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CABINET NOTES: The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda has approved a series of enhanced public health measures aimed at strengthening the nation’s preparedness and response capabilities in light of emerging and ongoing global health concerns.

The measures were presented to Cabinet by the Minister for Health, Wellness, the Environment and Public Service Affairs, the Hon. Michael Joseph, who advised that his Ministry has been closely monitoring developments relating to several international health threats, including outbreaks of Hantavirus, Ebola, and Malaria in various parts of the world.

Minister Joseph informed Cabinet that the Ministry of Health has already commenced the process of upgrading the operations of the Port Health Unit to facilitate enhanced monitoring and surveillance protocols at the nation’s ports of entry.

Among the measures to be implemented are expanded health screening procedures, including temperature testing and enhanced traveller monitoring systems designed to identify potential public health risks before entry into Antigua and Barbuda.

Cabinet was advised that incoming travelers will also be required to disclose details of their travel history over the previous twenty-one days.

This measure will allow health authorities to determine whether individuals may have travelled through countries where any of the identified viruses are currently prevalent and to ensure that the appropriate health protocols and precautionary measures are implemented where necessary.

The Minister further reported that the Ministry is undertaking preparatory work to ready the Infectious Disease Centre as a precautionary measure to ensure that the country remains adequately equipped to respond swiftly and effectively should the need arise.

Cabinet fully endorsed the measures outlined by the Ministry and reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to protecting the health and safety of the people of Antigua and Barbuda through proactive planning, surveillance, and preparedness initiatives.

The Cabinet also welcomed the Ministry’s decision to engage the public directly through a forthcoming press briefing, during which health officials will provide additional information on the measures being implemented and offer guidance to citizens, residents, and travelers.

Cabinet commended the Ministry of Health and all frontline healthcare and public health personnel for their vigilance and continued commitment to safeguarding national public health in an increasingly interconnected global environment.