Antigua and barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda (/ænˈtiːɡ(w)ə ... bɑːrˈbjuːdə/; an-TEE-g(w)ə ... bar-BEW-də) is a twin-island country in the Americas, lying between the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. It consists of two major inhabited islands, Antigua and Barbuda, and a number of smaller islands.
Etymology
The name "Antigua" comes from the Spanish word for "ancient" and "Barbuda" means "bearded". The names were given by Christopher Columbus on his second voyage to the New World in 1493.
Health Care in Antigua and Barbuda
Health care in Antigua and Barbuda is provided by a mix of government hospitals, clinics, and private practices. The Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment is responsible for overseeing the health care system.
Hospitals
The main hospital in Antigua and Barbuda is the Mount St. John's Medical Centre, located in the capital city of St. John's. There are also several smaller clinics and health centers throughout the islands.
Health Issues
Common health issues in Antigua and Barbuda include hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease. The country also faces challenges related to vector-borne diseases such as dengue fever and Zika virus due to its tropical climate.
Related Terms
- Caribbean
- Health care
- Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment
- Mount St. John's Medical Centre
- Hypertension
- Diabetes
- Heart disease
- Vector-borne diseases
- Dengue fever
- Zika virus
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Antigua and barbuda
- Wikipedia's article - Antigua and barbuda
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