Contributing to improved respiratory infection health care in the Caribbean during the DuCaPHEN Conference
During the 2026 DuCaPHEN Conference, the project coordinators of the RSV Roadmap CAS-islands project had the opportunity to present to a diverse audience of public health professionals and stakeholders from the Dutch Caribbean islands.
The RSV Roadmap CAS-islands project aims to provide support in developing a context-specific decision and implementation support roadmap for the islands of Curaçao, Aruba and Sint Maarten (CAS) in collaboration with local stakeholders. This roadmap supports the Ministries of Health of the CAS-islands to make an informed and feasible decision on the potential introduction of RSV preventive measures that best fit the unique needs and healthcare contexts of each island.
During the presentation at DuCaPHEN, our project coordinators shared updates on the project’s progress and discussed the current situation regarding RSV burden and prevention on their respective islands. They highlighted key similarities and differences between the islands, as well as challenges and opportunities related to the
DuCaPHEN serves as an important platform for knowledge sharing, collaboration, and networking among the Dutch Caribbean islands. It provides an opportunity for professionals and organizations to learn from one another’s initiatives, exchange best practices, and strengthen regional partnerships.
Presenting our project at the DuCaPHEN conference provided a valuable opportunity to raise awareness, foster new connections, and explore future collaborations.
