New York hospital donates recliners to Montserrat health service
The management and staff at the Mount Sinai Morningside hospital in New York have donated high quality recliner chairs to Montserrat’s health service. Designed to…
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Health officials warn of impetigo outbreak among children in Montserrat
Health officials have issued a public warning about an outbreak of impetigo among infants and young children in Montserrat, urging parents and carers to exercise…
Government invites bids for supply of mortuary chiller and freezer
The Ministry of Health and Social Services is requesting bids for the supply of a large chiller and freezer for a mortuary in Montserrat. It…
Life-saving mammograms now available for Montserrat residents
Residents of Montserrat can now access vital mammography services at Glendon Hospital’s radiology department. Licensed physicians in Montserrat including Ministry of Health medical officers and…
Health ministry to conduct landmark study on HPV rates in Montserrat
A new study is set to begin soon in Montserrat to assess the prevalence of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) in the local population. HPV is one…
Visiting radiologist supports hospital in rollout of mammogram services
Esteemed radiologist Dr Sundeep Shah paid a visit to Glendon Hospital to help Montserrat’s radiology team prepare for the rollout of mammogram and CT scan…
Health ministry awards contract for phase two of new national hospital
The Ministry of Health and Social Services has awarded the contract for phase two of the new national hospital build. Steel Express, based in Montserrat…
Community health and senior support workers complete care course
Eighteen community health and senior support workers have completed a course designed to equip them with the skills, knowledge and competencies to deliver high quality…
Visiting Montserratian cardiologist and team provide specialised care
Renowned Montserratian cardiologist Dr Icilma Fergus-Rowe and her team from New York spent a week in Montserrat providing specialised care. The annual visit is part…
Breast cancer awareness charity launches second Step Challenge
A charity in Montserrat dedicated to breast cancer awareness and early detection has launched its second annual Step Challenge fundraiser. Participants are encouraged to walk…