AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHealth Funding & Delivery: The Caribbean Development Bank and the World Bank Group wrapped up a joint portfolio review in Grenada, agreeing follow-up actions to strengthen implementation across 11 active projects, including health and the Health Sector Strengthening Project, plus water, coastal protection, education and renewable energy. Back-to-School Health & Safety: Grenada’s Ministry of Education outlined the 2026–2027 school reopening plan, with staff prep 24–28 August and classes starting 31 August, alongside guidance on uniforms, schedules and health/safety measures. Mental Health Access (St Andrew): The Ministry of Mental Health, Wellness and Religious Affairs says the Psychiatric Outpatient Clinic for St Andrew will temporarily move from Grand Bras Health Centre to the Sabb Resource and Wellness Centre from 9 September for refurbishment under a CDB health project, with transport arranged. Adolescent Health in Focus: The REACH project launched a webinar series for young people and caregivers across the region, covering mental health, nutrition, reproductive health, healthy relationships and parent-teen communication. Community Safety Alert: Grenada police are investigating the deaths of two women after a boating incident off Grand Anse Beach during Spicemas, with the vessel captain detained as inquiries continue. Workforce Support: Huron Regional Medical Center welcomed Yukiko Brewer, MD, as a hospitalist, expanding inpatient care capacity. Food & Nutrition Resilience: Caribbean researchers are testing whether black soldier fly larvae can turn food waste into locally produced animal feed protein, aiming to reduce reliance on costly imports. Training & Systems Strengthening: PAHO/WHO supported a five-day workshop in Saint Lucia to build capacity using integrated health surveillance guidelines, strengthening reporting and response for priority public health events.
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