AGP Executive Report
Last update: 35 minutes agoHealth Infrastructure & Primary Care: Dominica’s government says it’s strengthening primary healthcare by commissioning and renaming the Savanne Paile Health Centre as the Nurses’ Parillon and Peter Health Centre, with upgrades aimed at better consultations, maternal and child health, immunisation, chronic disease management, and safer working conditions for staff. Disability Services: A proposed National Disability Affairs Unit is welcomed, but questions are raised about how it will work alongside the existing National Commission for Persons with Disabilities and whether the revised disability action plan will guide the new unit’s work. Housing for Climate Resilience: PM Skerrit says 215 climate-resilient homes will be handed over across nine communities, including 11 homes in Canefield East—part of a wider push to protect families after hurricanes and natural disasters. Community Health & Wellness: Eco Balance secured a grant for its “Greening Farms” project in central Dominica, focusing on safer, more resilient farming through soil/runoff assessments, training, composting systems, and support for women farmers. Dementia Support: The Dominica Dementia Foundation marks 10 years of advocacy and care for people living with dementia and their caregivers. Local Politics (Health-linked): In Roseau North by-elections, DLP’s Ashma McDougall is projected to win, campaigning on issues including health, sanitation, drainage, waste management, and housing. Regional Health Note: St Kitts and Nevis PM Dr Terrance Drew says he is in stable condition after illness and ongoing medical evaluations overseas.
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