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Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, with Mammogram specialists (from left): Sharifa Williams, Camille Waite Kerr, Elissa McKoy, Carlene Ricketts and Sanecia Grant at the unveiling of a mammogram machine at the Cornwall Regional Hospital, St. James, on October 12.
Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, with Mammogram specialists (from left): Sharifa Williams, Camille Waite Kerr, Elissa McKoy, Carlene Ricketts and Sanecia Grant at the unveiling of a mammogram machine at the Cornwall Regional Hospital, St. James, on October 12.

Women Should Adhere to Screening Guidelines of Jamaica Cancer Society – Health Minister

Women should adhere to the screening guidelines as stipulated by the Jamaica Cancer Society and conduct monthly breast self-examinations, annual clinical breast examinations, and annual mammograms. This has been emphasised by Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher...
Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen (sixth left), and Corporate Communications Manager at LASCO, Danielle Cunningham (fifth right), are flanked by finalists in the LASCO/Jamaica Constabulary Force Police Officer of the Year Competition. Occasion was a courtesy call at King’s House on Thursday (October 12).
Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen (sixth left), and Corporate Communications Manager at LASCO, Danielle Cunningham (fifth right), are flanked by finalists in the LASCO/Jamaica Constabulary Force Police Officer of the Year Competition. Occasion was a courtesy call at King’s House on Thursday (October 12).

PHOTOS: LASCO/JCF Police Officer of the Year Finalists Call on G-G
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Sancia Bennett-Templer.
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Sancia Bennett-Templer.

Second MSME Business Roadshow Slated For October 26
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (right),  speaks with Chairperson of the Council of Voluntary Social Services (CVSS), Kim Mair; and President of CVSS, Gary Hendrickson. Occasion was the launch of the CVSS’ Advocate, Innovate and Mobilise (AIM) initiative on October 12 at the AC Hotel by Marriott in Kingston. AIM aims to strengthen the capacity of civil society organisations to deliver programmes to the vulnerable groups that they serve. The 30-month intervention is being funded by the European Union (EU).
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (right),  speaks with Chairperson of the Council of Voluntary Social Services (CVSS), Kim Mair; and President of CVSS, Gary Hendrickson. Occasion was the launch of the CVSS’ Advocate, Innovate and Mobilise (AIM) initiative on October 12 at the AC Hotel by Marriott in Kingston. AIM aims to strengthen the capacity of civil society organisations to deliver programmes to the vulnerable groups that they serve. The 30-month intervention is being funded by the European Union (EU).

PHOTOS: Minister Charles Jr. Addresses Launch of CVSS’ Aim Initiative
A team of lawyers discuss the details of a case of the accused.
A team of lawyers discuss the details of a case of the accused.

LAC Encouraging Persons to Access Duty Counsel Service

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Chairman of the Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA) Eric Clarke, addresses residents, healthcare workers and other stakeholders at the recent ceremony for the adoption of the Ulster Spring Health Centre in Trelawny. Seated (left to right) are Custos of Trelawny, Hugh Gentles; and President of the Jamaica Organization of New Jersy and Donor, Owen Eccles. The facility is one of 46 that have been adopted through the Ministry of Health and Wellness’ Adopt-a-Clinic initiative throughout the island.
Health & Wellness

Primary Healthcare Delivery Being Strengthened

Primary healthcare delivery is being reorganised to more effectively meet the changing needs of the population. Chairman of the Board of Management, Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA), Eric Clarke, said that the measures are outlined in the Primary Healthcare Reform for Jamaica 2021-2030. It addresses, among other things, the upgrading of infrastructure, ensuring that facilities are adequately staffed and resourced,...
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Member of Parliament, Manchester Southern, Robert Chin, making his contribution to the 2023/24 State of the Constituency Debate in the House of Representatives on Wednesday (October 11).
Health & Wellness

Health Centres in Manchester Southern Being Upgraded

Several health centres in Manchester Southern are being upgraded to enhance primary healthcare delivery for residents. “I am happy to report that our Pratville and Harmons Health Centres are now renovated,” said Member of Parliament for the area, Robert Chin during his contribution to the State of the Constituency Debate in the House of Representatives on October 11. Mr. Chin...
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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (second right), cuts the ribbon to open the new Courts Parkway Square store in Portmore, St. Catherine, during the private launch on October 11. Sharing in the moment are (from left) Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Skills and Digital Transformation, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon; Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Alando Terrelonge; and Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of Unicomer Group, the parent organisation for Courts, Mario Simon.
Finance & Public Service

Gov’t Building the Country’s Human Capital

The Government is advancing its agenda for the long-term improvement of the country’s human capital with significant investment being made in education and training. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, said that the move is in keeping with the Economic Reform Programme (ERP) that is geared towards achieving sustained economic growth and long-term development...
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Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Dr. the Hon. Nigel Clarke.
Climate ChangeForeign Affairs

Major Multilateral Partner Support to Bolster Jamaica’s Climate Change Resilience

Jamaica’s ability to mitigate and adapt to the effects of climate change is to be bolstered through a major partnership with several international partners. The collaboration was announced during the 2023 Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Morocco on Wednesday (October 11). This follows the US$764 million Resilience and Sustainability Facility arrangement...
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Member of Parliament of Western Westmoreland, Morland Wilson, making his contribution to the State of the Constituency Debate in the House of Representatives on October 11.
Local Government

Plans on Track for Building of Fruit and Vegetable Market in Negril

Plans are on track for the construction of the Negril fresh fruit and vegetable market, says Member of Parliament for Westmoreland Western, Morland Wilson. Providing an update during his contribution to the State of the Constituency Debate in the House of Representatives, on October 11, Mr. Wilson said the first phase will see the development of a temporary facility to...
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