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Sun, 20 Mar 2022 00:57:16 +0000
HIFU machine commissioned at DCFH; it will reduce need for overseas medical treatment says Health Minister
The Dominica-China Friendship Hospital (DCFH) has commissioned its High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU). The machine was donated by the Chinese government at an estimated cost of US$2.5M and will be used to treat tumors- both benign tumors and ce...

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 19:19:41 +0000
COMMENTARY: Shake the Salt Habit
“Too much salt in our diets can harm our health, leading to unnecessary deaths from heart attacks and strokes, and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs),” stated Dr. Joy St. John, Executive Director at CARPHA, in observance of World Salt Awarene...

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 17:42:32 +0000
IRC prepares for tariff review of DOMLEC
The Independent Regulatory Commission (IRC) is preparing to review new electricity rates for the Dominica Electricity Services Ltd. (DOMLEC). As the regulator of the electricity sector in Dominica, the Electricity Supply Act No. 10 of 2006 empowers ...

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 12:46:06 +0000
PAYS announces another Yachties Appreciation Week
This year’s theme for PAYS’ Yachties Appreciation Week aligns with Discover Dominica Authority’s objective of promoting a safe travel experience on the Nature Island. The itinerary of ceremonies, games, tours, outdoor activities, and entertainm...

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 11:58:32 +0000
Joint statement by British, US, EU and Canadian ambassadors to the region: We All Stand With Ukraine
People across the globe have been shocked and moved by the harrowing scenes from Ukraine. Whole cities are being destroyed by Russian missiles, with hospitals, apartment buildings and railway stations reduced to rubble. Thousands have been killed, in...

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 21:32:14 +0000
No approval for bus fare increase say police; commuters asked to report drivers who demand increases
As bus drivers mull over a fare increase as a result of the recent hike in fuel prices, the police have stated that no approval has been made or granted for increase in fares and cautioned against this offense. On... The post No approval for bus fare...

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 20:59:56 +0000
DOWASCO plans water week to commemorate World Water Day
The Dominica Water and Sewerage Company Ltd. (DOWASCO) will raise awareness about the significance of water resources, particularly groundwater as the Dominica joins the rest of the world in celebrating World Water Day on March 22, 2022. Over the yea...

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 20:46:16 +0000
Release on International Day of Forest 2022
The Commonwealth of Dominica joins the rest of the world in celebrating International Day of Forest, on March 21st, 2022. The theme for this year’s celebration is “Forests and sustainable production and consumption.”; a timely reminder ...

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 20:30:43 +0000
Agriculture stakeholders make recommendations to Government to grow the industry
Several recommendations have been made to the government by farmers, fisherfolk, agro-processors, hucksters, hoteliers and other key agriculture stakeholders on measures to strengthen the value chain to promote food security and achieve sustainable g...

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 19:02:06 +0000
Statement by PM Roosevelt Skerrit on diplomatic relations with Syria
Statement by the Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit March 18th 2022 The post Statement by PM Roosevelt Skerrit on diplomatic relations with Syria appeared first on Dominica News Online.



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