The World Health Organization and the Pan American Health Organization have congratulated The Bahamas for becoming the latest Caribbean country to be certified for eliminating the mother-to-child transmission of HIV.
PAHO Director and WHO Regional Director for the Americas, Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, says this achievement reflects sustained political commitment and strong national leadership, alongside the dedication and compassion of the health workforce.
The WHO says The Bahamas achieved this milestone by pioneering a comprehensive and inclusive healthcare model.
It says key to this success has been the provision of universal antenatal care to all pregnant women, regardless of nationality or legal status, across both public and private facilities.