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State Minister in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Hon. Krystal Lee (centre), in conversation with Executive Director of the Heart Foundation of Jamaica, Deborah Chen and Pan American Health Organisation/World Health Organisation Representative for Jamaica, Ian Stein, during the Heart Foundation of Jamaica’s ‘Let’s Implement the National School Nutrition Policy’ mass media campaign launch, held at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel, on Thursday (October 9).
State Minister in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Hon. Krystal Lee (centre), in conversation with Executive Director of the Heart Foundation of Jamaica, Deborah Chen and Pan American Health Organisation/World Health Organisation Representative for Jamaica, Ian Stein, during the Heart Foundation of Jamaica’s ‘Let’s Implement the National School Nutrition Policy’ mass media campaign launch, held at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel, on Thursday (October 9).

Health Ministry Developing Training Manuals for School Cooks

The Ministry of Health and Wellness, with funding from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), is developing curriculum and training manuals to equip school cooks with knowledge and skills in healthy eating. Making the disclosure, State Minister, Hon. Krystal Lee,...
Health and Wellness Minister, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (left), in discussion with (from second left) Director of Nursing Services at the Spanish Town Hospital, Novellette Robinson; Senior Medical Officer at the Spanish Town Hospital, Dr. Jacqueline Wright- James; and Programme Manager for the Health Systems Strengthening Programme (HSSP), Orett Clarke, during his tour of the Spanish Town Hospital redevelopment project site in St. Catherine, on Wednesday (October 8).
Health and Wellness Minister, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (left), in discussion with (from second left) Director of Nursing Services at the Spanish Town Hospital, Novellette Robinson; Senior Medical Officer at the Spanish Town Hospital, Dr. Jacqueline Wright- James; and Programme Manager for the Health Systems Strengthening Programme (HSSP), Orett Clarke, during his tour of the Spanish Town Hospital redevelopment project site in St. Catherine, on Wednesday (October 8).

Redeveloped Spanish Town Hospital to Provide Modern Diagnostic Services
Mental Health Officer, Odean Forbes, addresses students and faculty members of the Bethlehem Moravian College in Malvern, St. Elizabeth, on Tuesday, October 7 as part of activities for Mental Health Week, being observed from October 6 to 10.
Mental Health Officer, Odean Forbes, addresses students and faculty members of the Bethlehem Moravian College in Malvern, St. Elizabeth, on Tuesday, October 7 as part of activities for Mental Health Week, being observed from October 6 to 10.

Jamaicans Urged to Take Mental Health Seriously
Chief Public Health Inspector for Portland, Lorenzo Hume.
Chief Public Health Inspector for Portland, Lorenzo Hume.

Portland Health Official Cautions Public on Unsafe Coconut Water Bottling Practices
State Minister in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Hon. Krystal Lee (second left), shakes hands with Jamaican-born philanthropist, Carol Picart (second right), during a medical equipment handover ceremony at the Kingston Public Hospital (KPH) in Kingston on Monday (September 29). The items, valued at $48.7 million, were donated by Ms. Picart in collaboration with the National Healthcare Enhancement Foundation (NHEF) under the Ministry. Sharing the moment are Chief Executive Officer, KPH, Barrington Graham (left) and South Eastern Regional Health Authority (SERHA) Regional Director, Lascelles Brown.
State Minister in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Hon. Krystal Lee (second left), shakes hands with Jamaican-born philanthropist, Carol Picart (second right), during a medical equipment handover ceremony at the Kingston Public Hospital (KPH) in Kingston on Monday (September 29). The items, valued at $48.7 million, were donated by Ms. Picart in collaboration with the National Healthcare Enhancement Foundation (NHEF) under the Ministry. Sharing the moment are Chief Executive Officer, KPH, Barrington Graham (left) and South Eastern Regional Health Authority (SERHA) Regional Director, Lascelles Brown.

