On 31 July, Grenada received CARPHA’s donation of essential public health supplies and promotional material addressing post-hurricane health and safety measures, including hygiene, sanitation and infectious diseases

Partnering with the Rotary Club of Grenada, RAM’s recognises the urgency of providing clean drinking water as a fundamental need for those affected by Hurricane Beryl

Fifteen dengue fever cases were reported in Week 29, and 23 cases in Week 30, none of which were severe enough to require hospitalisation

View the full post Steady rise in dengue fever cases on NOW Grenada.

Several foods that can be consumed regularly to help ease the effects of sinusitis and congestion include pineapples, garlic, peppers, spicy foods and turmeric and ginger

View the full post Foods that promote and relieve sinus congestion on NOW Grenada.

The iCare clinics seek to serve at least 300 people per day with free eye exams, laser treatments for glaucoma, and free prescription glasses, reading glasses and sunglasses

The 2-day workshop hosted by the Special and Inclusive Education Needs Unit, in collaboration with the Early Childhood Education (ECE) Unit, was held at the Anglican High School in St George and at the St Andrew’s Methodist School in Grenville

“Breastfeeding is the safest way to feed your baby; post-disaster, water for cleaning bottles and teats is limited”

View the full post Complementary feeding for babies and toddlers post-disaster on NOW Grenada.

CARPHA deployed technical staff to support the assessments of shelters, health facilities and the public health situation in Grenada as part of the CDEMA-led Rapid Needs Assessment Team (RNAT)

It is important to have foods stored that can be stored and consumed safely for up to 3 days post-disaster and also foods that are suitable to be stored for up to 2 weeks or more post-disaster

The Ministry of Health informs there is a disruption in the provision of medical services at the Gouyave Health Centre (Polyclinic), and all services are temporarily offered/relocated to the Victoria Medical Station in St Mark