SLBMC issued a notice to exit employees about retroactive payments. Importantly, it explained eligibility rules for former staff. In addition, it detailed payment methods and required documents clearly. The Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre confirmed a 9 percent salary increase payout. This applies to employees who worked from January 1, 2019 to January 31, 2024. […]
SLBMC Marks World Down Syndrome Day With Socks Campaign SLBMC marks World Down Syndrome Day on Saturday, March 21, with awareness events. Today, Friday, March 20, staff participate in the global “Rock Your Socks” campaign. Moreover, the community is invited to join. People wear colorful or mismatched socks because chromosomes resemble socks. This fun act […]
SLBMC nurse Philis Humphreys has achieved a major academic milestone.She has earned a master’s degree in nursing leadership. The achievement marks a proud moment for Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre.It also highlights ongoing professional development within the institution. Humphreys works as an Infection, Disease and Environmental Health nurse.Through dedication, she advanced her academic qualifications. Specifically, […]
SLBMC Records Only New Year Birth for 2026 SLBMC welcomed its first New Year baby at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre.The birth marked the start of 2026 at the facility. Hospital officials announced the arrival of a healthy baby girl.The baby was born to Junique Charles Archibald.Both mother and child are reported to be […]
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) Certified as an Essential Stroke Centre by the World Stroke Organization Milestone achievement marks a new era for stroke care in Antigua & Barbuda ST. JOHN’S, Antigua, October 19, 2025 — The Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) has officially been certified as an Essential Stroke Centre by the […]
ST. JOHN’S, Antigua, October 3, 2025 — The Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) has received a generous donation of $13,500 XCD from the Makhoul family, given in loving memory of their mother, Marie Makhoul, who passed away from ovarian and lung cancer. Of the total, $10,000 was contributed by the family and an additional $3,500 by […]
ST. JOHN’S, Antigua, October 1, 2025 — The Friends of Mount St. John’s Medical Centre (FoMSJMC) has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to the nation’s healthcare system with a generous donation to the Oncology Unit at Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC). Valued at almost $40,000 XCD, the donation includes IV stands, clinical care recliners, […]
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