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Medical Officer of Health for Westmoreland, Dr. Marcia Graham, speaks at the monthly meeting of the Westmoreland Municipal Corporation, in Savanna-la-Mar, on July 10.

Medical Officer Laments Occupation of Beds by Patients With Non-emergency Conditions

Medical Officer of Health for Westmoreland, Dr. Marcia Graham, says public hospitals in the western region have a steady influx of patients with non-emergency conditions, leaving less room for those in urgent need of care. “Our hospitals are full, and...

Clinical Coordinator at the Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA), Dr. Delroy Fray (right) addresses a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank held at the agency’s regional office in Montego Bay, St. James on July 14. Looking on is WRHA’s Regional Priority Non-Communicable Diseases/Family Health Coordinator, Dr. Marcia Johnson Campbell.

Jamaicans Cautioned Not to Rely Solely on Herbal Treatment

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (third right), and Member of Parliament for Clarendon North Central, Hon. Robert Morgan (third left), lead in the cutting of the ribbon for the official handover of the refurbished Darlow Health Centre, in Clarendon, on July 17. Others pictured (from left) are Public Health Nurse for the Mocho Health District, Anita Dwyer; Vice Chairman of the Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA), Michael Stern; Director for Facilities Operations and Maintenance at the SRHA, Herschel Ismail; and Parish Manager for Clarendon Health Services, Joseph Grant.

Darlow Health Centre Renovated

Health and Wellness Minister, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (fourth right) cuts the ribbon to mark the official opening and handover of the newly renovated sections of the Alexandria Community Hospital in St. Ann on Friday (July 18). He is joined by Member of Parliament for St. Ann South Western, Hon. Zavia Mayne (fourth left ) and other executives and administrators of the North East Regional Health Authority (NERHA).

Alexandria Community Hospital Renovations 80 Per Cent Complete

Regional Physical Activity Specialist, Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA), Orane Gardner, speaking during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, held at the agency’s Montego Bay Regional office on Monday (July 14).

WRHA Revs Up Jamaica Moves to Combat NCDs

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Regional Priority Non-Communicable Diseases/Family Health Coordinator at Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA), Dr. Marcia Johnson Campbell, addresses a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, held recently at the agency’s Montego Bay Regional office.

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WRHA Celebrates Health Workers In July

The Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA) is celebrating the sterling contribution of its heathcare staff across the parishes of St. James, Trelawny, Hanover and Westmoreland during July. The month-long recognition is in observation of Healthcare Workers’ Month, which serves to honour the dedicated men and women working in every area of the country’s health sector. These include doctors, nurses, public...

7 months ago Health & Wellness

Significant Progress Made in Compassionate Care – WRHA

Clinical Coordinator for the Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA), Dr. Delroy Fray, says significant progress has been made in compassionate care within hospitals across the region. Dr. Fray, who was speaking at a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, at the agency’s regional office in Montego Bay, St. James, on July 14, said the same can also be said about...

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, goes through an exercise routine with students at a National School Moves Day event at Manchester High School in Mandeville in April 2024.

7 months ago Health & Wellness

Health Minister Encourages Jamaicans to ‘Keep Moving’

With physical activity offering important health benefits, Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, is imploring more Jamaicans to “keep moving”. In a recent message, the Minister said that being active is important to healthy weight management, contributes to improvement in quality of sleep, reduces stress, increases focus, and enhances mood and energy levels. Citing the World...

Regional Priority Non-Communicable Diseases/Family Health Coordinator at Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA), Dr. Marcia Johnson Campbell, addresses a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, held at the agency’s Montego Bay Regional Office, on Monday, July 14.

7 months ago Health & Wellness

Healthcare Professionals Encouraged to Take Greater Responsibility for Their Well-Being

The Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA) is calling on healthcare professionals to take greater responsibility for their own health and well-being. Regional Priority Non-Communicable Diseases/Family Health Coordinator at WRHA, Dr. Marcia Johnson Campbell, said that alongside taking care of patients, healthcare workers must also practise self-care. She was addressing a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, held at the agency’s...

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Portland, St. Thomas Health Departments Offer Free Back-to-School Medicals

Parents in St. Thomas and Portland are being encouraged to take advantage of the special dates announced by the parishes’ health departments to take their children for free back-to-school health checks. Medical Officer of Health for the parish, Dr. D’Oyen Smith, said that school medicals will be offered at the Yallahs Baptist Church on Saturday, July 26. Residents of Seaforth...

Medical Officer of Health for Westmoreland, Dr. Marcia Graham, addresses the monthly meeting of the Westmoreland Municipal Corporation in Savanna-la-Mar on Thursday (July 10).

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Westmoreland Residents Urged to Protect Themselves From Heat, Respiratory Illnesses

Medical Officer of Health for Westmoreland, Dr. Marcia Graham, is urging residents to take precautions to protect themselves from the summer heat. Addressing a meeting of the Westmoreland Municipal Corporation in Savanna-la-Mar on Thursday (July 10), she cautioned against prolonged outdoor exposure during peak hours, encouraging persons to limit outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day. “Summer is...

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (third right), and Chargé d’Affaires, Nigerian High Commission in Jamaica, Bintu Bwala Ekikor (third left), share a photo opportunity with (from left) Dr. Umar Nda Jibril, Nurse Gbenga-Ige Omobolola Victoria, Nurse Alu Ashegi David and Dr. Chukwudi Ndu. The occasion was the introduction and handover of nurses from the Nigeria Technical Aid Corps Programme on Monday (July 7), at the Ministry’s Office in New Kingston. The nurses will join the local health team as part of efforts to address staffing challenges.

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Partnership Between Jamaica and Nigeria Reinforces Principle of South-south Cooperation

The partnership between Jamaica and Nigeria to provide nurses for the public health system is reinforcing the global principle of South-South Cooperation. South-South Cooperation refers to the collaboration and exchange of resources, technology, and knowledge among developing countries in the Global South. It is a way for these nations to foster development, address common challenges, and increase their collective bargaining power. Speaking...