Jamaica will join the rest of the world in observance of World Food Safety Day on June 7, under the theme ‘From burden to solution, safe food everywhere’. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), some 600 million cases of foodborne illnesses are recorded annually around the world, a reality that underscores the need for continued food-safety practices. Director of...

The Western Child and Adolescent Hospital in St. James will be named in honour of former Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller, in recognition of her role in initiating the landmark healthcare project. Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, made the announcement during today’s (May 26), renaming ceremony for the Ministry of Labour and Social Security’s...

Following the World Health Organization’s (WHO) declaration of the Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, the Ministry of Health and Wellness wishes to advise members of the public to review their travel plans and avoid traveling to or transiting through affected countries. Although the WHO assesses the risk...

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Jamaica Deputy Representative, Mohammad Mohiuddin, has highlighted the need for ongoing psychosocial support for children impacted by Hurricane Melissa, noting that this is crucial in enabling them to regain stability and continue learning. Addressing the Early Childhood Commission’s (ECC) recent Professional Development Institute (PDI) at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James, he noted...

The Ministry of Health and Wellness will on Friday (May 29) launch the Park Walker Initiative for Older Adults at the Harmony Beach Park in Montego Bay, St. James. It is aimed at encouraging senior citizens to remain physically active, socially connected, and mentally engaged through organised walking activities and wellness programmes in safe and accessible public spaces across the...

Persons accessing care at the Buff Bay District Health Centre in Portland are now benefiting from a more comfortable, client-focused environment following the pilot launch of the Ministry of Health and Wellness’ Wait Experience Programme at the facility on May 14. The initiative, which forms part of the Government’s wider Service Excellence Programme, seeks to enhance patients’ experiences by creating...

Approximately 500 students and residents of the Gayle community in St. Mary received free dental care through the Great Shape! Inc. Sealant Dental Programme, made possible by the Sandals Foundation in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Wellness. The initiative, held from May 11 to 15 at the Gayle Civic Centre, was delivered by a volunteer dental team of...