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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.
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.

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...
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
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's headquarters in Washington DC on Monday (Sept. 29). 

Jamaica Second in Caribbean for Non-Communicable Disease Prevention
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.
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.

Minister Tufton Sounds Alarm on Caribbean Healthcare Crisis: Region Faces Critical Shortage of 600,000 Health Professionals by 2030
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.
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.

Hundreds Screened in Montego Bay Under Prostate Cancer Awareness Day Health Initiative
Board member of the Lupus Foundation of Jamaica (LFJ), Nuncia Meghoo (left); Certified trauma coach, and Chief Executive Officer of CKM Healing Consultancy, Chantaeu Munroe (centre), and Miss Universe Jamaica 2025, Dr. Gabrielle Henry (right), recognise the launch of Lupus Month, held October 1, at the National Volunteer Centre on Camp Road in St. Andrew.
Board member of the Lupus Foundation of Jamaica (LFJ), Nuncia Meghoo (left); Certified trauma coach, and Chief Executive Officer of CKM Healing Consultancy, Chantaeu Munroe (centre), and Miss Universe Jamaica 2025, Dr. Gabrielle Henry (right), recognise the launch of Lupus Month, held October 1, at the National Volunteer Centre on Camp Road in St. Andrew.

Many Persons Living with Lupus Display Resilience and the Will to Thrive – Miss Universe

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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.
Health & Wellness

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.
Health & WellnessSport

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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Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Errol Greene, delivers gives the keynote address during the Lay Magistrates Association of Jamaica, St. James Chapter
Health & WellnessJustice and Constitutional Affairs

JPs Urged to Uphold Integrity and Community Engagement

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Errol Greene, is urging Justices of the Peace (JPs) to uphold the highest standards of integrity and remain deeply engaged in their communities. Speaking during the Annual General Meeting of the Lay Magistrates Association of Jamaica (LMAJ), St. James Chapter, held at Montego Bay Community College in St. James on Wednesday...
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Medical Officer of Health for the St. Elizabeth Health Department, Dr. Tonia Dawkins-Beharie.
Health & Wellness

St. Elizabeth Health Department Ramps Up Hurricane Preparedness With Fire Safety Drills

The St. Elizabeth Health Department has ramped up disaster preparedness activities during the peak of the Atlantic hurricane season, with a renewed focus on fire safety drills. Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Tonia Dawkins-Beharie, said the Department has resumed fire drills at health centres across the ‘breadbasket’ parish in a bid to better prepare staff for any eventualities. “In fact,...
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Corporate Communications Manager, Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC), Shantole Thompson.
EducationHealth & WellnessTransport

Rural School Bus Drivers Trained In CPR and First Aid

Drivers in the National Rural School Bus Programme have undergone cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first-aid training, signalling the Government’s commitment to ensure student safety. Speaking on the JIS television programme ‘Get the Facts’, Corporate Communications Manager at the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC), Shantole Thompson, said comprehensive safety protocols are in place to protect students on board the buses. “Our...
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Prostate cancer flyer
Gender AffairsHealth & Wellness

Men in the West Encouraged to Get Screened for Prostate Cancer on September 25

Men 40 years and older in Westmoreland and surrounding parishes are being encouraged to take advantage of free prostate cancer screening to be offered by the Westmoreland Health Department, in partnership with the Misty Blue Cancer Foundation, on Thursday, September 25. The screening exercise will take place at Independence Park in Savanna-la-Mar from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Health Promotion...
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