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ANTIGUA NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS
Check out the latest updates, Antigua news, highlights and reviews here. Check back regularly for updates. Subscribe to our newsletters to receive our weekly What's On newsletters, bi-weekly Yachting newsletters as well as our monthly Real Estate newsletters wrap-ups, stay current with us via social media and check out newsletter archives to see what you may have missed in previous editions. SLBMC HOSTS FIRST-EVER MULTIDISCIPLINARY CANCER SYMPOSIUM IN HONOR OF DR. ALBERT DUNCAN October 6th 2025
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The one-day event, held under the theme “Innovative Cancer Care: Precision, Prevention & Personalized Treatment,” brought together local, regional and international experts across multiple fields of medicine to share the latest advances in cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Read More MAKHOUL FAMILY DONATES $13,500 IN HONOR OF THEIR MOTHER TO SUPPORT CANCER CARE AT SLBMC October 6th 2025
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Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) has received a generous $13,500 XCD donation from the Makhoul family in loving memory of Marie Makhoul. Read More FRIENDS OF MSJMC DONATES ALMOST $40,000 IN EQUIPMENT TO SLBMC ONCOLOGY UNIT October 2nd 2025
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FoMSJMC has reaffirmed its commitment to national healthcare with a generous donation to SLBMC’s Oncology Unit. Read MoreNOW HIRING: BIOMEDICAL ENGINEER AND BIOMEDICAL TECHNICIAN September 18th 2025
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By working at SLBMC, you gain the opportunity and the responsibility to make a real difference in the world. Take a closer look at the open positions below and submit your resume for consideration if you are interested in helping contribute to the legacy of great achievement. Read MoreJOB VACANCIES September 2nd 2025
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SLBMC is expanding its Laboratory team and inviting qualified professionals to apply. Read MoreEMERGENCY ROOM VISITOR POLICY UPDATED TO ENHANCE PATIENT SAFETY & CARE August 29th 2025
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The Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) will implement updated visitor policies for its Emergency Department, effective Monday, September 1, 2025. The changes are designed to support a safe, respectful, and healing environment for patients, families, and healthcare staff. Read MoreSLBMC INSTALLS NEW MEDICAL WASTE INCINERATOR August 19th 2025
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SLBMC has taken a major step toward safer, more sustainable healthcare with the installation of a state-of-the-art medical waste incinerator. The Government funded this initiative through the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB). The new system marks a significant investment in public health protection, environmental stewardship, and regulatory compliance Read MoreREAFFIRMING COMMITMENT TO HEPATITIS B ELIMINATION July 29th 2025
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From January to June 2025, 70% of babies born at SLBMC received the hepatitis B vaccine within 24 hours of birth—a strong indicator of the hospital’s commitment to giving every child a healthy start in life. Read MoreSLBMC MARKS WORLD SICKLE CELL AWARENESS DAY June 19th 2025
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Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) will join the global community in observing World Sickle Cell Awareness Day, standing in solidarity with individuals and families affected by sickle cell disease (SCD). Read MoreSLBMC’S HYPERBARIC TEAM SAVES LOCAL DIVER WITH "THE BENDS" June 12th 2025
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Decompression sickness occurs when dissolved gases come out of solution in bubbles and can affect various areas of the body after a rapid ascent from deep waters. Read MoreWORLD AUTISM AWARENESS DAY 2025 April 2nd 2025
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In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) reaffirms its commitment to advancing neurodiversity and promoting inclusivity, in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Read MoreJOB VACANCIES March 6th 2025
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By working at SLBMC, you gain the opportunity and the responsibility to make a real difference in the world. Take a closer look at the open positions below and submit your resume for consideration. Read MoreSLMBC MARKS MATERNAL HEALTH AWARENESS DAY January 23rd 2025
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SLMBC is proud to join the global community in recognizing Maternal Health Awareness Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of maternal health and the well-being of mothers during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period. Read MoreADMINISTRATIVE HEAD OF INFECTIOUS DISEASE & EMPLOYEE HEALTH January 16th 2025
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We are pleased to announce that Dr. Margrethe Belle has been appointed as the new Administrative Head of the Infectious Disease & Employee Health Division. Read MoreWE ARE HIRING December 18th 2024
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SLBMC is seeking experienced, highly motivated, and customer-oriented individuals to join our team. Read MoreWE ARE HIRING October 22nd 2024
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Join the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) team to make a meaningful impact in patient care and education. Check the vacancy below and submit your resume to contribute to SLBMC's legacy of excellence. Read MoreSLBMC BREAST CANCER SYMPOSIUM PRIORITIZES PATIENTS October 15th 2024
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This year's Sir Lester Bird Breast Cancer Symposium was a huge success, attracting over 200 attendees. Read MorePINKTOBER October 3rd 2024
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Join us this month to show support for the survivors and raise funds for breast cancer care. Read MoreNOW HIRING: MRI ASSISTANT September 3rd 2024
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SLBMC is seeking to recruit an experienced, highly motivated and customer oriented MRI Assistant Read MoreSLBMC BREAST CANCER SYMPOSIUM September 3rd 2024
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We are pleased to announce the 4th edition of the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) Breast Cancer Symposium. Read MoreCHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH September 2nd 2024
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During the month, we “Go Gold” each and every Friday to raise awareness. Read MoreNOW HIRING:HVAC/R TECHNICIAN August 19th 2024
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Want to join the SLBMC team? We are now hiring.
