Health & Wellness
Help your heart by making healthier food choices.
Excess weight puts a strain on your heart.
Avoid high blood pressure.
Relax and reduce your stress levels.
Try to exercise regularly.
You should try to give up smoking.
Statement Of Principal Responsibilities
The South-West Regional Health Authority (SWRHA) is one of five (5) existing Regional Health Authorities established by the Parliament of Trinidad and Tobago under Act No. 5 of 1994 as part of Government's efforts through the Health Sector Reform Programme to decentralize the management and provision of health care in Trinidad and Tobago.
The SWRHA is responsible for the administration and management of the San Fernando General Hospital, Area Hospital Point Fortin, the Princes Town District Health Facility, Couva District Health Facility and 33 Health Centres scattered throughout the region.
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Latest News
Creating A Child-Friendly Waiting Area
The Paediatric Corner was created to enhance the care given to paediatric patients in the Main Operating Theatre Suite's Reception Area.
Friends of San Fernando General Hospital Chips In
Non-profit and volunteer service organization to the San Fernando General Hospital (SFGH), Friends of the Hospital (Friends of SFGH), has undertaken some hefty projects for 2010, aimed at assisting those who benefit from the hospital’s services.
Disarming Diabetes at Freeport Health Centre
In a bid to actively encourage persons living with diabetes in their community to develop healthy illness-management practices in their daily lives, the Freeport Health Centre hosted a seminar entitled "Disarming Diabetes" on March 17, 2010.
Events
- Oct. 10 - World Mental Health Day
- Oct. 8: Cancer Awareness Fair, SFGH foyer
- Oct. 4: Launch of Cancer Awareness Month, SFGH Foyer
- Sept. 12: Caribbean Wellness Day
- August 1-7: World Breastfeeding Week
