Bridgetown, Barbados 10 April 2026 (PAHO/WHO) - The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) held the first ReLAVRA+ webinar of 2026, bringing together countries across the Region to strengthen how antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is measured, understood, and addressed. AMR occurs when bacteria and other microorganisms change over time and no…
Bridgetown, Barbados, 10 April 2026 (PAHO/WHO) - The Pan American Health Organization’s (PAHOs) Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) team has had a busy start to the year, engaging with partners across the region to share knowledge, strengthen collaboration, and highlight progress under the UK Fleming Fund-supported project,…
Saint George’s, Grenada, 23 March 2026 (PAHO) - The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) participated in the International Conference on Cancer in Geographically Isolated Populations (ICCGIP), held in Grenada on 20 March 2026 under the theme “Medical Travel for Cancer Care – Navigating Access, Quality, and Equity.” The conference…
Kingston, Jamaica, 09 April 2026 (PAHO) – In the wake of Hurricane Melissa, persons living with HIV (PLHIV) in Jamaica faced numerous challenges that threatened their health and continuity of care. Disruptions to treatment, food insecurity, and breakdowns in communication left many vulnerable. At the same time, some of the very organizations they…
Bridgetown, Barbados, 8 April 2026 (PAHO/WHO) - The Pan American Health Organization / World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO), in collaboration with regional and international partners, today launched the Caribbean Training Workshop on Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and new technologies for Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)…
Port-of-Spain, 8 April 2026 (PAHO): Imagine being on the front line of a mass casualty incident, where every action counts and the situation continues well into the night. This immersive experience defined the final simulation exercise of the Mass Casualty Management (MCM) training for the Eastern Regional Health Authority, offering participants a…
Rio de Janeiro, April 8, 2026 (BIREME/PAHO/WHO) – The COVID-19 Pandemic Digital Memorial was officially launched as part of the World Health Day program, which this year paid tribute to the victims of COVID-19. The event, held at the Cultural Center of the Ministry of Health (CCMS), also marked the reopening of the venue, with a program dedicated…
Belize City, Belize, April 7, 2026 (PAHO) — Belize joins countries around the world in observing World Health Day 2026 with a renewed call to strengthen trust in science and collective action to protect public health. The Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) highlights the importance of evidence-based policies and…
Today, as we join the global community in observing World Health Day 2026 under the theme “Together for Science,” we are reminded of the profound impact that scientific innovation, evidence-based action, and strong partnerships have on improving the health and well-being of every person in Guyana.Science is at the heart of public health. It guides…