By Sy. Paul’s News Team
October 18 2026 | Community Spotlight
Residents of St. Paul’s took advantage of an opportunity to monitor their health on Sunday as the St. Paul’s Community Health Screening Day brought free health services to the community.
The event, hosted by Member of Parliament for St. Paul, Hon. E.P. Chet Greene, was held from 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the deck of the St. Paul’s Empowerment Centre.
Community members received access to a range of free screenings, including blood pressure checks, blood sugar testing, eye examinations, prostate screenings and breast examinations.
The initiative formed part of St. Paul’s Health Month 2026, being held under the theme “Know Your Numbers. Own Your Health.” The month-long programme is focused on encouraging residents to take greater responsibility for their health and to make regular health checks part of their routine.
Dr. Jerry Simon, one of the physicians participating in Sunday’s screening, welcomed the strong community response and emphasized the importance of regular medical check-ups.
“A health check-up is important because it gives you an opportunity to know what is happening with your body, even when you may not have any symptoms. Knowing your numbers, such as your blood pressure and blood sugar, allows you to identify potential problems early and take appropriate action. Events like this make those basic checks more accessible to members of the community.”
Dr. Simon was joined by Dr. Maurice Wright of New York and Dr. Liam O’Droma in providing medical services during the event.
A team of student doctors from Metropolitan University also assisted with the initiative. They included Alice White, Christine Eales, Akshaya Inti, Lalithesh Yalla and Ruwan Palapathwala.
The medical team was supported by nurses Denzie Simon and Esther Armstrong, while Leslie Nesbitt served as coordinator.
The screening day provided residents with an opportunity to receive basic health assessments while also engaging directly with healthcare professionals about their individual health needs.
The initiative reinforces the central message of St. Paul’s Health Month 2026: “Know Your Numbers. Own Your Health.” By encouraging residents to monitor key health indicators and seek medical attention when necessary, organizers are promoting greater awareness of preventive healthcare and the importance of taking action before health concerns become more serious.