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TCI: COVID-19 Community Testing Schedule: April 2021

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#TurksandCaicos, April 1, 2021 – The Ministry of Health is providing the following schedule for COVID-19 community testing throughout the TCI for April 2021.This exercise will continue to be operated on a “first-come-first-served” basis. The public is reminded to maintain physical distance of at least 6 feet and to wear a face covering/mask and to bring any form of Identification and a pen.

Grand Turk:                                       

Every Tuesday between 2pm-4pm at the Gazebo (Pond Street)

South Caicos:                                    

Every Tuesday between 9am-12pm at the Primary Healthcare Clinic

North & Middle Caicos:                

Every Monday between 9am-12pm at the Kew Clinic

Every Thursday between 9am-12pm at the Bottle Creek Clinic

Every Monday & Thursday between 9am-12pm at the Middle Caicos Clinic

Providenciales:                                

Every Tuesday between 9am-12pm at the National Stadium, Venetian Road and Thursdays between 9am-12pm at the following locations:

April 1 2021                             Blue Hills Community Clinic (By the Jetty)

April 8 2021                             Graceway IGA (Leeward Highway)

April 15 2021                           SAMS Plaza (Downtown)

April 22 2021                           Sunny Foods (Five Cays)

April 29 2021                           Sunny Foods (Blue Hills)

The public should be reminded of the COVID-19 Health Protocols:

  1. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
  2. Use alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available
  3. Maintain social distancing of 6 feet between persons
  4. Wear face coverings in public settings (covering both your nose and mouth)
  5. Avoid mass gatherings or crowds
  6. Cover your coughs and sneezes with your elbow or use disposable tissues
  7. Comply with public health measures
  8. Stay home where possible
  9. If you have symptoms of Covid-19 which include; cough, sore throat, runny nose, shortness of breath, fever, diarrhea, loss of sense of taste or smell-please stay home and contact the Health Hotlines on 232 9444 or 333 0911
  10. Do not visit health care facilities if you have symptoms or signs of Covid-19, call the Health Hotlines for guidance unless your symptoms are severe
  11. If you are under quarantine by the Public Health Team, please remain at home and comply with the guidance provided to you.
  12. If you are contacted by the Public Health Team as a part of contact tracing activities, please provide all of the information requested to assist them in their investigations
  13. Refrain from speculation and spreading rumors
  14. Stay informed with the latest information from the Ministry of Health by visiting our website on https://www.gov.tc/moh/coronavirus/
  15. Consult with your healthcare provider regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and register online;

#KnowyourCOVID-19status

#COVIDStopsWithMe

#GetTested

#ProtectYourself

#ProtectOthers

#StaySafe

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Haiti Food Insecurity Rising

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Rashaed Esson

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#Haiti#FoodInsecurity, March 25th, 2024 Half of Haiti’s population or nearly 5 million people are classified as food insecure for the period March to June 2024, a projected 50 percent increase up from 45 percent from August 2023 to February 2024. This is according to the Haitian Government in a March 23rd report, as informed by an update from an IPC1 analysis. The factors contributing to the continued decrease in food security, the report says, include the increase of the food basket by 22 percent as of February 2024 and the worsening Violence which disrupts food supply chains.

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Dengue in Pregnant Women in Brazil Increased

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Rashaed Esson

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#Dengue#PregnantWomen#Brazil, March 22nd, 2024 – Dengue cases among pregnant women in Brazil have increased significantly in 2024, at 5,151 in the first six weeks, compared to 1,157 in the same period in 2023, according to the Brazilian Ministry of Health. In response, a manual for prevention and specialized care for pregnant women with and at risk of dengue, was launched. These women are at risk of complications like stillbirth, growth restriction of the unborn child and maternal illness and death.This was revealed in a March 20 report from PAHO.

 

 

 

 

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InterHealth Canada -Turks and Caicos Islands Hospital Celebrates Success in ‘The Diamond Challenge’

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(Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – March 15th, 2024): InterHealth Canada -Turks and Caicos Islands Hospital proudly announce the completion of ‘The Diamond Challenge’, a virtual competition that showcased the innovative improvement initiatives of six dedicated healthcare professional teams.

This competition spotlighted the organization’s commitment to patient safety and organizational excellence through creative poster displays. These displays, slated for exhibition across the Hospital, represent ongoing programs, new endeavours and industry changes in clinical practice and quality improvement. Quality improvement is the systematic approach that is guided by data to improve the quality and safety of healthcare delivery.

For over a year, participating teams meticulously prepared for ‘The Diamond Challenge, ‘ culminating in presenting posters and oral pitches before a panel of external judges. The initiatives, implemented between 2021 and 2023, were selected based on their demonstrable impact on and improvement of the Hospital’s operating environment. The judging panel featured prominent healthcare experts, including Richard Wylde, Deputy Director for Improvement at Leeds and York NHS Foundation Trust, England; Dr. Ali Hojjati, Lead Advisor at Accreditation Canada; and Jaymi Chernoff, Director of Critical Care Network at Kelowna General Hospital, Canada.

“Continuously improving healthcare quality and safety is a key goal for healthcare systems, aiming to enhance efficiency, reduce expenses, and ensure excellent patient outcomes”, explained Isha Honore, Quality Risk and Patient Safety Manager. She added, “Improving healthcare quality is the responsibility of everyone, including staff and patients. Through this program, we successfully integrated a diverse team of professionals and patient advisors. Each person in the system offers valuable insights and vital contributions to maintaining quality and safety standards. The active participation and understanding of all team members ensure that quality improvement initiatives are effective, relevant, successful, and sustainable.”

Dr. Denise Braithwaite, Chief Executive Officer of InterHealth Canada- Turks and Caicos Islands Hospital, expressed her pride in the competition’s outcomes, saying, “The outstanding work presented by the Diamond Challenge teams serves as a testament to the unwavering dedication to enhancing patient care and safety demonstrated by our healthcare professionals. Their innovative initiatives exemplify our steadfast commitment to fostering a culture of excellence within our organization, driving us towards continued success in providing our community the highest standard of care.”

The top three initiatives concentrated on fostering a Culture of Safety, covering fall prevention, workplace violence, and infection control education projects.

As we celebrate the success of ‘The Diamond Challenge,’ we are dedicated to continuously refining our approach to healthcare quality and safety, leveraging the expertise of industry leaders to drive innovation and excellence.

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