AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoHealth Alert: Barbados’ Ministry of Health says syphilis cases are rising, with 156 new cases in 2025 (up from 107 in 2024) and more positive tests at the Best dos Santos lab—urging safer sex, regular testing and prompt treatment. Youth & Wellness: A psychotherapist at Verdun House warns that vaping is widely accepted among adolescents, but Teen Intervene has already educated 2,000+ students across six secondary schools. Education & Rights: Primary students are being encouraged to learn children’s rights, while officials praise a national letter-writing competition for boosting literacy and creativity. Workplace Culture: HRMAB says employers struggle to attract and retain staff as workers prioritise culture, flexibility and development—not just pay. Tourism & Travel: Newly elected CHTA president Gregor Nassief and his wife were denied US visa renewal, adding to concerns around Caribbean CBI-linked travel restrictions. Culture & Entertainment: Public voting opens for the Caribbean Music Awards’ fourth year, with 250+ nominees and new genre categories. Local Spotlight: Barbadians are urged to use Heritage Month to deepen appreciation of the island’s history and traditions.
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