Dominica
Dominica
Dominica (/dɒmɪˈniːkə/ dom-ih-NEE-kə; French: Dominique; Island Carib: Wai‘tu kubuli), officially the Commonwealth of Dominica, is an island country in the Caribbean.
Etymology
The name Dominica comes from the Latin word Dominus, meaning "Lord". It was named by Christopher Columbus who landed on the island on a Sunday, which is Dies Dominica in Latin, meaning "Day of the Lord".
Geography
Dominica is located in the Eastern Caribbean, between the French islands of Guadeloupe and Martinique. It is known as the "Nature Island of the Caribbean" due to its lush scenery and diverse flora and fauna.
Healthcare in Dominica
Healthcare in Dominica is managed by the Ministry of Health and the Environment, with services provided at a number of hospitals, health centers, and clinics across the island. The main hospital is the Princess Margaret Hospital in Roseau.
Related Terms
- Caribbean
- Latin
- Christopher Columbus
- Guadeloupe
- Martinique
- Ministry of Health and the Environment
- Princess Margaret Hospital
- Roseau
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dominica
- Wikipedia's article - Dominica
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