HVAC/R Technician wanted at SLBMC Read MoreDONATION OF NEW ULTRASOUND TO SIR LESTER BIRD MEDICAL CENTRE July 24th 2024
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The members of the Antigua Samaritan Lodge No. 10029 have bolstered the life-saving services provided in Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) Dialysis Unit, raising funds to donate a portable ultrasound machine worth $86,700. Read MoreJOB VACANCIES June 13th 2024
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Mount St. John's has openings for Maintenance Technician- Electrician and HVAC/R Technician Read MoreDONATION TO THE HOSPITAL June 11th 2024
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Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre extends gratitude to the Friends of Mount St Johns Medical Centre for the recent donation of infusion pumps valued at almost XCD 30,000. The equipment will be utilized in the Oncology Unit. Read MoreSLBMC RECEIVES DONATION FROM MILL REEF FUND April 30th 2024
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Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre Receives $26,000 Donation from Mill Reef Fund Read MoreVACANCY FOR A CASHIER April 23rd 2024
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Vacancy for a Cashier at SLBMC. Apply by April 30th Read MoreVACANCY FOR A LAUNDRY ATTENDANT April 19th 2024
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Vacancy for a Laundry Attendant at Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre, Read MoreHPV AND CANCER TESTING April 17th 2024
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Make sure you go for HPV and Cancer Testing Read MoreVACANCY FOR AN INVENTORY CLERK April 16th 2024
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Vacancy for an Inventory Clerk at SLBMC. Send resumé and two references to apply, by April 24th Read MoreVACANCY FOR UNIT CLERK March 12th 2024
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SLBMC is seeking to recruit a qualified and highly motivated individual to fill the position of Unit Clerk. Read MoreCRITICAL CARE TECHNICIAN REQUIRED February 13th 2024
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Critical Care Technician Required ; submit a CV and application letter, Submission Deadline: February 23, 2024. Read MoreINFECTIOUS DISEASE HEALTH NURSE REQUIRED February 13th 2024
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Experienced Infectious Disease Health Nurse Required. Send you resumé now, closing date February 23rd Read MoreVACANCY FOR SENIOR MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST February 7th 2024
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Vacancy for Senior Medical Laboratory Technologist at SLBMC. Apply now, closing date February 16th Read MorePHLEBOTOMIST WANTED February 6th 2024
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SLBMC is seeking an individual to join the Laboratory team as a Phlebotomist. Submission Deadline: February 16, 2024. Read MoreVACANCIES AT SIR LESTER BIRD MEDICAL CENTRE January 5th 2024
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Experienced, qualified Internal Auditor and Social worker wanted at SLBMC. Submit resumé by January 15th Read MoreVACANCY FOR A DRIVER December 15th 2023
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Highly motivated, customer service oriented individual wanted. Apply by December 22nd Read MoreVACANCY: ADMISSIONS AND REGISTRATION REPRESENTATIVE November 14th 2023
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Vacancy for a customer service friendly, motivated and experienced Admissions and Registration Representative to join our Finance Team. Read MorePREMATURITY AWARENESS WEEK November 10th 2023
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From a webinar for healthcare professionals to our Prem Week Fashion Show we have events that will interest you. Read MoreDIABETES, EPILEPSY, PREMATURITY AWARENESS MONTH November 10th 2023
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Nove,beer is a full month of activities, make sure you check Whats On for all the events Read MoreSLBMC AWARDED BABY-FRIENDLY TITLE September 18th 2023
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Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) announced today that it has earned the Baby-Friendly® designation from the Pan American Health Organization for achieving some of the highest standards of care for breastfeeding mothers and babies. Read MoreTEMPORARY RESTRICTION TO OPERATIONAL HOURS OF OUTPATIENT CLINICS August 31st 2023
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Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre Temporarily Restricts Operational Hours for Outpatient Clinics from September 4-8th.
