The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) is observing its 10-year anniversary since becoming the new single regional public health agency for the Caribbean when it was legally established in July 2011. However, the agency began its operations in 2013, after an Intergovernmental Agreement was signed by the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Member States.
CARPHA’s Executive Director, Dr. Joy St. John, said, “We were established to be the guardian of the Caribbean Community’s public health. Much was expected of us for the privilege of that position of trust. I am so proud that 10 years later, CARPHA is still here and still serving our Member States. For Caribbean Public Health Day, we want to take this time to reflect on all we have learnt.
It is wonderful that there are achievements that have been recognised. More importantly, CARPHA has found many ways to add value in Caribbean public health and health security. We are determined to ensure the public health good of all Caribbean people.”