The Central Board of Health (CBH) has taken its public health education mandate directly to patients at the Villa Poly Clinic, engaging community members with practical health guidance while they await clinical care.
According to Antigua News Room, CBH staff assigned to the Villa Poly Clinic conducted interactive health education sessions in the clinic's waiting areas, using patients' waiting time as an opportunity to share accessible, actionable health information.
The sessions covered a broad range of topics, including how to prevent pest infestations in and around the home, proper food purchasing practices such as inspecting canned goods for dents or damage, the safe storage of household chemicals away from food, maintaining good personal and household hygiene, and implementing effective mosquito prevention measures to reduce the risk of mosquito-borne diseases.
The sessions drew enthusiastic participation, with visitors asking questions, sharing personal experiences, and seeking advice on everyday health concerns. The response underscores the value of meeting communities where they are and equipping individuals with knowledge they can apply in their daily lives.
The CBH noted that protecting public health is a shared responsibility. By partnering with the nursing team at the Villa Poly Clinic, the board aims to complement clinical care with relevant health information — contributing to healthier homes, safer communities, and improved health outcomes across Antigua and Barbuda.
The Central Board of Health expressed appreciation to the Villa Poly Clinic staff for their continued collaboration and reaffirmed its commitment to delivering meaningful health education directly to the communities it serves.
