Ministry of Health to launch national NCD screening campaign

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October 22, 2026

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Ministry of Health to launch national NCD screening campaign

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The Government is looking to roll out a national non-communicable diseases (NCDs) screening campaign.

This was revealed by Minister of Health and Wellness, Senator Lisa Cummins.

Speaking during the media launch of the Barbados School Nutrition Policy Recognition Awards 2026, she said the initiative, which has been approved by Cabinet, will begin in schools.

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