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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.

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...

Significant Progress Made in Compassionate Care – WRHA

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.

Health Minister Encourages Jamaicans to ‘Keep Moving’

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

Medical Officer of Health for St. Thomas, Dr. D'Oyen Smith.

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

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).

9 months ago Health & Wellness

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.

9 months ago Foreign AffairsHealth & Wellness

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...

9 months ago Health & Wellness

Gov’t Doubling Cadre of Public Health Inspectors

The Government is moving to double the number of public health inspectors to better address the increased workload and monitoring needs, particularly in light of the overhaul of the National Food Handlers’ Training and Certification Programme. Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, made the disclosure during a visit to a food handlers’ permit training site off...

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, addresses an introduction and handover ceremony for nurses from the Nigeria Technical Aid Corps Programme on Monday (July 7) at the Ministry in New Kingston. Listening (from left) are Chargé d

9 months ago Health & Wellness

PHOTOS: Dr. Tufton Welcomes Nurses from Nigeria

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, addresses an introduction and handover ceremony for nurses from the Nigeria Technical Aid Corps Programme on Monday (July 7) at the Ministry in New Kingston. Listening (from left) are Chargé d'Affaires, Nigerian High Commission to Jamaica, Bintu Bwala Ekikor; and Chief Medical Officer in the Ministry, Dr. Jacquiline Bisasor-McKenzie. The...

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (left), is joined by Project Manager for the Cornwall Regional Hospital’s redevelopment, Vivian Gordon, during a tour of the Type A institution in Montego Bay, St. James, on Saturday (July 5).

9 months ago Health & WellnessWorks / Construction

Cornwall Regional Hospital Redevelopment Hits 60 Per Cent Mark

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, has announced that the redevelopment of Cornwall Regional Hospital in Montego Bay, St. James, has reached a critical milestone, with more than 60 per cent of internal works now completed. He provided the update during a tour of the 10 floors of the Type A institution on Saturday (July 5),...

Minister of Health and Wellness Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (fourth right) breaks ground for the new outpatient department building at the May Pen Hospital in Clarendon. Also participating are (from left) Chairman of the May Pen Hospital Management Committee, William Shagoury; Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA) Regional Director, Michael Bent; Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of May Pen Hospital, Eugena Clarke-James; Custos Rotulorum for Clarendon, Hon. Edith Chin; Mayor of May Pen, Councillor Joel Williams; SRHA Board Chairman, Wayne Chen; and Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Jacquiline Bisasor-McKenzie. The facility will be constructed at a cost of $642 million, providing care to more than 2,500 people monthly. Construction is expected to take approximately 16 months.

9 months ago Health & WellnessWorks / Construction

Photos: Contract Signing and Breaking of Ground for New Outpatient Department Building at May Pen Hospital

Minister of Health and Wellness Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (fourth right) breaks ground for the new outpatient department building at the May Pen Hospital in Clarendon. Also participating are (from left) Chairman of the May Pen Hospital Management Committee, William Shagoury; Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA) Regional Director, Michael Bent; Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of May Pen Hospital, Eugena...