaccination Week in the Americas

The Ministry of Health and Social Services has ramped up public education, training and outreach efforts as part of Vaccination Week in the Americas (VWA). The week is being recognized this year from 26th April to 3rd May under the theme “Your Decision Makes the Difference. Immunization for All”. Leading the charge is Expanded Programme […]

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Ministry of Health and Social Services Receives Two Ambulances from the Governor’s Office

The Ministry of Health and Social Services today officially received two (2) ambulances from the Governor’s Office during a handover ceremony held at the Ministry of Buildings, Utilities, Infrastructure, Labour and Transportation (BUILT) Workshop. The two (2) Mercedes-Benz Sprinter ambulances, donated by the West Midlands Ambulance Service in the United Kingdom are fully prepared for

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Groundbreaking Ceremony Marks Historic Milestone for New National Hospital

The Ministry of Health and Social Services proudly announces the official groundbreaking of the new National Hospital, a landmark project that signifies a bold and transformative step in the delivery of healthcare in Montserrat. At a moving and symbolic ceremony held on Monday 7, April 2025, Permanent Secretary (PS) of Health and Social Services, Ms.

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Ministry of Health and Social Services Issues Alert on Influenza A Flu Outbreak

The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) is issuing a public health alert regarding a local outbreak of Influenza A flu on island. Health authorities have confirmed a significant increase in reported cases and immediate preventive measures are advised to limit the spread of the virus. Influenza A is a highly contagious respiratory illness

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Ministry of Health and Social Services Announces Temporary Closure and Relocation of Essential Hospital Services

The Ministry of Health and Social Services has today announced the relocation of several essential Glendon Hospital services to the former Margetson Memorial Home effective 18th March, 2025. This relocation is a crucial step in the ongoing New National Hospital Development Project. Decanting of these services is necessary to facilitate demolition of the buildings in

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Ministry of Health and Social Services Launches Auditory Assessments in Annual School Health Programme in Commemoration of World Hearing Day

In recognition of World Hearing Day, the Ministry of Health and Social Services is pleased to announce the introduction of auditory assessments as part of the Annual School Health Programme. This initiative will provide hearing screenings for children aged 4-5 who are transitioning to primary school, ensuring early detection and intervention for hearing impairments. The

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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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Remote Monitoring Systems Installed at the Glendon Hospital

Tuesday, 11 February 2025 – The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) is pleased to announce the installation of advanced remote life signs monitoring systems in the wards of Glendon Hospital. This groundbreaking initiative, funded through the Resilience, Sustainable Energy, and Marine Biodiversity (RESEMBID), marks a significant milestone in enhancing healthcare services on the

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Ministry of Health and Social Services Seeks Foster Carers to Support Children in Need

The Department of Social Services is calling on compassionate individuals and families to consider becoming foster carers for children in need of care and protection. The Department’s Foster Parent Programme provides emergency, short-term or long-term placements to children in need of stability and safe nurturing homes. Director of Social Services, Mrs. Teresena Fergus, emphasized the

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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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