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CBH: Fogging Schedule On Antigua
The Central Board of Health (CBH) wishes to advise the general public that as part of the Mosquito Control Program for the Adult Aedes aegypti Mosquito, the Vector Control Unit will be conducting fogging operations in the following areas commencing 4:30am & 4:30pm.
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High Surf Warning In Effect For The BVI; Life-Threatening Conditions Expected
Urgent – Marine Weather MessageHigh Surf WarningAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services11:50 am Sunday 03 March 2024 …High surf warning goes into effect Monday for the British Virgin Islands (BVI)… …High surf warning is likely for some other areas in the next 48 hours… Locations to be affected: Reefs and mainly exposed northern and north-facing coastlines…
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High Surf Advisory In Effect; Beachgoers Should Be Extremely Cautious
Urgent – Marine Weather MessageHigh Surf AdvisoryAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services11:30 am Sunday 03 March 2024 …High surf advisory in effect for Barbuda, Anguilla and the British Virgin Islands… …High surf advisory goes into effect later today for Antigua, Montserrat, St. Kitts and Nevis… Locations to be affected: Reefs and exposed northern and north-facing coastlines…
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Oil Washes Ashore On Bonaire
www.bonairecrisis.com | February 29, 2024 – Oil slicks have been discovered in the waters of Sorobon, Lac and Lagun. Unfortunately, this oil has also washed up on the coast. Stinapa, the Caribbean Netherlands Fire Brigade (BKCN), WEB, Defense and Agriculture Fisheries Livestock (LVV) are working hard to clean up this oil. The Harbor Master also took…
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Turtle Nesting Season Officially Begins
AB Sea Turtle Awareness – March 1 is the official date for when we start expecting leatherbacks to grace our shores and nest. If you come across the intricate patterns of a leatherback crawl, please let us know. You can call or send us a message via WhatsApp (268) 788-7853), Instagram or Facebook. We are here…
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MBS Announces The Relocation Of Services For Building Refurbishment
St. John’s, Antigua–Thursday, 29th February, 2024 – The Medical Benefits Scheme (MBS) announces the relocation of three of its services effective Friday, 1st March, 2024. This is to facilitate upgrades to its Nevis Street Administrative Building. The Nevis Street Pharmacy Drop Off/Pick Up office will be relocated to the Main Pharmacy on Nevis Street. Additionally, the Cashier…
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Air Quality Returns To Good Levels
Saharan Dust Air Quality BulletinAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services10:45 am Thursday 29 February 2024 Air Quality Index (AQI) Based on Particulate Matter 2.5 (PM2.5) and 10 (PM10) Concentration Air quality category: GoodLocation: Antigua and BarbudaTiming: Until… Synopsis: Minimal Saharan Dust and or PM2.5 and PM10 at present. Alert Level: I Air quality index: 20 to…
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Heart And Stroke Foundation Reflects On Five Years Of Progress
𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗸𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗰 𝗦𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘂𝗺 Celebrating half a decade of unwavering commitment to heart health, the Heart and Stroke Foundation marked the 5th Annual Cardiac Symposium on Sunday, February 25, 2024, with reflections on societal strides and a commitment to further advancements. President and Consultant…
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Thailand Meeting Seeks Solutions For SIDS Ahead Of International Conference In Antigua
NEW YORK – 28th February, 2024…The current and looming challenges being faced by Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are getting the attention of major international agencies and development partners as Antigua and Barbuda prepares to host the May 27-30 SIDS4 Conference. In Thailand, the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), the UK Government and…
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CBH Builds Capacity With Food Safety Inspection Training
Central Board of Health (CBH) – Public Health Inspectors and Environmental Health Aides from the Central Board of Health along with private individuals in the food safety business participated in a Certified Servsafe Training and Certification Program held at the Villa Community Centre. The training was conducted on February 20th and 21st 2004 with the…
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ABDF Partners With The Antigua State College To Host Health Fair
Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force (ABDF) – On February 22, 2024, the Antigua & Barbuda Defence Force Medic team collaborated with the Antigua State College and various health organizations nationwide to host a Health Fair for students and faculty. The objective of the fair was to promote awareness of healthy habits and encourage understanding of individual…
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