8.1 VISION:
The flourishing of each individual and community in Trinidad and Tobago physically, mentally emotionally, spiritually and socially. Going beyond;
• hospitals and to include altering health beliefs,
• disease and infirmity as criteria for wellness and focusing on the individuals positive functioning in life no matter the ailment,
• government responsibility for the population health and to enhance individual personal conscientiousness. To build a health system that consists not only of institutions but a system that is a culture of good health. A culture that would change Trinidad and Tobago’s current economic and social potential into a reality.
8.2 GOAL:
A population that leads long, healthy lives that is promoted by quality health care and fuelled by personal and community responsibility.
8.3 INTRODUCTION
Fundamental to Trinidad and Tobago’s economic expansion, security and sustainability is the health of its people. A healthy population is crucial to the country’s goal of becoming an international engine of global growth. The continuity of the economy is dependent on the endurance and welfare of the present and future generations of
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