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JNF General Hospital Launches Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Training Course

Published 30 May 2023

Basseterre

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JNF General Hospital Launches Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Training Course

Basseterre, St. Kitts, May 30, 2023 [Ministry of Health] – The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department at JNF General Hospital is proud to announce the commencement of a comprehensive training course on Pre-Hospital Emergency Care today, May 30, 2023. This course aims to enhance the skill sets of our dedicated EMS staff, enabling them to provide optimal care for patients under their supervision.



Facilitated by Matthew Rolph, a former paramedic from the United Kingdom and founder of EMS International, this training course represents the systematic and data-driven approach being demonstrated by this administration to improving pre-hospital emergency care. Mr. Rolph brings with him a wealth of knowledge and years of experience, and he is eager to share his expertise with our team of paramedics.


 MR. MATTHEW ROLPH

“I’m here to help out, and to hopefully help develop EMS services so that there is comparability with international emergency health professionals,” expressed Mr. Rolph, emphasizing his dedication to fostering growth within the EMS field.

While this course serves as a foundational program, the Ministry of Health remains dedicated to providing continuous opportunities for our staff to further advance their knowledge and skills. By doing so, we strive to keep pace with the evolving healthcare landscape and deliver the highest standard of care to our community.



Over the next five days, the training course will cover updated techniques and procedures in emergency care. This immersive learning experience will empower our twelve participants to handle various emergency scenarios effectively, equipping them with the necessary tools to address critical situations with confidence.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Rolph and EMS International for their valuable support and guidance in facilitating this training course, as well as Dr. Woodley. Their contribution will undoubtedly elevate the standard of pre-hospital emergency care at JNF General Hospital.

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Hospital reintroducing mask wearing

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Basseterre

Published 28 May 2023

Antigua News

The Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre says it is reintroducing the requirement for the wearing of masks as of Tuesday, May 30, 2023. The hospital says this is due to the “escalating number of COVID-19 cases in our community and in our hospital.”

https://antiguanewsroom.com/hospital-reintroducing-mask-wearing/

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Ministry of Health Reminds the Public of Blood Giving Procedures and Encourages Community Support

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Basseterre

Published 27 May 2023

Ministry of Health Reminds the Public of Blood Giving Procedures and Encourages Community Support


Basseterre, St. Kitts May 27, 2023 [Ministry of Health] — The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with Joseph N France General Hospital Blood Bank, wishes to remind the public about the importance of blood donation and urges individuals to find the time to give back to our community.

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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE WELCOMES NEW VET

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Basseterre

Published 26 May 2023

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE WELCOMES NEW VETERINARIAN


(Basseterre, St. Kitts, May 25, 2023):
The Department of Agriculture, St. Kitts welcomed its new Veterinarian, Dr. Kofi Sylvester on Wednesday, 24th May 2023. Dr. Sylvester immediately assumes the role of Veterinary Officer in the Veterinary Services Unit.
He was born on the island of Tobago, the sister Isle of the twin island Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. The second of two children, Dr. Sylvester’s love for agriculture began in his early years while spending time with his father who worked as an agricultural foreman at the island’s Farm School.

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL PROVISION OF SECURITY SERVICES FOR THE JOSEPH N FRANCE GENERAL HOSPITAL

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Basseterre

Published 26 May 2023

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
PROVISION OF SECURITY SERVICES FOR THE
JOSEPH N FRANCE GENERAL HOSPITAL

The Ministry of Health, Government of St. Kitts and Nevis invites Professional Security Services businesses or companies to submit a tender to deliver first class security service at the Joseph N. France General Hospital.  The Joseph N. France General Hospital is the Federation’s leading public healthcare institution providing healthcare services to the citizens and residents of St. Kitts and Nevis.

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