Heart & Stroke Foundation, Antigua and Barbuda

25/02/2026

We’re going LIVE! 🫀🎥

Join The Heart & Stroke Foundation, Antigua and Barbuda and Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre for our 2nd Public Health Lecture streaming on Facebook Live. This free session will explore critical issues affecting heart and brain health and what you can do to protect yourself and your loved ones.

The session is offered both in-person and virtually.
Click the link or scan the QR code to tune in.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1429648029173083?active_tab=about

Don’t miss this important conversation... your heart and brain health matter.

24/02/2026

The Heart & Stroke Foundation, Antigua and Barbuda in partnership with the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre will host its 2nd Annual Public Lecture this Thursday, February 26 at 5:00 p.m. in the SLBMC Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public.

Featured presentations include:
1. Everyday Habits that Quietly Damage the Heart
2. Stress, Sleep and the Heart: The Risks We Ignore
3. From Sweetness to Sickness: How Sugar Affects the Heart and Brain

The lecture will be available both in person and via online streaming.

24/02/2026

Thank you ABS Television/Radio

Are you monitoring your daily consumption of sugar? This was one of the major topics as the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Antigua and Barbuda held its 7th a

23/02/2026

Thank you Antigua News Room

Read more: https://antiguanewsroom.com/chest-pain-cannot-wait-7th-annual-cardiac-symposium-highlights-urgent-cardiac-crisis-in-antigua-barbuda/?swcfpc=1

23/02/2026

📽️ 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄

The Heart & Stroke Foundation, Antigua and Barbuda is pleased to present its Year in Review for the period February 2025 – February 2026, showcasing the impact, partnerships, and progress achieved over the past year. We invite you to watch and reflect on what we have accomplished together.

We also welcome you to Become a Friend of the Foundation by completing the form below and joining us in strengthening heart and brain health across our nation.

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jINVrz393RMGWnShUkmpHGnPVGSxgnaO?usp=drive_link

23/02/2026

Here are highlights from our well-attended 7th Annual Cardiac Symposium, held on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at the Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa.

Medical Association of Antigua and Barbuda Inc.
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre
Medical Benefits Scheme - Antigua & Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda Diabetes Association
Ministry of Health & The Environment, Antigua and Barbuda
Brydens Antigua Entertainment

23/02/2026

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲

“𝗖𝗵𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗪𝗮𝗶𝘁”: 𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗰 𝗦𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗨𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗰 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗮 & 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗯𝘂𝗱𝗮

St. John’s, Antigua. Monday, February 23, 2026. The Heart & Stroke Foundation, Antigua and Barbuda hosted its 7th Annual Cardiac Symposium on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa, with in-person attendance reaching full capacity. The strong turnout of physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, medical students, and public health stakeholders underscored the growing national concern surrounding cardiovascular disease and stroke, the leading causes of death in Antigua and Barbuda.

This year’s Symposium which was chaired by Dr. Shivon Belle-Jarvis, Medical Director of Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre and Friend to the Foundation, delivered timely, evidence-based updates addressing the most critical risk factors driving heart attacks and stroke in the region. The discussions emphasized prevention, early detection, aggressive management of hypertension and dyslipidemia, and improved public awareness of warning signs.

Dr. Victor Elliott issued a direct warning: “Acute coronary syndrome which includes ‘heart attacks’, according to both the WHO and PAHO, is the number one killer of Antiguans & Barbudans. More lives can be saved if people recognize the symptoms and respond urgently by getting to the hospital. Chest pain cannot wait.”

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21/02/2026

As we round out this series of voices supporting healthier food policies, the focus turns to youth.

When we talk about youth health, we’re talking about the future of the region. Habits formed early don’t stay small. They shape households, influence siblings, and carry into adulthood. Creating environments that reduce excessive sugar consumption helps set healthier norms from the start.

Sumita Balooja, Founding Member and Vice President of the Heart & Stroke Foundation Antigua and Barbuda, supports SSB taxation as part of a broader effort to protect young people and strengthen community health over time.

At the heart of this conversation is a simple goal: giving the next generation a healthier starting point than the one we inherited.

Heart & Stroke Foundation, Antigua and Barbuda Healthy Caribbean Coalition Antigua and Barbuda Diabetes Association Ministry of Health - St. Kitts & Nevis

21/02/2026

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𝗢𝗡𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗦 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡 𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟 𝟳 𝗔.𝗠. 𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬, 𝗙𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗨𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝟮𝟮, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.

𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗣𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗩𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗢𝗡𝗟𝗬 𝗩𝗜𝗔 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗞𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗣𝗣. 𝗪𝗘 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗔 𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗗 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗘 𝗢𝗙𝗙 𝗔𝗧 𝟳𝗔𝗠.

21/02/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗔.𝗦. 𝗕𝘆𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗻 & 𝗦𝗼𝗻𝘀

For many years, A.S. Bryden & Sons (Antigua) Ltd. has stood with the Heart & Stroke Foundation as a steadfast Gold Sponsor. In a landscape where support can fluctuate, Brydens Antigua Entertainment has remained reliable, invested, and aligned with our mission to improve heart and brain health across Antigua and Barbuda.

Their partnership goes beyond financial contribution. It reflects corporate responsibility in action.

We are deeply grateful for their long-standing commitment and proud to call A.S. Bryden & Sons a true partner in prevention, education, and impact.

21/02/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗦

Our 7th Annual Cardiac Symposium would not be possible without the generous support of our 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗦.

We extend sincere thanks to:
𝗚𝗢𝗟𝗗 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗢𝗥
A.S. Bryden & Sons Brydens Antigua Entertainment

𝗕𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗭𝗘 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗦
Medical Benefits Scheme - Antigua & Barbuda
Falmouth Harbour Marina
Sagicor Life Inc
Medica Pharma Supplies Ltd
Bryden Stokes
Agility Import Ltd

𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗕𝗨𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗦
OmniCare Pharmacy
Cool & Smooth
Woods Pharmacy
Metropolitan University College of Medicine

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