AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSubstance Use: Dominica psychiatrist Dr Nadia Wallace is urging Caribbean countries to consider raising the legal age for alcohol and cannabis use, warning of potential mental health effects. Trinidad and Tobago recently raised the age for alcohol and tobacco to 21 and cannabis to 25. Hospital Staffing: After doctors protested over delayed September pay and other workplace concerns, 16 DCFH doctors received their salaries. Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit has formed a committee to review staff issues, with weekly reports and monthly meetings; the DPSU says the protest brought positive results. Mental Health Care: Dominica is reviewing its Mental Health Act to strengthen patient rights, dignity and safeguards, following consultations with health stakeholders and people with lived experience. Local Services: The Esprit-Murphy Health and Wellness Centre resumes regular services on October 15, but extended hours remain suspended. Massacre and Fond Cole centres are also available. Food Security: For World Food Day, the Agriculture Ministry highlighted support for farmers, local production and sustainable farming as part of building a stronger food supply.
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