Project Implementation Unit, MOH - Saint Lucia

It was indeed a special moment for the Millennium Heights Medical Complex as they received a mammography machine which was made possible through the Health System Strengthening Project (HSSP). The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs recognized the importance of this equipment to the hospital in ensuring they provide breast cancer screening to their clients and ensure early detection.

As part of observing National Stress Awareness Month in April, the staff of the Delcer Wellness Centre got the opportunity to participate in a mental health workshop. The workshop was aimed at providing staff members with the knowledge on how to cope with stress at work and home; how to cope with people who may be mentally ill and an understanding of the strategies to help clients cope with the stress of managing diseases such as Diabetes and Hypertension. The workshop was facilitated by Social Worker, Leafa Emmanue. This workshop took place at the Delcer Wellness Centre.

The Performance-Based Financing (PBF) services were brought to the people of Anse La Raye following an outreach and screening activity. Individuals got to receive screening and treatment services for Diabetes and Hypertension.

The Soufriere Hospital was the next health facility to engage its clients and residents to participate in a walk where they got to be part of the health and wellness move by exercising.

Clients of Ti-Rocher Micoud Wellness Centre and community members joined in the action and participate in a fun walk focused on promoting exercising and controlling Diabetes and Hypertension.