The Ministry of Health informs the public that Phase 1B of the COVID-19 vaccination campaign has commenced. In Phase 1B, people who are 65 years and older; residents of elderly homes and people living with chronic health conditions will be vaccinated. People are encouraged to pre-register ahead of time via the online platform https://hmi.govt.lc/ or at the Community Wellness Centre nearest to you. The Ministry of Health will be implementing […]
Today Monday March 1, 2021 Saint Lucia received a donation of 25,000 doses of the Oxford AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine from the Republic of India as a gesture of friendship and solidarity. This support is a very tangible expression of the commitment by the Republic of India to support the government and people of Saint Lucia in reducing the spread of COVID-19. This donation of vaccines will significantly strengthen our national […]
The Ministry of Health and Wellness notes the concerns by some media personnel and citizens as it relates to the medical gas (oxygen) situation at the Respiratory Hospital (Victoria Hospital). The Ministry of Health and Wellness wishes to categorically deny the misinformation of a shortage of medical gas (oxygen) at the Respiratory Hospital (Victoria Hospital). The current medical gas system at the Respiratory Hospital, which existed before the move to […]
Today Thursday February 11, 2021, the Ministry of Health and Wellness received confirmation from the Ezra Long Laboratory of 278 new cases of COVID-19. This is from a batch of 617 tests conducted on samples taken during the period January 29 to February 11, 2021. Monday February 8, 2021: a total of 287 tests were conducted with 117 positive samples Tuesday February 9, 2021: a total of 330 tests were […]
Saint Lucia’s new isolation strategy The Ministry of Health and Wellness continues our focused efforts to manage the current surge in COVID-19 cases being diagnosed in Saint Lucia. The Ministry has utilized a mixed model of care which allowed for the management of mild cases to take place within communities. They have been monitored by a dedicated medical team overseeing cases being managed at home. This approach had been taken […]
Existing COVID-19 Prevention and Control Protocols Extended until February 16th DOWNLOAD FULL DOCUMENT As the Government of Saint Lucia continues to manage the COVID-19 pandemic and further contain the spread of the virus, the current protocols and measures have been extended until Tuesday 16th February 2021. The restriction on the sale of alcohol has also been extended until Wednesday 24th February 2021. As per the decision by the Parliament of […]
Saint Lucia records 20th, 21st and 22nd COVID-19 related deaths Today Tuesday February 9, 2021 the Ministry of Health received confirmation from the Ezra Long Laboratory of 110 new cases of COVID-19. This is from a total of 247 samples processed on Sunday February 7, 2021 for a range of days. All of these individuals were seen within the community at a respiratory clinic where they were assessed and tested […]
UWI open campus Saint Lucia to host virtual country conference - February 15-17, 2021 The UWI Open Campus Saint Lucia, in collaboration with the GEF Small Grants Programme UNDP, will host its 4th Country Conference from the 15th to 17th February 2021. The theme of this year’s Conference is “Visioning Sustainable Futures - Confronting the Threats of Climate Change and Climate Variability”, and it is expected to provide an avenue […]
Fond Doux Eco Resort unveils new chocolate bar for 42nd Independence Anniversary In commemoration of Saint Lucia’s 42nd Independence Anniversary and on the 18th Anniversary of the employment of Ms. Cornelia Judy Felix with Fond Doux Eco Resort, the Directors Eroline and Lyton Lamontagne have created a new chocolate bar “Judy’s Milk Chocolate” in recognition of her long and outstanding service. Fond Doux Eco Resort first started as a historic […]
