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Title	Description
HIV / AIDS Education and Prevention Programme for Women	HIV / AIDS Education and Prevention Programme for Women. The HIV/AIDS Education and Prevention Programme for Women is designed to educate and train selected women in communities about HIV/AIDS and other related issues and seeks to accomplish the following:. The programme would be of interest to persons in every community, but would be of specific benefit to persons affected by the virus.
Controlling Insect-Borne and Organism-Borne Diseases	There are several diseases that are transmitted by insects or other organisms in Trinidad and Tobago that are potentially hazardous to the health of citizens. You have been diagnosed with dengue fever, malaria, yellow fever, West Nile virus, hairy-moth infestation or any other insect or organism-borne disease. The Insect Vector Control Unit will visit your area to assess the situation and will carry out appropriate measures to control the insect or organism vectors, if necessary.
Food and Drug Inspection	Food and Drug Inspection. Any person, broker or business wishing to import, manufacture or sell food or drugs in Trinidad and Tobago must have them inspected and approved by the Chemistry, Food and Drugs Division (CFDD) of the Ministry of Health. Please note that the approval process can take as long as 120 days, and that each month there are various deadlines for new drug inspection and approval, as advised by the Inspector's office.
CDAP - The Chronic Disease Assistance Programme	CDAP - The Chronic Disease Assistance Programme. The Chronic Disease Assistance Programme provides citizens with free prescription drugs and other pharmaceutical items to combat the following health conditions:. There are 47 drugs that are available through CDAP, and new prescription drugs may be added to the list of available drugs from time to time.
Family Services Division Offices	Family Services Division Offices. The Trinidad offices of the National Family Services Division are open from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays. The opening hours for the Tobago office are 8:00 am to 4:15 pm, Monday to Thursday and 8:00 am to 4:00 pm on Friday, except public holidays.
Family Planning and Reproductive Health Services	Family Planning and Reproductive Health Services. The Ministry of Health offers a wide variety of family planning and sexual and reproductive health services to citizens free of charge. The following services are available at public health centres and hospitals at no cost to clients.
Dental Services	The Dental Services Division of the Ministry of Health provides quality oral health care (with the emphasis on prevention) to ensure the maintenance of good oral health. If you are 18 years of age or under, most preventive and restorative services are provided free of charge. When you visit a health clinic, you will be asked to fill out a form with your name, address, date of birth, periodontal medical history and, in the case of children, consent forms must be signed by a parent or guardian.
NADAPP - National Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention Programme	NADAPP - National Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention Programme. This involves informing the public of the health and social consequences of substance abuse as well as the benefits of adopting healthy lifestyles. Please contact the nearest drug treatment resource centre or community action group by following the links above, or contact NADAPP at:.
Antenatal (Pregnancy) Healthcare	Pregnant women must receive special medical care and attention to ensure safe carriage and delivery of their babies. The Ministry of Health provides antenatal healthcare to all pregnant women, free of cost. Antenatal care is available at all of the nation's health facilities with the exception of the St. Ann's Hospital.
Accessing Healthcare and Emergency Medical Services	Accessing Healthcare and Emergency Medical Services. Healthcare is provided free of charge to everyone in Trinidad and Tobago, including non-nationals. In the event of an emergency that requires an ambulance to transport sick or injured parties to any of the nation's public health facilities, please dial the ambulance hotline at 811 for immediate assistance.
Paediatric (Children's) Healthcare Services	Healthcare is provided free of charge to all children under 16 years of age in Trinidad and Tobago, including non-nationals. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian when visiting any health facility. For more information please visit the Ministry of Health website at the link below, or contact:.
Public Health and Sanitation Services	Public Health and Sanitation Services. Municipal corporations are responsible for managing public health and sanitation in Trinidad. A list of the public health functions of the municipal corporations is provided below:.
Pharmaceutical Grant	The Pharmaceutical Grant is provided for the purchase of prescriptive drugs only if unavailable at the Government Dispensary (Health Centre) or through the Chronic Disease Assistance Programme (CDAP). The grant is designed to assist chronically ill persons who are clients of the Ministry of the People and Social Development, or persons in dire need of assistance to purchase their prescribed medication. Persons who are already clients of the Ministry of the People and Social Development must approach their respective officer to make a request for assistance.
Medical Equipment Grant	The Medical Equipment grant is provided to assist needy persons in the purchase of medical aids such as hearing aids, wheelchairs, prosthetics, eyeglasses, colostomy bags, etc. The maximum amount of the grant is TT$7,500.00. For more information on how to apply for this grant and the eligibility criteria, please contact the Social Welfare Division office in your district.
Substance Abuse and Rehabilitation	The Piparo Empowerment Centre provides long-term residential treatment, rehabilitation and skills training for male substance abusers in Trinidad and Tobago, based on the Therapeutic Community Model. The Piparo Empowerment Centre accepts treatment requests for male substance abusers who are considered to be:. For more information, please contact the Programme Director at the Piparo Empowerment Centre at the address above between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
Immunization	The Ministry of Health provides immunization services at no charge to citizens of Trinidad and Tobago through the Extended Programme on Immunization. Vaccinations are done by appointment at all Health Centres on days scheduled for immunization. You may find more information on immunization at the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) Division or at any Health Centre.
Drug and Alcohol Treatment Services	Drug and Alcohol Treatment Services. The Ministry of Health offers addiction treatment at a number of facilities throughout the country. If you have a drug or alcohol problem, please visit one of the health facilities listed in the following section.
Geriatric Adolescent Partnership Programme (GAPP)	Geriatric Adolescent Partnership Programme (GAPP). The Geriatric Adolescent Partnership Programme is designed to sensitise young people to the ageing process and help them, through training and field visitation, to develop practical skills in geriatric care. It aims to foster a sense of self-worth, discipline and national consciousness and to fully integrate youths into the larger community so that they can interface effectively with older adults.
