Marigot Health Center

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Marigot Health Centre is crucial in Dominica’s northeast healthcare network, offering community-based services that focus on prevention, wellness, and everyday medical needs near the larger Marigot Hospital.

About Marigot Health Centre

Marigot Health Centre is a government-run primary care facility located in Saint Andrew Parish, serving the village of Marigot and nearby coastal communities including Melville Hall and Londonderry. It operates under the Ministry of Health, Wellness and New Health Investment and provides a first point of contact for public healthcare. While the newly constructed Marigot Hospital now handles emergency and specialist services, the health centre continues to deliver essential outpatient care, health screenings, immunisations, and chronic disease management. Commissioned in March 2021, the facility strengthens access to health services for residents in the area, ensuring continuity and integration between local primary care and hospital-based treatment.

Primary Services and Daily Operations

• General consultations and follow-ups for minor illnesses
• Prenatal and postnatal care, including maternal check-ups and infant development tracking
• Immunisation programmes for children and at-risk adults
• Management of non-communicable diseases like hypertension and diabetes
• Health education sessions on lifestyle, nutrition, and hygiene
• Pharmacy services and referrals for diagnostic tests or specialized care

Community Role and Public Outreach

The health centre is actively involved in public education and preventative health efforts. Regular village-based health fairs and school outreach programs form a key part of its mission to reduce disease burden and improve overall wellness. It also works with local volunteers and regional health teams during campaigns such as vaccination drives and vector control initiatives.

Relationship with Marigot Hospital

Although located just minutes from the state-of-the-art Marigot Hospital, the Marigot Health Centre remains essential for non-urgent care. It ensures that patients with manageable conditions can be treated locally without overwhelming the hospital’s emergency services. The centre provides seamless referrals and coordinates ongoing care with the hospital’s specialists when necessary.

Marigot Health Centre is integral to Dominica’s community-based care model. It combines accessibility, preventative focus, and local trust to support public health in the northeast.