Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre

22/01/2026

The Learning & Development Unit is proud to open the year with two powerful CME sessions facilitated by Dr. Paul Saphier and Dr. Nicole Saphier today.

From acute stroke care and mechanical thrombectomy in both resource-rich and resource-limited settings, to breast cancer detection and outcomes in Antigua & Barbuda, today’s sessions are all about evidence, equity, and real-world impact.

This is what intentional learning looks like, bringing global expertise home, sharpening clinical decision-making, and keeping patient outcomes front and center. No fluff, just forward momentum 🚀

Huge thanks to our speakers and to every healthcare professional choosing growth in 2026. Let’s keep raising the bar.

22/01/2026

The SLBMC Wellness Club in collaboration with Geno Browne of Wally Browne Farm and Farmers Only hosted an amazing Watermelon Day for our healthcare team. 🍉😊

Geno is no stranger to collaborating with us at the hospital and we are so excited and grateful to have him support our wellness events. Farmer Browne you are truly a star 🌟👨🏾‍🌾

Wellness Club…you did it again!! This first event for 2026 definitely captured the attention of the entire team.

We can’t see what else you have in store! 😉

20/01/2026

20/01/2026

The Interact Club of the St Joseph’s Academy visited our Emergency Room and presented the healthcare team with sweet treats as a gesture of gratitude.

This group of articulate young made their presentation to, Khadine Bailey, RN, Sujay Gore, MD and Linda Ozoumba, MD.

Thank you for showing such kindness! You definitely brought smiles to the faces of all the hardworking and committed team members in our Emergency Room.
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19/01/2026

We're hiring!!

We are seeking to employ customer friendly, experienced and motivated individuals for various positions on our healthcare team.

Interested individuals can apply by going to:

https://www.msjmc.org/careers

Submission Deadline: January 30, 2026.

19/01/2026

Don't have time to stop and make breakfast? These soft and chewy and nutritious breakfast cookies are perfect for busy mornings! Made with just a few wholesome ingredients, no refined sugar, no fuss. Grab them on the go or enjoy with your morning coffee, they’re healthy, delicious, and super easy to make!

Guess what? They count as meatless 😁

Ingredients:
-Banana - 1
-Peanut Butter - 2 tbsp
-Honey - 1 tbsp
-Rolled Oats - 1/2 cup
-Mixed Nuts - 1/4th cup
-Dried Cherries - 1/4th cup(optional)
-Mixed seeds - 1/4th cup (flax, sunflower, pumpkin)
-Dark Chocolate chips (optional)

Bake at 170 degrees C for 15-20 mins

18/01/2026

The DOCS brought home the trophy to its rightful place!

Congratulations to our Pro Med Team for their win over the lawyers in their annual Lawyers vs Doctors Cricket Match.

Big shout out to Essan Warner- Man of the Match who scored 99 Runs not out with Captain, Dr. Leon Stevens.

The Pro Med Team would like to thank:
Lics Ltd.
Woods Pharmacy
Judahslion Sounds and Lighting Production
Dr. Ian Walwyn
Mrs. Bernadine Stevens

Congratulations to the doctors! 🎉🏏

15/01/2026

House officers, registrars, and physician interns at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre were treated to a special luncheon today, as the institution paused to show appreciation for their dedication and tireless service.

The event recognized the critical role these young medical professionals play in the daily operation of the hospital, often serving on the front lines of patient care.

Medical Director Dr. Shivon Belle Jarvis underscored their importance, noting that house officers, registrars, and interns form a vital part of the SLBMC’s healthcare delivery system. She praised their long hours, commitment to learning, and unwavering service to patients, describing them as essential to maintaining continuity and quality of care across the institution.

Dr. Belle Jarvis added that the luncheon was a small but meaningful gesture to acknowledge their hard work and to encourage them as they continue their professional journey within the public health system.

The initiative reflects the SLBMC’s ongoing commitment to staff morale, professional development, and fostering a supportive working environment for its medical team.