Mental Health Services	Mental illness is a serious and growing problem in Trinidad and Tobago. Voluntary treatment can be accessed by visiting a mental health care facility and filling out a "Voluntary Admission Form. Outpatient treatment can include medication, psychotherapy and rehabilitation, and is administered at health centres that offer mental health care while the patient continues to live at home in his or her community.
Geriatric In-Home Care in Tobago	Geriatric In-Home Care in Tobago. The Geriatric In-Home Care service enables you to access in-home care for an elderly person residing in Tobago who either lives alone or is alone during the day. A caregiver will be provided by the Division of Community Development and Culture to assist the elderly person with living activities during the daytime.
HIV/AIDS and other Sexually Transmitted Infections	The Government of Trinidad and Tobago is committed to curbing the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), with particular emphasis on the HIV/AIDS epidemic, and improving the lives of those living with HIV. The first step in addressing the threat of HIV/AIDS and other STIs in Trinidad and Tobago is for all citizens who are sexually active to get tested. Administrative Office opening hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.
Drug and Alcohol Treatment Facilities	Drug and Alcohol Treatment Facilities. The following facilities offer assessment and treatment of drug and alcohol addiction and abuse. Port of Spain General Hospital.
Health Centres that Offer Dental Services	Health Centres that Offer Dental Services. Dental services are offered from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays. Aranguez Main Road.
Public Health Complaints	Any member of the public in Trinidad and Tobago can complain to the Public Health Inspectorate about public health problems such as poor drainage, animal rearing, garbage or unclean facilities. Complaints can be lodged with your County Medical Officer of Health (CMOH) by:. For further information, please contact the Chief Public Health Inspector or visit the Ministry of Health website.
Cancer Care and Treatment	Cancer Care and Treatment. The NOP's main focus is on treatment, education, awareness, prevention, screening and early diagnosis, palliation (care and pain management when treatment is no longer an option) and supportive care. Port of Spain General Hospital, 169 Charlotte Street, Port of Spain, Trinidad, West Indies (868) 623-2951/2/4/5/6.
Queen's Park Counselling Centre Field Clinics	Queen's Park Counselling Centre Field Clinics. Queen's Park Counselling Centre. Opening hours: 8:00 am to 1:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.
Mental Health Care Facilities	Mental Health Care Facilities. Mental Health services are offered from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays. Aranguez Main Road.
Donating Blood	Our health system relies on a continuous supply of blood from volunteer donors, and there is often a shortage. Blood can be donated by anyone meeting the criteria listed in the “Health criteria for donating blood” section below. The National Blood Transfusion Service also has a mobile unit that selects business places (that have at least 20 willing possible donors) to visit for the purpose of collecting blood from voluntary donors.
Respiratory Diseases	Respiratory diseases are a leading cause of illness and death in Trinidad and Tobago. The Respiratory Disease Programme seeks to decrease the rate of infection and reduce the number of illnesses and deaths from respiratory diseases by focusing on prevention and treatment. Please note that if the patient has been discharged from Chest Clinic for a period of six months and requires re-admission, another referral letter will be required.
Occupational Health and Safety Enquiries and Complaints	County Medical Officers of Health provide free assessments and investigations of occupational health and safety issues. You can seek advice about creating a safe working environment or make a complaint about unsafe conditions by contacting your County Medical Officer of Health by:. For more information, please contact your County Medical Officer of Health, the Chief Public Health Inspector or visit the Ministry of Health website.
County Medical Officers of Health Offices	County Medical Officers of Health Offices. County Medical Officers of Health receive complaints and offer advice on public health and occupational health and safety issues. County Medical Officer of Health (CMOH) offices are open from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday except public holidays.
Food and Drug Inspection	Food and Drug Inspection. Any person, broker or business wishing to import, manufacture or sell food or drugs in Trinidad and Tobago must have them inspected and approved by the Chemistry, Food and Drugs Division (CFDD) of the Ministry of Health. Please note that the approval process can take as long as 120 days, and that each month there are various deadlines for new drug inspection and approval, as advised by the Inspector's office.
Public Health Complaints	Any member of the public in Trinidad and Tobago can complain to the Public Health Inspectorate about public health problems such as poor drainage, animal rearing, garbage or unclean facilities. Complaints can be lodged with your County Medical Officer of Health (CMOH) by:. For further information, please contact the Chief Public Health Inspector or visit the Ministry of Health website.
Occupational Health and Safety Enquiries and Complaints	County Medical Officers of Health provide free assessments and investigations of occupational health and safety issues. You can seek advice about creating a safe working environment or make a complaint about unsafe conditions by contacting your County Medical Officer of Health by:. For more information, please contact your County Medical Officer of Health, the Chief Public Health Inspector or visit the Ministry of Health website.
Antenatal (Pregnancy) Healthcare	Pregnant women must receive special medical care and attention to ensure safe carriage and delivery of their babies. The Ministry of Health provides antenatal healthcare to all pregnant women, free of cost. Antenatal care is available at all of the nation's health facilities with the exception of the St. Ann's Hospital.
Paediatric (Children's) Healthcare Services	Healthcare is provided free of charge to all children under 16 years of age in Trinidad and Tobago, including non-nationals. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian when visiting any health facility. For more information please visit the Ministry of Health website at the link below, or contact:.
Accessing Healthcare and Emergency Medical Services	Accessing Healthcare and Emergency Medical Services. Healthcare is provided free of charge to everyone in Trinidad and Tobago, including non-nationals. In the event of an emergency that requires an ambulance to transport sick or injured parties to any of the nation's public health facilities, please dial the ambulance hotline at 811 for immediate assistance.

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