The Minister of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs, Michael Joseph visited several public health clinics across Antigua for the primary purpose of presenting Nurses with gift baskets in recognition of Nurses Week 2026.

The gesture, which was personally funded by the Minister, was intended as a heartfelt token of appreciation for the unwavering dedication, compassion, and sacrifices Nurses continue to make daily in service to the people of Antigua and Barbuda.

During today’s presentations, gift baskets were delivered to Nurses attached to the Grays Farm Clinic, Villa Polyclinic, Cedar Grove Clinic, Judges Hill Clinic, Clare Hall Clinic, Pigotts Clinic, Parham Clinic, All Saints Clinic, Glanvilles Clinic, Potters Clinic, Bendals Clinic, and Brownes Avenue Clinic.

Minister Joseph expressed sincere gratitude to the nation’s Nurses for the critical role they play within the healthcare system, noting that their commitment and professionalism remain essential to the delivery of quality healthcare services across the country.

The Minister further indicated that presentations will continue tomorrow until all 22 clinics currently in operation have received their gift baskets.

He once again extended warm wishes to Nurses throughout Antigua and Barbuda for a meaningful and successful Nurses Week 2026, while commending them for their outstanding contribution to national healthcare and the countless lives they impact each day.