Ministry of Health - Trinidad and Tobago

IT’S ALL ABOUT HIM! Men, it’s time to take charge of your health! FREE prostate cancer screening is happening TODAY Saturday 20th July from 9 a.m. Screening locations include: 📍Sangre Grande Enhanced Health Centre 📍Paddock, Queen’s Park Savannah 📍Colposcopy Centre, Mt Hope Women’s Hospital 📍Point Fortin Hospital 📍San Fernando Teaching Hospital Visit the location nearest to you to GET SCREENED !

1 Pint of blood can save up to 3 lives. Your contribution can make a big difference ! Blood that is donated voluntarily will be placed in the national pool to be utilised. Blood Donation Locations include: 📍#2 Queen's Park East, Port of Spain 📍San Fernando General Hospital 📍Eric Williams Medical Sciences Complex 📍Arima General Hospital 📍Point Fortin Hospital 📍Sangre Grande Hospital 📍Scarborough General Hospital Give the gift of life! Book now to donate by visiting - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1SX4TLH-_Y598v0zUwy1reAmRnKY2O-_WVSLYc7OuNiU/edit

Testing for HIV is quick, painless, confidential and FREE. In Trinidad and Tobago, HIV rapid tests and a laboratory test are used to detect the presence of HIV. If you have never done an HIV test, here is what you can expect. 🔗 Visit health.gov.tt/HACU for a list of HIV testing sites.

Want to kick off the day with some exercise ? Check out our Get Moving with TTMoves playlist on YouTube and choose the routine for you! Visit https://shorturl.at/ZouXQ to choose the routine for you.

In recognition of World Blood Donor Day, the Ministry of Health hosted a Blood Drive at the Brian Lara Promenade. Donated blood can help save the lives of people you may not even know. Consider becoming a voluntary blood donor today and contribute to the national blood bank !

Volunteering to donate blood regularly is one of the best ways to give back to society and contribute positively to our nation’s healthcare system. With your help, we can create a reliable blood supply, so that anyone who needs blood can access it at any time. Visit the Ministry's Blood Drive this Friday 14th June to donate ! #WorldBloodDonorDay #WorldBloodDonorDay2024

Start the week off right! When planning your meals, don’t forget water! Water is an important part of a healthy diet. Here are some tips to drink more water: 🚰Have your water bottle on hand. 🚰Drink a full glass of water with every meal and snack. 🚰Set alarms on your phone to drink water. 🚰Track how many glasses of water you drink daily. #TTMoves #movementforlifestylechange

It’s World Food Safety Day! Food safety is everyone’s business. Safe food keeps you healthy and allows your body to absorb the nutrients it needs! Here are some ways you can make sure the food you eat is safe: 🍲When preparing meals, separate raw and cooked food to ensure that your food is safe for consumption 🍲Wash your hands before handling food as well as during food preparation. 🍲Keep your foods at the right temperatures. Hot food should be kept and served hot and foods that require refrigeration should be kept in the refrigerator. #WorldFoodSafetyDay2024

Your mental health matters. Remember to reach out and talk with someone you trust.

Let’s Get Moving with TTMoves! Did you catch the first episode of Get Moving with TTMoves on TTT this morning? If you missed it, visit the Ministry’s website or YouTube page to catch the full episode or tune into TTT to catch the repeats! Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 5:35pm Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:45pm Saturdays 10:15 am and 6:30pm #MovementForLifestyleChange #GetMoving #TTMoves

Tobacco use increases your risk for both short and long-term health issues including: 👉Bad oral health 👉Pregnancy complications 👉Heart disease 👉Lung cancer and other cancers 👉Stroke FREE Cessation Clinic Services are available for persons who are struggling to quit tobacco use. Learn more about these clinics by visiting https://health.gov.tt/cessation-clinic-services

Here are some tips to make sure your children’s vaccines are up to date. ✅Make sure you keep your child's scheduled appointments. ✅Your baby's checkups should coincide with the recommended vaccination schedule. ✅Discuss any questions regarding recommended vaccinations with your healthcare provider. ✅Keep your child's 5-year appointment before their preschool/kindergarten registration. 🔗 Visit https://buff.ly/49BOtxz to view the immunisation schedule. Engage now to protect your future! #VWA2024 #VWA

Pregnant women are at a higher risk of contracting the Influenza virus and may experience more severe illness from the virus. Safeguard your health by getting the Influenza vaccine which is available free-of-charge at all health centres. Learn more about the Influenza Vaccine by visiting - https://health.gov.tt/influenza-frequently-asked-questions Engage now to protect your future! #VWA2024 #VWA

Did you know certain strains of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) can develop into Cervical Cancer? The HPV vaccine is safe and effective at protecting against cervical cancer, which is one of the most common forms of cancer among women in Trinidad and Tobago. Engage now to protect your future! 🔗 Learn more about the HPV vaccine by visiting https://buff.ly/3SlF2NE

It’s Vaccination Week in the Americas! Did You Know? 👉Vaccines stimulate your body’s immune system to protect you against subsequent infection or disease. 👉Getting immunised at an early age can protect you against diseases such as measles, yellow fever, tetanus, polio, mumps and rubella. Engage now to protect your future. 📍Get immunised by visiting your nearest health centre. #VWA2024 #VWA

Donated blood from just one (1) person could save up to three (3) lives. Here are some things you need to know about blood donation: 🩸The donor must be in good health. 🩸The minimum age limit for donating blood is 17 years, with consent. There is no upper age limit for donating blood. 🩸The screening procedure at the Blood Bank will determine your eligibility to donate blood. 🩸The donor should weigh more than one hundred and ten (110) pounds. 🔗 Book now to save lives by visiting health.gov.tt/sharebloodtt

Hand hygiene can prevent the contraction and spread of viruses such as influenza. This includes washing your hands frequently and properly. Here’s how: 🧼Wet your hands and apply soap. 🧼Scrub your hands together for at least 20 seconds. Remember to wash the front and back of your hands, as well as under your nails. 🧼Rinse your hands thoroughly with water. 🧼Dry your hands with a paper towel.

It’s never too late to take charge of your health! The Honourable Terrence Deyalsingh, Minister of Health congratulates Naomi Rogers, who continues to make great choices towards maintaining a healthy lifestyle through exercise and a proper diet. 👏 Staying active can reduce your risk of developing a non-communicable disease. 🏃 💦 Drink at least 8-10 250ml glasses of water a day. 🏃Get moving with 30 minutes of exercise a day or making 4000-7000 steps a day. 🍎Eat at least 2-4 servings of fruits daily. #TTMoves #AMovementforLifestyleChange

Did you know that choosing water over sweetened beverages can reduce your chance of developing non-communicable diseases such as diabetes? Stay hydrated by drinking 8-10 glasses of water a day and encourage your children to follow your lead! 👪 👉Each glass should be at least 250ml Drink more water! 🚰 Visit https://health.gov.tt/tips-to-stay-hydrated for tips you can follow to stay hydrated.

#HappeningNow: Activities for the National Day of Screening include, health screening, Pap smears, information about healthy lifestyles and screening for breast cancer. Visit health.gov.ttt/womens-day-2024 to learn more. #InspireInclusion #investinwomen