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Only a quarter of countries worldwide have a national policy, strategy or plan for supporting people with dementia and their families, according to the WHO’s ‘Global status report on the public health response to dementia’, released today. Half of these countries are in WHO’s European Region, with the remainder split between the other Regions. Yet even in Europe, many plans are expiring or have already expired, indicating a need for renewed commitment from governments. At the same time, the number of people living with dementia is growing according to the report: WHO estimates that more than 55 million people (8.1 %…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 01, 2021 (SKNIS): Persons undertaking construction work on their property are strongly encouraged to consult with the building board and other relevant authorities to ensure that the new structure can withstand the challenges posed by natural or man-made disasters. Dr. Eric Browne, a member of the Environment Sub-committee of the National Disaster Management Committee, spoke about decisions that some builders are taking which may turn into a recipe for disaster in the future. One example cited included adding a basement to an existing structure. “The land has a slope, and once you disturb that slope, that terrain by…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 02, 2021 (SKNIS): Staff at St. Kitts and Nevis’ Overseas Missions and Embassies are strongly encouraged to stay in close contact with nationals in the diaspora as these relationships will be helpful in the event of any disasters. During his September 01 appearance on Working for You, Kervin Lloyd, representative of the National Disaster Management Committee on the Foreign Assistance Sub-Committee, said that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) encourages these close ties. “…More and more persons within the – Canada, the United States, Europe and all around the world – we are encouraging our Missions, Heads, staff at our missions to keep a…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 02, 2021 (SKNIS): Kervin Lloyd, a representative of the Foreign Assistance Sub-Committee, said that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has formed numerous relationships with regional and international allies who stand ready to assist the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis in times of crisis resulting from disasters. “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has forged several beautiful partnerships with practically all of our allies. We have a very good relationship with the [Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture] IICA, the Canadian Government, and the Government of the United States of America. There are a number of places, even Mexico and…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 02, 2021 (SKNIS): Kervin Lloyd, a representative of the Foreign Assistance Sub-Committee, said that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has formed numerous relationships with regional and international allies who stand ready to assist the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis in times of crisis resulting from disasters. “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has forged several beautiful partnerships with practically all of our allies. We have a very good relationship with the [Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture] IICA, the Canadian Government, and the Government of the United States of America. There are a number of…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 1, 2021 (Ministry of Foreign Affairs): The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) is pleased to inform the public that Saint Kitts and Nevis’s new Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), His Excellency Mr. Justin Hawley, on 30th August, 2021, among a number of other ambassadors, presented credentials to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai at Qasr Al Watan in the capital, Abu Dhabi.Ambassador Hawley’s distinguished career in the Foreign Service has transcended Foreign Service Officer, Senior Foreign Service Officer, and Counselor. He also served a…

UNFPA has taken another step to ensure that the sexual and reproductive health and rights needs of women and girls, men and boys and other vulnerable populations are prioritized in emergency settings in the Caribbean. On Wednesday, the organization launched guidelines that will support shelter managers and emergency coordinators to reduce the risk of gender-based violence and integrate essential actions for the provision of integrated sexual and reproductive health services in emergency shelters. All Caribbean countries are prone to natural disasters and during these emergencies, women and men, boys and girls seek shelter; a safe space where specific health and…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 1, 2021 (Ministry of Foreign Affairs): The Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis celebrates the addition of another medical specialist in the person of Dr. Yannik M. Henry, who recently graduated from the University of Medical Sciences in Santiago de Cuba, Cuba, with a speciality in Paediatrics.The young and vibrant medical mind received his early education at the St. Paul’s Primary School in his home village of St. Paul’s, the Sandy Point High School (now Charles E. Mills Secondary School) and the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC) respectively. Around the year 2010, Henry was awarded an academic…

Charlestown, Nevis, September 1, 2021… Award-winning travel and lifestyle PR agency, CIIC PR, announced today the addition of Nevis Tourism Authority to its growing list of travel and tourism clients. Nestled in the Eastern Caribbean, the island of Nevis is known for its rich local history, natural beauty and its rustic charm. CIIC has been selected to lead a strategic communications campaign that will integrate media and trade relations, partnerships, influencer relations and thought leadership opportunities in the US and Canada.   “We are looking forward to working closely with the Nevis Tourism Authority to position the island as a…

The Forensic Services Department of The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis police Force plays a very important role when it comes to solving crimes. The Department has even been able to assist other territories with crime scene matters. This week’s Policing With You programme (September 02, 2021) will feature this department. Joining Host, Inspector Alrick Edwards will be the Director of Forensic Services Department, Latoya Lake-Marshall and Ballistics Tool Mark Examiner, Corporal Damien Challenger. “Policing With You” is aired every Thursday on ZIZ radio from 9:15 a.m. You can also watch it live on the Facebook Pages of The Royal…