MedAccess pilot to provide free diabetes and hypertension drugs for uninsured residents

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Jun 9, 2026 - 19:43

MedAccess pilot to provide free diabetes and hypertension drugs for uninsured residents

Uninsured residents living with hypertension or diabetes in Anguilla will be able to access essential medication at no cost under a new government-backed pilot scheme.

Launching on 15 June, the MedAccess pilot project will run for up to a year, the Ministry of Health, Tourism and Sports said in a press release.

It allows eligible participants to collect medicines from participating pharmacies, following registration with the ministry.

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Applicants must provide government-issued photo identification, proof of residency in Anguilla and valid prescription details in order to register for the scheme.

Once approved, they will be issued with a MedAccess card, which must be presented alongside a prescription from a local healthcare provider when collecting medication.

The scheme covers medication for the treatment of hypertension and diabetes only, and does not extend to medical devices or other supplies at this stage.

Participating pharmacies include the Department of Health Services Pharmacy at the Central Polyclinic in The Valley, Paramount Pharmacy in George Hill and Suneel Pharmacy in Tomac Plaza.

The ministry described the initiative as part of wider efforts to improve access to essential medicines and support the management of chronic conditions across the island.

More information is available fro the ministry at (264) 498-6630 between 8am and 4pm from Monday to Friday.

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