Nuclear technology to treat diseases in the Caribbean

BASSE-TERRE, Guadeloupe, CMC – The first medical centre enabling the screening and treatment of diseases through advanced nuclear technology in the Caribbean was opened Guadeloupe earlier this month.

The Guadeloupe Center of Molecular Imaging (CIMGUA) will facilitate access to advanced health care within the region, providing an alternative and often less expensive option to patients.

The new medical enter has been given the all-clear by the Nuclear Safety Authority – the organ that ensures the regulation of nuclear safety to protect the public and the environment from the risks of undertaking nuclear activities. 

Authorisations were granted in July 2017 and May 2018 certifying that CIMGUA was officially ready to begin its operational phase.

Head of the Health Unit at the OECS (Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States) Commission Dr Carlene Radix has commended the joint efforts which were critical to achieve the project.

“The Center of Molecular Imaging of Guadeloupe was truly a reflection of cooperation between the civil society, health specialists and several government agencies in Guadeloupe. We look forward to close cooperation so that these services can be extended to citizens living in the OECS,” Dr Radix said.

The OES says the CIMGUA provides opportunities of closer collaboration in the area of health between the French territory and neighbouring islands.

Patients from the Eastern Caribbean who are usually required to seek medical assistance in North America and other areas will now be able to access health services in the French territory of Guadeloupe, which is currently in negotiations to become an Associate Member of the OECS.

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