MoHSS

The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MOHSS) is the authority responsible for safeguarding and promoting the health and social well-being of the people of Montserrat. The Ministry is led by the Minister for Health and Social Services who has constitutional responsibility. The Permanent Secretary has oversight responsibility for the management... and strategic coordination and administration of the operations of the Ministry and its related departments. The Chief Medical Officer provides technical guidance on local, regional and international public health matters as well as manages and overseas the provision of medical staff for the health system. The Ministry seeks to provide a caring and integrated system of health and social services that facilitates human development and improves the quality of life in Montserrat by: performing essential public health functions, including health promotion, public health surveillance, research, and control of risks to public health delivering a wide range of social protection programmes and services, including social safety net programmes targeting the most vulnerable members of the population All these activities are performed through close collaboration with other sectors and international agencies and development partners, community participation, and promoting self-reliance by building upon and increasing the assets and capabilities of individuals and social groups to improve their standard of living. The Ministry of Health and Social Services is focused on building robust and transformative approaches to providing better health system for Montserrat, that is integrated and equitable. We are embarking in a new phase of planning and change, exploring innovative approaches to enhance the work of the Ministry. Fundamental to these changes is the need to assist with rebuilding strong communities, and supporting community based activities, focusing a shift from a Secondary Care (Hospital treatment) centric model to a Primary Care (community & preventative) focused ...Read More