Health
Antigua and Barbuda Launches Universal Health Coverage Reforms in 2026
Antigua and Barbuda is advancing a major health sector overhaul in 2026, including universal coverage initiatives and infrastructure upgrades to improve access and reduce out-of-pocket costs.
In 2026 Antigua and Barbuda is implementing sweeping health reforms aimed at achieving universal health coverage and modernizing its health infrastructure. The government is rolling out the National Health Insurance system to replace the older Medical Benefits Scheme, expanding coverage and improving financial protection for vulnerable groups. Additional priorities include opening a new renal care centre, reopening the Cancer Centre in early 2026, and upgrading facilities such as dialysis services and mental health infrastructure. These moves are framed as part of a decade-long push to strengthen health governance, reduce the burden of non-communicable diseases, and build climate-resilient health systems.
- Status
- active
- Location
- St John's, Antigua and Barbuda
- Date added
- 2026-03-26 08:01 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-26 08:01 UTC
- Source
- Antigua Newsroom
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