AMR is an increasing threat to human health and sustainable development and has been identified by the World Health Organization as one of the top 10 global public health threats facing humanity.

Diabetes, one of the most common non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is a leading cause of death and disability in the Caribbean region, as well as a contributor to the development of cardiovascular diseases.

Stroke can affect people of any age. It can happen to anyone, at any time, and anywhere. “A Stroke happens either when the blood supply to part of your brain is cut off because of a blood clot, or because a brain artery ruptures and leads to a haemorrhage.” But strokes happen for different reasons in children and adults.  Strokes in children are often associated with existing conditions mostly commonly, congenital heart disease, sickle cell disease, and infectious diseases.

“In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Caribbean region is presently seeing an upsurge in the number of reported Dengue cases.   This is of extreme concern, as some countries have declared outbreaks with reports of severe Dengue cases and Dengue related deaths,” stated CARPHA Executive Director, Dr Joy St. John.