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Port of Spain, May 15, 2024: The Ministry of Health (MoH) reminds the public that very high temperatures (heated conditions) can be dangerous and advises the population to take the necessary precautions to safeguard their health.

Stay Hydrated by:

• Eating fruits and vegetables (At least 2-4 servings of fruits daily and eating vegetables with every meal),
• Drinking at least 8 - 10 glasses of water, daily,
• Avoiding drinks with caffeine and alcohol.

Protect Yourself from the Heat by:

Port of Spain, May 1, 2024: The Ministry of Health (MoH), via its Chemistry, Food and Drugs Division advises of a voluntary recall notice of Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic Suspension USP I% w/v 5ml Eye Drops. The recall was issued by the manufacturer, Juvencia Lifesciences Private Limited due to possible bacterial contamination.

Port-of-Spain, April 15, 2024:  As the rainy season approaches, the Ministry of Health (MoH) is reminding the public to take proactive steps to protect themselves from mosquito bites.

Port of Spain: April 10, 2024: On April 15, 2024, the Ministry of Health will launch its nationwide STEPS Survey 2024 to gather information from households across Trinidad and Tobago on lifestyle practices.

Port of Spain, April 9, 2024: The Ministry of Health (MoH), via its Drug Inspectorate, advises of a voluntary recall notice of four (4) lots of Vancomycin Hydrochloride for Oral Solution, USP, 250 mg/5mL packaged in 80 mL, 150 mL, or 300 mL pack sizes. The recall was issued by Amneal Pharmaceuticals, LLC due to the potential overfilling of bottles.

Port of Spain, 18 March, 2024: The Ministry of Health (MoH) presented state-of-the-art Resuscitation Training equipment to representatives of the Regional Health Authority’s (RHAs) during a hand over ceremony held at the Ministry’s Head Office on Thursday 14th March, 2024.

The equipment included a SUSIE Advanced Obstetric Simulator; a NOELLE Birthing Simulator with birthing and resuscitation baby, with wireless control tablet; and a CHARLIE Neonatal Resuscitation Simulator with Interactive ECG, Life/form.

Port of Spain, March 5, 2024: The Ministry of Health conducted an evacuation drill at its Corporate Headquarters earlier today. The evacuation drill began at approximately 10:30am and staff were allowed to re-enter the building at 11:15am.

The exercise was spearheaded by the Ministry's Disaster Preparedness Coordinating Unit and conducted in collaboration with the Trinidad and Tobago Fire Services, the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service, the Port of Spain City Corporation Disaster Management Unit and the Horticulture Division, Ministry of Agriculture.