Publications

"ANNUAL REPORTThe Caribbean Public Health Agency is the Caribbean r e gi o n ’ s collective response to strengthening health systems and addressing public health challenges which threaten development. To obtain additional information, please contact: Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) 16-18 Jamaica Boulevard, Federation Park Newtown 190324, Trinidad and Tobago Tel: 868-299-0895 Fax: 868-622-2792 Email: postmaster@carpha.org Websit" ..

"Newsletter Introduction Small Island Developing States (SIDS) within the Caribbean are particularly vulnerable to threats posed by climate change. From rising sea levels, hurricanes and ?oods to increased temperatures and intensity of changing weather patterns; it is important for Small Island Developing States to protect themselves from the devastating impact of disasters and emergencies. In the advent of health emergencies such as" ..

"Newsletter Introduction Small Island Developing States (SIDS) within the Caribbean are particularly vulnerable to threats posed by climate change. From rising sea levels, hurricanes and ?oods to increased temperatures and intensity of changing weather patterns; it is important for Small Island Developing States to protect themselves from the devastating impact of disasters and emergencies. In the advent of health emergencies such as" ..

This State of Public Health Report – “Healthy Ageing in the Caribbean” is a welcome publication for the people of the region. Healthy ageing was identified through a survey, as one of the areas requiring further research and policy recommendations by our Member States.

The year 2017 was one of transition for the Agency. Guided by recommendations of Member States (Service Development Survey), the Executive Board and the Council of Ministers of Health (COHSOD) the Agency took advantage of its second planning phase to realign the functioning and services of the Agency.

"ANNUAL REPORT 2018 Caribbean Public Health Agency Preventing disease, promoting and protecting healthAbout the Caribbean Public Health Agency The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) is the new single regional public health agency for the Caribbean. It was legally established in July 2011 by an Inter-Governmental Agreement signed by Caribbean Community Member States and began operation in January 2013. The Agency rationalises pub" ..

"REPORT 2019 ANNUAL www.carpha.org1 About the Caribbean Public Health Agency The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) is the regional public health agency for the Caribbean. It was legally established in July 2011 by an Inter-Governmental Agreement signed by Caribbean Community Member States and began operation in January 2013. The Agency rationalises public health arrangements in the Region by combining the functions of five Car" ..

This State of Public Health Report – “Healthy Ageing in the Caribbean” is a welcome publication for the people of the region. Healthy ageing was identified through a survey, as one of the areas requiring further research and policy recommendations by our Member States. This publication contributes to fulfilling the priorities outlined in the Caribbean Cooperation in Health (CCH IV); Health and well-being of Caribbean people throughout the life course. As a consequence, healthy living throughout the life course is also a strategic priority in CARPHA’s strategic plan 2018-2020.

The report outlines the strategic framework of the CCH-IV; the alignment of the CCH-IV to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs); the RPGs progress dashboard; a progress summary on the RPGs as reported by the lead agencies; the challenges, and recommendations to advance implementation of the Caribbean Cooperation in Health-IV.

Module 1: Evidence-Based Treatment Protocols target primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, and any other health care provider who is directly involved in the medical management of diabetes. This module aims to give updated algorithms on care, incorporating the most recent recommendations in the care of diabetes.