Government of Saint Lucia

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs has officially launched the skin health camp which is focused on assessing skin health of people and providing the necessary preventive medication and treatment. This community focused health initiative is part of an integrated approach to eliminate leprosy and ensure early detection of other skin diseases. The first skin health camp was held at...

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs in partnership with the Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust will be working towards strengthening the emergency care system in Saint Lucia. This collaboration will entail a pilot learning exchange program where healthcare professionals and UK-based experts will exchange knowledge, best practices and practical approaches to deliver high-qua...

Saint Lucia is well on its way to strengthening its capacity in rapid HIV and syphilis testing and improving the quality of laboratory services on island, following the completion of the Master Trainers Training Programme which is part of the OECS Global Fund HIV/TB Project. The programme was implemented through the engagement of the Caribbean Med Labs Foundation, contracted to provide technical s...

The Environmental Health Division within the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs invites butchers around the island to a special meeting and training session on Tuesday December 9, 2025 at 9am.

Stakeholders from various sectors such as national security, public health, secondary health facilities and government ministries met recently in a seminar to discuss the Early Warning System for Drugs in Saint Lucia. This seminar is expected to build the capacity of stakeholders to successfully implement the Early Warning System for drugs and also be better able to detect and respond to new and e...

In the headlines: The Taiwan Technical Mission opens a compost house at the Borderly Correctional Facility to boost sustainability and food security.and; the Caribbean Development Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank held a forum in Barbados to explore innovative debt management strategies for the region. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

The Government of Saint Lucia has reaffirmed its commitment to equitable access to quality education with the official disbursement of one hundred and twenty thousand Eastern Caribbean dollars to Seventh-day Adventist schools across the island. The funding forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen school infrastructure, improve learning environments, and ensure that students across all education...

Members of the Councils of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of the Eastern Caribbean (ICAEC) recently participated in the inaugural International Federation of Accountants (IFAC)–International Bar Association (IBA) Professional Body Anti-Money Laundering Capacity Building Workshop , held in the Cayman Islands from October 28 to 30, 2025 . Andrea St. Rose, President of the ICAEC, and Joanne C...

The Victoria Hospital was officially renamed as the Dr. Winston C.V. Parris Medical Complex, following a renaming ceremony hosted by the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs. Dr. Winston C.V. Parris, who worked as the only Consultant Anesthesiologist at the Victoria Hospital was honored and recognised for his valuable contribution to the health sector in the area of pain management. Fa...

Bordelais Correctional Facility Opens New Compost House to Boost Sustainability and Food Security

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs confirms reports of a rise in cases of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease in Saint Lucia. These cases are reported in some preschools and kindergartens around the island and the Ministry is working with these institutions to address the situation and protect the safety of children, staff members and families. Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is a highly...

Health Saint Lucian youth aged 11 to 16 years old, will get the opportunity to creatively express their views on the misuse of alcohol and the risks associated with its abuse, following the launch of the Alcohol Awareness Poster Competition by the Substance Abuse Advisory Council Secretariat (SAACS) within the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs. The poster competition will allow the...

In the headlines: Saint Lucia has secured a US $20 million loan from Taiwan to boost affordable housing and infrastructure, and; Saint Lucia and the OECS are partnering with CAF to boost sustainable financing, energy transition,  and regional development. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: Over 100 former public servants are to receive pensions under the new legislation, and; Taiwan donates a new ambulance to boost Saint Lucia's emergency response. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: Government through Export Saint Lucia has implemented a critical buffer to assist local exporters, and; several tourism stakeholders in Laborie benefit from a strategic networking event. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: Prime Minister Honorable Philip J.Pierre removes guarantor barrier, opening scholarships to more students, and; a flow of community support and solidarity for cancer survivors and fighters. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: The One Laptop Per Child Initiative receives support from the Republic of Azerbaijan, and; Saint Lucia is taking proactive steps to strengthen its national preparedness for future health emergencies with a three-day workshop. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: The 2025-2026 Saint Lucia cruise season is projected to register a 14% increase in passengers over last year's numbers and government increases support for registered private preschools and parents. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: Government ensures safety of Saint Lucian students as Hurricane Melissa hits Jamaica, and; the celebration of the Kweol language continues as the FRC warns Fred Lang Kweol. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

A renewed national drive toward sustainable food production and healthier communities took centre stage as stakeholders from across Saint Lucia united to chart the next phase of the island’s Food Systems Transformation Pathway. The high-level dialogue, held on October 23, 2025, at the Bay Gardens Resort, Rodney Bay, served as a powerful platform to accelerate Saint Lucia’s transition toward a more...

Health professionals and key national partners such as the National Emergency and Management Organization, Customs & Excise Department and the Saint Lucia Fire Service came together in a three-day Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan Development Workshop from October 21st to 23rd at the Harbor Club Hotel. The workshop which was hosted by the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs...

Health Region 4 comprising the communities of Micoud, Mon Repos, Ti-Rocher Micoud and Desruisseaux recently held a walk in the community of Micoud with the aim of raising awareness of breast cancer and showing support to breast cancer survivors and fighters. The walk started at the Micoud Wellness Centre, through the community to the Verge Point and back to the wellness centre. Participants benefi...