15/01/2026

2 Professions…
1 Cricket Match…
Who will be the lucky winner? 🏆

The lawyers triumphed over the doctors last year… Will the doctors come back with a vengeance?

It all goes down this Saturday at 6 pm. Bring your family to the Rising Sun Grounds for this fun filled sporting event!

15/01/2026

Antenatal Care is crucial for a healthy and safe pregnancy. What better way to show love to your unborn baby than to have regular check-ups and monitor the baby's well-being. This care ultimately keeps both mom and baby safe by reducing risks and leading to safe birthing and healthy outcomes.

SLBMC Antenatal Clinic is ready to care for you and your baby. Registration for our clinic is done:

Mondays- Wednesdays and Fridays from 8 am to 10:30 am
Thursdays are for High Risk Clinic Patients Only

Antenatal Classes are every 3rd and 4th Wednesday in our Outpatient Clinic @1:30 pm.

For more information: 484-2727.

15/01/2026

IMPORTANT UPDATE!!

(Important Update on Registration for Free Dental Services – Great Shape Inc. 1,000 Smiles)

The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Services is advising the public of important changes to the registration process for the Great Shape Inc. – 1,000 Smiles Free Dental Initiative being held in collaboration with the Ministry and the Sandals Foundation.

Pre-registration will continue on Thursday 15th January and Friday 16th January 2026 at the Multipurpose Cultural and Exhibition Centre between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00pm to 3:00pm. It is therefore discontinued at the six public health clinics previously announced.

Those individuals who previously collected registration forms from the clinics are asked to return the completed forms to the same clinics where they were collected by 12 noon on Friday 16th January 2026. Forms that are not returned by this deadline will not be considered valid.

Persons who successfully pre-registered will be required to attend for treatment on Monday 19th January and Tuesday 20th January 2026. No new registration will take place on Monday 19th, January 2026.

However, beginning Tuesday 20th January 2026, new registration will continue at the MC&EC from 11:00 a.m to 4:00p.m, running concurrently with services being offered which includes Dental fillings, Root canal treatments, Tooth extractions and Dental cleanings.

The programme will take place on weekdays from January 19th to January 30th 2026 from 8am to 4pm.

The Ministry of Health thanks the public for its cooperation and encourages all interested persons to take note of these updated procedures in order to access this valuable free dental service.

14/01/2026

(Public Health Surveillance Confirms No Unusual Increase in Mosquito‑Borne Diseases)

The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs advises the public that there is no outbreak or unusual increase in mosquito‑borne diseases in Antigua and Barbuda at this time.

The Ministry maintains continuous national surveillance for mosquito‑borne diseases, including Dengue, Zika, Chikungunya, Yellow Fever, and Oropouche virus, through established public health monitoring systems. All indicators currently remain within expected baseline levels.

Dengue Fever, which is the most commonly detected mosquito‑borne disease locally, experienced increased activity in 2023. Surveillance data confirm that since that period, Dengue case numbers have returned to and remained within expected limits, with no cases recorded to date in 2026.

At the same time, surveillance of other mosquito‑borne diseases continues to show very low or no activity. Zika virus activity has been minimal, with only two cases identified in 2025 and none detected so far in 2026, while no cases of Chikungunya, Yellow Fever, or Oropouche virus have been recorded during this period.

Although there is no public health emergency, the Ministry emphasises that preventing mosquito‑borne diseases requires ongoing action and shared responsibility. Vector control activities, including routine inspections, larval source reduction, and targeted control measures, are continuously underway in communities. These efforts are supported by regular waste collection and environmental management, coordinated with the relevant national agencies.

Members of the public are encouraged to strengthen household prevention measures, including removing standing water, properly covering water storage containers, disposing of unwanted items responsibly, and cooperating with vector control teams during routine inspections.

The Ministry assures the public that public health surveillance operates continuously, and that any change in disease activity or risk will be communicated promptly through official channels.

The Ministry thanks the public for its cooperation and partnership in protecting the health of all residents of Antigua and Barbuda.