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Mia Mottley Administration Launches Comprehensive Drug Prevention Campaign in Response to Increased Youth Drug Use

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Jan 15, 2024

Mia Mottley Administration Launches Comprehensive Drug Prevention Campaign in Response to Increased Youth Drug Use

The Mia Mottley administration is prioritizing drug prevention in 2024, responding to evidence of increased drug use among youth. The ministry aims for evidence-based programming and local research to distribute accurate information for informed decision-making in communities. There is a call for collective action and cooperation between the church and state in addressing substance abuse.

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Jan 14, 2024

Employees of The Tavern Pub in Bagatelle Assist in Emergency Birth of Twins

"In a serendipitous turn of events, two employees of The Tavern Pub in Bagatelle, St Thomas, come to the aid of a woman about to deliver her twins after emergency circumstances force her to seek help at the pub."

Jan 14, 2024

Ministry of Health's Vector Control Unit to Conduct Mosquito Eradication in St John and St Michael Districts This Week

The Ministry of Health's Vector Control Unit will conduct fogging exercises in St John and St Michael districts this week, targeting specific areas each day from January 15 to 19.

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Jan 13, 2024

National Council on Substance Abuse Urges Reporting of Synthetic Drug Usage in Barbados

The National Council on Substance Abuse (NCSA) urges Barbadians to report suspected synthetic drug usage, highlighting the deadly consequences. Testing of suspicious substances can help inform the public about new psychoactive substances.

Jan 12, 2024

Dengue Fever Outbreak Claims Two Lives; Ministry of Health and Wellness Reports

"Two deaths have been recorded as a result of the current dengue fever outbreak, with one confirmed case and one suspected case. The outbreak, which began in October 2023, has seen a total of 428 confirmed cases and 2,105 suspected cases as of December 22."

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Mia Mottley Administration Launches Comprehensive Drug Prevention Campaign in Response to Increased Youth Drug Use

Employees of The Tavern Pub in Bagatelle Assist in Emergency Birth of Twins

Ministry of Health's Vector Control Unit to Conduct Mosquito Eradication in St John and St Michael Districts This Week

More in Health

National Council on Substance Abuse Urges Reporting of Synthetic Drug Usage in Barbados

Dengue Fever Outbreak Claims Two Lives; Ministry of Health and Wellness Reports

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Mia Mottley Administration Launches Comprehensive Drug Prevention Campaign in Response to Increased Youth Drug Use

Employees of The Tavern Pub in Bagatelle Assist in Emergency Birth of Twins

Ministry of Health's Vector Control Unit to Conduct Mosquito Eradication in St John and St Michael Districts This Week

More in Health

National Council on Substance Abuse Urges Reporting of Synthetic Drug Usage in Barbados

Dengue Fever Outbreak Claims Two Lives; Ministry of Health and Wellness Reports

Sharon Blackman's Inspiring Journey of Overcoming Adversity and Achieving Academic Success

Barbados Licensing Authority Introduces New Driving Licence Renewal Process for Senior Citizens

PAHO Warns of Circulation of SARS-CoV-2 and Other Respiratory Viruses in Americas: Recommendations for Surveillance and Response

Floor Collapse at Mount Tabor Primary School Prompts Student Relocation and Prompt Medical Response, Ministry of Education Reports

Head of BAMP Warns of Potential Health Challenges as Children Return to School

Barbados Ministry of Health Denies Mask Mandate Rumors, Encourages Respiratory Symptom-sufferers to Wear Masks