AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoHIV Alert Ahead of Carnival: St. Vincent and the Grenadines health officials say new HIV infections are rising, with the highest numbers among ages 25–29 and men over 60. Chief Health Promotion Officer Shanika John stressed that you can’t tell by appearance—testing is the only way—and urged condom use and safer sex as VincyMas approaches, when travel, alcohol use, and casual relationships can increase risk. Mental Health Care Boost: The Ministry of Health says a consultant psychiatrist, Dr. Eloy Asanza Castillo, has been appointed to the Mental Health Rehabilitation Centre as part of mental health reform. AI Skills for Imaging: Radiographer Celeste Cumberbatch-Garrett completed AI-based medical image analysis training in Taiwan, aiming to strengthen early detection and diagnostic accuracy at Milton Cato Memorial Hospital. STI Testing Uptick: Planned Parenthood reports more people coming forward for STI testing ahead of Carnival, encouraging regular check-ups and testing. Youth Safety Push: Police launched the “steps project” to help students resist peer pressure and grooming, focusing on prevention before harm occurs.
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