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Minister of Health and Wellness,​ Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton. (File photo)
Minister of Health and Wellness,​ Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton. (File photo)

Gov’t Prioritising Mental Health

The Ministry of Health and Wellness is prioritising mental health interventions in order to address issues that have surfaced or might occur as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. In delivering his message for World Mental Health Day, which...
Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen (left) congratulates 2020 Public and Civic Contributions Laureate, Dr. Olivene Burke, after presenting her with the award, during the Anthony N. Sabga Caribbean Awards for Excellence ceremony, held recently at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston. Dr. Burke is Executive Director of Mona Social Services, University of the West Indies (UWI). The Anthony N. Sabga Caribbean Awards for Excellence recognises significant Caribbean achievement and seeks to encourage and support the pursuit of excellence by Caribbean persons for the benefit of the region.
Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen (left) congratulates 2020 Public and Civic Contributions Laureate, Dr. Olivene Burke, after presenting her with the award, during the Anthony N. Sabga Caribbean Awards for Excellence ceremony, held recently at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston. Dr. Burke is Executive Director of Mona Social Services, University of the West Indies (UWI). The Anthony N. Sabga Caribbean Awards for Excellence recognises significant Caribbean achievement and seeks to encourage and support the pursuit of excellence by Caribbean persons for the benefit of the region.

PHOTOS: G-G Attends Anthony N. Sabga Caribbean Awards for Excellence
Corporate Public Relations Manager at the National Water Commission (NWC), Andrew Canon.
Corporate Public Relations Manager at the National Water Commission (NWC), Andrew Canon.

NWC Conducts Islandwide Customer Satisfaction Survey
Hand wash station constructed by the Sandals Foundation at the entrance of the Ocho Rios Primary School. Stations are also being erected at Exchange All Age and Seville Golden Preschool in the parish and nine other schools across St. Mary, Westmoreland, and St. James.
Hand wash station constructed by the Sandals Foundation at the entrance of the Ocho Rios Primary School. Stations are also being erected at Exchange All Age and Seville Golden Preschool in the parish and nine other schools across St. Mary, Westmoreland, and St. James.

New Handwashing Stations Being Built to Strengthen Infant and Primary School Preparations for New Academic Year
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Floyd Green, addresses the Ministry’s Listening Tour stop at the Lucea Anglican Church in Hanover, on October 9.
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Floyd Green, addresses the Ministry’s Listening Tour stop at the Lucea Anglican Church in Hanover, on October 9.

Acquisition of Land Titles to be Made Easier for Farmers

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Health & WellnessLocal Government

Two Sisters Cave Remains Closed to Public UDC Concerned for Public Safety

The Urban Development Corporation (UDC) notes with concern, the reports of illegal access to its property and the wanton disregard for public health and safety by members of the public trespassing at Two Sisters Cave, Hellshire, St. Catherine. The Corporation takes this opportunity to reiterate that Two Sisters Cave is not open to public access at this time and cautions...
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Regional Technical Director at the Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA), Dr. Diane Campbell-Stennett.
CoronavirusHealth & Wellness

More Healthcare Workers in the West to Deal With COVID-19

Regional Technical Director at the Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA), Dr. Diane Campbell-Stennett, says the agency has increased its cadre of healthcare workers in the region to aid in the handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Campbell-Stennett was addressing a Ministry of Health and Wellness Digital COVID-19 Conversations, which was held at the S Hotel in Montego Bay, St. James,...
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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange. (File Photo)
Culture

Culture Minister Lauds Work of Poet Laureate

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, has lauded the exceptional work of Poet Laureate of Jamaica, 2017-2020, Lorna Goodison, for her contribution to culture and education. “Throughout her tenure she has elevated brand Jamaica, globally and right here at home. The focus work of Lorna in the field of education and culture at varying levels through...
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Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, addresses the Ministry
Health & Wellness

Volunteers to Play Important Role in Mental Health Response Programme

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, says that volunteers of the recently launched COVID-19 Mental Health Response Programme, will play an important role in the island’s community based response. “These men and women [volunteers] will man the programme, which is intended to mitigate the progression of mental health issues that have or are anticipated to surface...
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Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (right), and President of the Global Services Association of Jamaica (GSAJ), Gloria Henry, tour BPO facilities in the Montego Bay Freezone in St. James, on Thursday, October 8.
CoronavirusHealth & Wellness

Health Minister Encourages BPO Sector to Continue Adhering to Protocols

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, is encouraging the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) sector to continue adhering to established COVID-19 safety protocols. During a tour of several facilities at the Montego Bay Freezone, in St. James, on October 8, to examine the protocols that are in place, he told journalists that the measures have been consistent...
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