Read MoreTRANSFORMING LIVES AT SIR LESTER BIRD MEDICAL CENTRE May 31st 2023
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Over One Hundred Individuals Receive Free Cataract Surgery at Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre Read MoreELECTROCARDIOGRAPH AT SLBMC February 15th 2023
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Friends of Mount St John Medical Centre have donated an ECG machine to the hospital Read MoreSLBMC CONTINUES TO LIGHT THE WAY TO SAVINGS January 9th 2023
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Read MoreJOB VACANCY: DIALYSIS TECHNICIAN October 20th 2022
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SLBMC is seeking to employ a highly motivated and experienced Dialysis Technician. Read MoreCOVID-19 CASES DECLINE March 24th 2022
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Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) is opening its doors to more visitors, thanks to a drop in hospitalizations, increasing immunity from COVID-19 vaccinations and a continuing decline in cases of COVID-19 across our communities and nation. Read MoreKIDNEY HEALTH EDUCATION IS FOR ALL—INCLUDING YOU March 10th 2022
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On World Kidney Day, Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) joins the global community in highlighting the importance of this year’s theme: “Kidney Health for All: Bridge the knowledge gap to better kidney care”. It calls for everyone worldwide to not only be aware of the disease, but to actively know what their own kidney health measures are. Read MoreSIR LESTER BIRD MEDICAL CENTRE GRADUALLY RESUMES SERVICES February 11th 2022
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After a sharp increase in COVID-19 cases which prompted Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) to suspend some outpatient clinics and lab services (with exceptions), the hospital is now preparing to resume those services. Read MoreJOB VACANCY: REVENUE AND RECEIVABLES MANAGER September 30th 2021
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Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre is seeking to employ a highly skilled and motivated individual to fill the position. Read MoreRESTRICTION ON ELECTIVE & NON-ESSENTIAL SERVICES September 2nd 2021
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Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre will be restricting Elective & Non-Essential Services, effective 6 September 2021. Read MoreSLB MEDICAL CENTRE NEW GUIDELINES August 23rd 2021
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The hospital is monitoring the rise in COVID-19 cases and have adjusted the visitation guidelines as needed. Read MoreSIR LBMSJMC ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD OF DIRECTORS June 10th 2021
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The new Board of Directors includes Glentis Goodwin as the Chairman. Goodwin will succeed Sean Cenac, former Board Chairman. Read MoreCASHIER WANTED AT MSJMC September 16th 2020
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MSJMC is seeking an extraordinary individual to fill the position of cashier. Submit resume by September 22nd. Read MoreCOVID-19 TESTING AT SLB MOUNT ST. JOHN'S MEDICAL CENTRE June 11th 2021
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Check out the requirements, processing fees and other details. Read MoreHURRICANE CHECKLIST May 26th 2020
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This year, due to COVID-19 you will need to consider adding hand sanitizer, gloves, face coverings and disinfecting wipes to your kit. Read MoreJOB VACANCY: MEDICAL RECORDS-UNIT CLERK May 8th 2020
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Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their applications by Friday, May 22nd. Read MoreMSJMC RESUMES SERVICES ON A LIMITED BASIS April 24th 2020
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The hospital will resume services which were previously halted due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Read MoreMSJMC LIFTS NO VISITOR POLICY May 29th 2020
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With universal protections in place, the medical centre has lifted its no-visitor policy. Read MoreFOODS TO CONSIDER IN YOUR DIET TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BREAST CANCER October 8th 2018
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BACK-TO-SCHOOL TIPS FOR PARENTS August 27th 2018
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Check out the eight foolproof tips to ensure the transition between summer and school goes as painlessly as possible. Read MoreMSJMC PREPARES FOR HURRICANE IRMA September 4th 2017
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Officials at MSJMC will activate Phase 3 of its Hurricane Management Plan from today in response to threats associated with Hurricane Irma. Read MoreVOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT MSJMC May 1st 2018
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MSJMC is actively seeking for volunteers who will serve in various areas of the hospital. Read MoreMSJMC DONATES TO BREAST FRIENDS November 12th 2014
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The medical centre announced a donation of over $7,200 to the breast cancer awareness organization, raised during the annual pink PARTY. Read MoreClick here for news archive. | 
