Jamaica is on a path towards fulfilling the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) of reducing the maternal mortality ratio to below 70 per 100,000 live births by 2030, says Health and Wellness Minister, Dr. the Hon Christopher Tufton. “Our commitment to reducing maternal mortality and morbidity is evident in the initiatives that prioritise not only quality healthcare services but also equitable...

Hundreds of students, staff and community members from Brown’s Town in St. Ann received free health checks and screenings at a major health fair, held at the Brown’s Town High School on April 8. The event, staged in recognition of World Health Day (April 7), was organised by the school’s Health Advisory Committee to promote healthy living practices among students,...

To strengthen leadership and accountability among its Board members, the Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA) has conducted a master class in corporate governance for the group. At least 10 Board members participated in the recent master class, which involved a mix of new and returning members. Board Chairman, Eric Clarke, told JIS News that the class was conducted by renowned...

Custos of Clarendon, Hon. Edith Chin, has welcomed the Government’s investment in the renovation of the Frankfield Health Centre in the parish. She noted that the project “underscores a fundamental commitment to community health care that will yield benefits for future generations”. Custos Chin’s remarks were delivered in a speech read by President of the Clarendon Lay Magistrates Association, Winsome...

Over 10,000 residents of several communities in Clarendon are now accessing health services in a more comfortable environment following the renovation of the Frankfield Health Centre in the parish at a cost of approximately $35 million. The project was done under the Ministry of Health and Wellness’ Operation Refresh, which is a $1 billion project aimed at enhancing the look,...

Over the course of two weeks, approximately 230 first responders are being engaged in a health and emergency preparedness training programme designed to significantly enhance Jamaica’s response capabilities and readiness. The training, which runs from March 20 to April 4, is being conducted by representatives from the International Medical Corps (IMC). The participants include personnel from the Jamaica Defence Force...

The Government has increased the healthcare budget from $60 billion to $140 billion in nine years, says Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness. Delivering his contribution to the 2025/2026 Budget Debate in the House of Representatives on March 20, the Prime Minister said the funds have enabled more posts for nurses, increased hospital beds, and more posts for...