South-West Regional Health Authority

26/11/2025

The theme for World Diabetes Day 2025 is 'Diabetes and Well-Being' with a focus on 'Diabetes and the Workplace.' This World Diabetes Day, employers and employees around the world are called on to ‘know more and do more for diabetes at work’ to start the change for a better .

25/11/2025

24/11/2025

SWRHA invites you to join the ROAD TRIP to a Better Health....

Rochard Douglas Health Centre Saturday 06th December 2025

22/11/2025

Members of the public are invited to ATTEND the SWRHA’s Public Board Meeting, scheduled for Tuesday December 2nd, 2025 from 4:30 pm at the Southern Academy for the Performing Arts (SAPA).

Preregistration is also available. Free to the public.
Do you have a suggestion you wish to share with us?
See link for pre-registration or comments:

https://form.jotform.com/southwestrha/public-board-meeting-2025

20/11/2025

Temporarily Closure of Health Centres

The South-West Regional Health Authority advises of the temporary closure of the following Health Centres, on Thursday November 20th, 2025.

· Penal Rock Road
· Todds Road
· Flanagin Town
· Tabaquite
· Erin
· Palo Seco

This temporary closure is a result of the inclement weather rendering access roads impassable, due to flooding.

Additionally, members of the public are also advised that all other Health Facilities, including Emergency Departments remain open.

All services at the Health Centres will resume on Friday November 21st, 2025 from 8:00am.

The Authority thanks you for your understanding and apologizes for any inconvenience caused.

20/11/2025

Strengthening Partnerships
The SWRHA in collaboration with a private sector partner recently collaborated to host an Annual Health Fair for employees. Private and public sector agencies who wish for collaboration, may contact our Health Promotions Unit at 225-1838/1848 or via email at wellness@swrha.co.tt.

20/11/2025

Public Notice: The Decanting of the Emergency Department at the Siparia District Health Facility from 04:00pm Friday 21st November 2025 to 8:00pm Sunday 23rd November 2025.

19/11/2025

World Diabetes Day Lecture

The San Fernando Teaching hospital hosted a Diabetes Day lecture, under the theme “Promote Diabetes Awareness in the Workplace.”

Presentations were delivered by Dr. Joel David Teelucksigh, Dr. Narine Mark, Dr. Moshanti Ramdath, and Milissa Kowlessar, RN, CCDE, who guided attendees through the Alphabet of Diabetes Care. The sessions highlighted essential tips for managing diabetes, including HbA1C testing, blood-pressure control, healthy eating, daily physical activity and routine eye and foot checks.

18/11/2025

In Case You Missed It!

Catch yesterday morning’s TTT interview as the SWRHA promotes

“Road Trip to a Better Health” — our wellness initiative encouraging communities to take charge of their health, one stop at a time.

➡️ Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqBW7jJwjtk

Let’s journey together toward a healthier South-West Region! 🚗💚🩺

The SWRHA’s Health Promotion Department, led by Manager Dr. Sandi Arthur, highlights its new initiative, “Road Trip to a Better Health”. In this spotlight in...

14/11/2025

The South-West Regional Health Authority is asking for your help.
If you know or are related to these individuals, kindly contact Medical Social Work Office at 225-4325 Ext. 3232 and 3233.