The staff at the National Laboratory has enhanced their capabilities in detecting, monitoring, preventing, and controlling Zika and other mosquito-borne diseases.
This advancement comes as a result of their participation in an intensive five-day training course conducted last week.
The program was facilitated by the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA), supported by the 11th European Development Fund (EDF).
During the training, participants gained in-depth knowledge and practical skills focused on the latest methodologies for diagnosing mosquito-borne illnesses.
The course emphasized improving the accuracy and efficiency of tests used to detect antigens and antibodies associated with diseases such as Chikungunya, Dengue, and Zika.
One of the primary goals of the training was to significantly decrease the turnaround time for test results, thereby enabling quicker response times in public health interventions.
With this new expertise, the laboratory staff is now better equipped to contribute to regional efforts in combating these health threats, ultimately leading to improved health outcomes for the community.
