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NCDA Ramps Up Community Interventions
The National Council on Drug Abuse (NCDA) has stepped up its community interventions to steer young people away from harmful substances. Substance Abuse Officer for …
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COVID-19 Compliance Relief Initiative Extended to January 31, 2023
The Companies Office of Jamaica (COJ) has extended support under the COVID-19 Compliance Relief Initiative for businesses and companies wishing to close their operations. The …
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Hundreds to Benefit from Free NCD Screenings
Hundreds of Jamaicans in communities across the island will continue to benefit from free screening for non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as breast and prostate cancers, …
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Healthcare Workers Honoured by SERHA
Healthcare workers were honoured by the South East Regional Health Authority (SERHA) on Tuesday (August 16), for their outstanding contribution in the fight against the …
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COVID-19 Clinical Management Summary for Tuesday 16, 2022
COVID-19 Clinical Management Summary for Monday 15, 2022
Plaque Unveiled to Honour Healthcare Workers
A plaque, honouring healthcare workers who have toiled in the COVID-19 pandemic and those dying in the line of duty, was recently unveiled at the …
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Patrick Foster – a Driving Force in the COVID-19 Response
Driver at the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW) Patrick Foster, recalls that his entry into the Ministry could not have prepared him for what …
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Jamaica Has a Locally Transmitted Case of the Monkeypox
Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, who made the disclosure, said that the case was confirmed “a couple hours ago”. It …
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Gov’t Invites Bids for Spanish Town Hospital Redevelopment Project
International and local contractors are being invited to participate in the tender process for the redevelopment of the Spanish Town Hospital in St. Catherine, which …
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300 Mattresses Donated to Early Childhood Institutions
Early childhood institutions across the island will benefit from a donation of 300 mattresses from the Ministry of Labour and Social Security. The contribution was …
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Public Health Inspector on the Front Line Against COVID-19
Like many persons in critical sectors, Public Health Inspector, Varon England, had her own fear of the coronavirus (COVID-19), but her commitment to public safety …
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School Leaders Urged to Clamp Down on Unhealthy Foods and Drinks
School administrators are being urged to take responsibility in ensuring that unhealthy foods and drinks are not entering the school system. Making the call while …
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Cabinet Agrees to Concept Document for Sexual and Reproductive Health Policy
Cabinet has agreed to a concept document that is intended to lead to a sexual and reproductive health policy for Jamaica. Minister of Health and …
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Healthcare Workers Heroes in Covid-19 Response – Dr. Tufton
Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, has hailed the country’s healthcare workers for their sacrifices in combatting the COVID-19 pandemic. “You …
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Health Ministry Honours Partners in Covid-19 Response
More than 30 local and overseas partners have been honoured by the Ministry of Health and Wellness for their invaluable contribution to the national COVID-19 …
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Future Doctors Urged to Be Compassionate
Medical students, who are preparing to enter the health sector are being urged to show compassion in the delivery of care to Jamaicans. State Minister …
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Service Above Self for Marisha Burgess
Despite the glaring danger of interacting with infected persons during the height of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Substance Abuse Officer with the National Council on …
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Delivering For Patient Zero, A Midwife’s COVID-19 Story
President of the Nurses Association of Jamaica (NAJ) Patsy Edwards-Henry got her proverbial baptism by fire when COVID-19 first reached the island in March 2020, …
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Mitzie Pickersgill – A Soldier in the Battle Against COVID-19
When Mitzie Pickersgill received what many before her had considered a terrifying request from the Ministry of Health, she accepted the challenge without hesitation. The …
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