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Former Ambassador of Jamaica to Japan, Her Excellency Shorna-Kay Richards (left); Acting Chief Technical Director in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Ambassador Esmond Reid; and Director of Operations and Maintenance at the Western Regional Health Authority, Michelle-Ann Whyte-Chapman, display cheque during a handover ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade in Kingston on Thursday (May 14). The donation has been made to the Savanna-la-Mar Public General Hospital from the Jamaican Embassy in Japan.

Savanna-La-Mar Hospital Gets Donation for Post-Hurricane Repair

Infrastructure work at the Savanna-la-Mar Public General Hospital, in Westmoreland, to repair damage sustained during the passage of Hurricane Melissa, has received a boost, courtesy of a donation from the Embassy of Jamaica in Tokyo, Japan. The cheque, valued at...

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, makes his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 12.

Accountability Measures Across Public Sector to Be Strengthened

Care Fund to Support Community Projects Linked to Health Ministry’s Strategies for NCD Prevention

Health Ministry to Develop Social Media Policy for Children and Adolescents

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (right), officially unveils the Ministry’s Citizens’ Charter and Wait Experience Programme, during a ceremony held on May 13, at the Courtyard by Marriott Hotel in New Kingston. At left is Principal Director at the Ministry, Dr. Kimorley Humphrey.

Health Ministry Launches Citizens’ Charter and Wait Experience Programme

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. Hon. Christopher Tufton.

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More Jamaicans Benefiting from National Health Fund’s Expanded Coverage

Since 2016, more Jamaicans have been benefiting from the National Health Fund (NHF), as the number of covered illness categories has expanded from 15 to 28. Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, made the disclosure during his 2026/27 Sectoral Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (May 12). “This Government has been more sensitive...

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Geriatric Clinics to Be Established In St. Ann, St. Catherine

Geriatric clinics will be launched in the parishes of St. Ann and St. Catherine this year as part of the Ministry of Health and Wellness’ efforts to strengthen elder care in the country. Making his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 12, Portfolio Minister, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, said that the intention...

President of the Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA), Mark Malabver, delivers remarks during the launch of the 2026 Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA)/Sagicor National Athletics Championships on Tuesday (May 12) at the WBC Ben Hawthorne Conference Room in Kingston.

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JTA Explores Critical Illness Insurance Plan

President of the Jamaica Teachers' Association (JTA), Mark Malabver, says the organisation is exploring a critical illness insurance plan, in partnership with the Sagicor Group, to provide additional support for members. Speaking with JIS News during the launch of the JTA/Sagicor National Athletics Championships on May 12, at the WBC Ben Hawthorne Conference Room in Kingston, Mr. Malabver said the...

2 days ago Health & WellnessSectoral Debate 2026/27

Major Health Facilities to Open In 2026/27

Several major health facilities are slated to be opened during fiscal year 2026/27, according to Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton. Making his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (May 12), Dr. Tufton said the improved facilities form part of the Government’s commitment to strengthening the country’s healthcare infrastructure....

A promotional flyer for a poison prevention webinar binge jointly hosted by the Westmoreland Health Department and the Caribbean Poison Information Network (CARPIN) on May 27.

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Westmoreland Health Department and CARPIN Partner to Tackle Child Poisoning

The Westmoreland Health Department has partnered with the Caribbean Poison Information Network (CARPIN) to strengthen public education initiatives aimed at reducing incidents of accidental poisoning among children in the parish. Health Promotion and Education Officer for Westmoreland, Gerald Miller, notes that the issue remains a major public health concern and continues to appear in surveillance reports despite ongoing awareness campaigns....

2 days ago Health & WellnessSectoral Debate 2026/27

Government to Launch Pilot Initiative to Tackle Period Poverty

The Government is to launch a multi-sectoral National Menstrual Health Equity pilot initiative involving eight schools and approximately 2,000 girls. The schools will be selected based on the number of Programme of Advancement Through Health and Education (PATH) students enrolled. Outlining the initiative during his contribution to the 2026/2027 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives, on May 12, Minister...

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Pilot Programme to Integrate Unpaid Caregivers Into Formal Care System

Health and Wellness Minister, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, has announced the commencement of a pilot programme this year that will integrate unpaid caregivers into the formal care system for the elderly and persons with disabilities. It is part of a major initiative to train individuals who care for these vulnerable persons in homes and communities across the island. A...