In light of the recent wave of Yellow Fever cases in the region, the OECS Health Unit convened a meeting to swiftly address the concerns of Member States and share useful and timely information on the prevention of the disease. The Pan American Health Organisation and the World Health Organisation are closely monitoring the situation and giving appropriate updates to the regional Ministries of Health. In the event of a suspected case, CARPHA has the capacity to support the OECS Member States in testing for the disease. PAHO has also pledged to make Yellow Fever vaccines available for persons likely to be exposed, should the need arise
