Health Task Force in action
A public consultation hosted by the Health Task Force, established by THA Chief Secretary Hon. Kelvin Charles, was held on March 3. It is chaired by THA Chief Administrator Bernadette Solomon-Koroma. The consultation was part of its efforts to engage with individuals and communities across the island. Solomon-Koroma said she was impressed with the frankness of […]
Health Responds to COVID-19
The Division of Health, Wellness and Family Development held a media briefing on the Division’s response to the threat of the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The panel members included Secretary of the Division Councillor Dr. Agatha Carrington, Acting County Medical Officer of Health (CMOH) Dr. Tiffany Hoyte, Head of the Accident and Emergency Department – Scarborough […]
Working towards better health coverage
The Family Planning Association of Trinidad and Tobago (FPATT) held their annual ‘Report to the Nation’ on February 6th at the Central Bank Auditorium, Port-of-Spain. Themed ‘Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights: An Essential Element to Achieving Universal Health Coverage,’ Health Secretary Councillor Dr. Agatha Carrington delivered greetings at the event. “The Tobago House of […]
Task Force for Health
The operationalization of a task force on the health sector has been confirmed at the latest plenary sitting of the Tobago House of Assembly (THA). THA Chief Secretary Hon. Kelvin Charles said the body is reviewing and addressing the challenges being faced by Tobago’s health institutions. “The first meeting was held on January 21st, 2020 […]
Pay attention to your health
The Division of Health, Wellness and Family Development is advising the public to pay attention to the symptoms associated with the coronavirus disease, which originated in China. This large family of viruses can cause illnesses ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases. The common symptoms to look for include fever and breathing difficulties. […]
Second orientation held
An orientation session was held for the second batch of daily paid, public health workers at the Fairfield Complex, Bacolet, on January 27, 2020. Health Secretary Councillor Dr. Agatha Carrington encouraged the workers to help improve the service the Division currently provides. “We expect a change to ensure the work is done, how it should be done,” […]