Public Health System Gets $48.7 Million Worth of Equipment

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Urology Consultant at the Mandeville Regional Hospital, Dr. Davon Mitchell (right), explains the function of a urology instrument, during the handover of pieces of equipment, donated by the Manchester Wellness Foundation, at the hospital in Manchester on Friday (Oct. 3). Looking on are Chief Executive Officer of the hospital, Alwyn Miller, and Chairman of the Foundation, Herschel Ismail.
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Manchester Regional Hospital Receives Urology Equipment

The delivery of urology services at the Mandeville Regional Hospital in Manchester has been strengthened through the donation of critical pieces of equipment valued at over $21 million. The instruments, used in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the urinary tract and male reproductive system, were gifted by the Manchester Wellness Foundation, which has been a longstanding supporter of the...
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Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr.  the Hon. Christopher Tufton (left); Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Jacquiline Bisasor- Mckenzie and Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, His Excellency Major General (Rtd) Antony Anderson, share a photo opportunity at the meeting of the 62nd Directing Council of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), at the organisation
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Jamaica Second in Caribbean for Non-Communicable Disease Prevention

Jamaica has achieved significant progress in combating non-communicable diseases (NCD), ranking second in the Caribbean and 14th overall in the Americas according to the World Health Organization's (WHO) NCD Accountability Framework.  Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, made the disclosure while delivering Jamaica’s statement at the meeting of the 62nd Directing Council of the Pan American...
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Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (left), Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Jacquiline Bisasor-McKenzie, and Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, His Excellency Major General (ret’d)) Antony Anderson, share a light moment during the 62nd Directing Council of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) at PAHO headquarters in Washington DC, on September 29.
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Minister Tufton Sounds Alarm on Caribbean Healthcare Crisis: Region Faces Critical Shortage of 600,000 Health Professionals by 2030

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, has issued an urgent call for regional cooperation to address a looming healthcare workforce crisis that threatens to devastate health systems across Latin America and the Caribbean. Speaking during the 62nd Directing Council of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) on September 29, Minister Tufton highlighted projections showing the region...
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Regional Health Promotion and Education Officer at the Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA), Marceleen Jordine-Wheatle (left), presents a cash voucher to third-time returnee, Lloyd Freeburn, accompanied by his wife Clarene Freeburn (right), during a Prostate Cancer Awareness Day screening event at the St. James Parish Church Hall on September 26.
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Hundreds Screened in Montego Bay Under Prostate Cancer Awareness Day Health Initiative

Nearly 300 individuals benefitted from vital health services delivered under a multistakeholder initiative at the St. James Parish Church Hall in Montego Bay on September 26, in observance of Prostate Cancer Awareness Day. The event was staged through a strategic partnership involving the Jamaica Cancer Society (JCS), primary sponsor - Guardian Group, and the National Health Fund (NHF), with additional...
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Retiring healthcare professionals under the Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA) who were honoured during a retirement ceremony at the MEET Conference Centre on Jimmy Cliff Boulevard in Montego Bay, St. James, on September 25.
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WRHA Honours 33 Retiring Healthcare Professionals In Montego Bay

The Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA) on Thursday, September 25, honoured the distinguished service of 33 retiring healthcare professionals during a heartfelt Retirement Ceremony held at the MEET Conference Centre on Jimmy Cliff Boulevard in Montego Bay, St. James. Held under the theme: ‘A Legacy of Excellence – Honouring our Champions of Service’, the ceremony paid tribute to the many...
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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange (second right), shares a photo opportunity with (from left) Senior Brand Manager, Massy Distribution, Gabrielle Curling; Programme Development Officer, Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease, Ministry of Health and Wellness, Dr. Kamelia Bryan; and Executive Director, Heart Foundation of Jamaica, Deborah Chen. The group formed heart shapes with their hands during a lighting ceremony at Independence Park, National Stadium, Kingston, on Thursday, September 25, which illuminated the Usain Bolt statue and marked the start of Jamaica’s observance of World Heart Week 2025.
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Usain Bolt Statue Illuminated To Mark Launch Of World Heart Week 2025 In Jamaica

The Usain Bolt statue at the National Stadium was illuminated on Thursday, September 25, to mark the start of Jamaica’s observance of World Heart Week 2025. The observance, culminating on World Heart Day—Monday, September 29—seeks to promote cardiovascular health awareness and encourage Jamaicans to adopt heart-friendly lifestyles. Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, who attended the...
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