Caribbean Wellness Day Amplified with Activities Focused on 'Power Through Collective Action

Caribbean Wellness Day, first established in 2007 as part of a regional response to the growing threat of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), aims to increase public awareness of the importance of adopting healthy habits, including regular physical activity, healthy eating, and mental well-being. Each year, the day is observed across the Caribbean with events and initiatives designed to engage communities and promote health and wellness at all levels.

In Saint Lucia, the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs has ramped up its CWD celebration, engaging a wide range of partners to amplify the message of collective responsibility in promoting healthier communities. Schools, health organizations and community groups are working together to support and drive participation in the events planned throughout the week.

The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs is inviting the public to participate in a Health Fair on Friday, September 13th, 2024, at the Micoud Wellness Centre starting at 10:00 AM, and in the Wellness Walk on Sunday, September 15th, 2024, at the Vieux Fort Philip Marcellin Grounds to the Laborie Playing Field from 5:30 AM. Both events are part of the observance of Caribbean Wellness Day 2024.