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Chief Public Health Inspector for Westmoreland, Steve Morris, addresses the monthly meeting of the Westmoreland Municipal Corporation, which was held at the Corporation’s offices in Savanna-la-Mar on October 10.
Chief Public Health Inspector for Westmoreland, Steve Morris, addresses the monthly meeting of the Westmoreland Municipal Corporation, which was held at the Corporation’s offices in Savanna-la-Mar on October 10.

Increase in Aedes Index in Westmoreland

The Westmoreland Health Department is urging increased vigilance against mosquito breeding as the parish sees an increase in the Aedes index. Chief Public Health Inspector for Westmoreland, Steve Morris, said that the Aedes index moved to 9.7 per cent in...
Man stands while holding pink ribbon symbolic of breast cancer awareness.
Man stands while holding pink ribbon symbolic of breast cancer awareness.

Men Encouraged to Do Breast Examinations
Director of Mental Health and Substance Use Services at the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Dr. Kevin Goulbourne, addresses the opening of a three-day mental health conference on Friday (October 11), at the AC Mariott Hotel in New Kingston.
Director of Mental Health and Substance Use Services at the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Dr. Kevin Goulbourne, addresses the opening of a three-day mental health conference on Friday (October 11), at the AC Mariott Hotel in New Kingston.

Employers Urged to Foster Emotional Wellness at the Workplace
Acting Director for the Community Liaison Unit at the Bureau of Gender Affairs (BGA), Nardia McLaren (left), presents a branded bag to Merissa Reader during the International Day of Rural Women (IDRW) 2024 event on Wednesday (October 9), at the Portland Cottage Primary School in Clarendon. Looking on is Acting Research Officer at the BGA, Gerald McDermott.
Acting Director for the Community Liaison Unit at the Bureau of Gender Affairs (BGA), Nardia McLaren (left), presents a branded bag to Merissa Reader during the International Day of Rural Women (IDRW) 2024 event on Wednesday (October 9), at the Portland Cottage Primary School in Clarendon. Looking on is Acting Research Officer at the BGA, Gerald McDermott.

PHOTOS: IDRW Health And Information Fair
Medical Officer of Health for Portland, Dr. Sharon Lewis.
Medical Officer of Health for Portland, Dr. Sharon Lewis.

Portland Health Department Clarifies Reason For Boston Jerk Centre Closure

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Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (centre), addresses a media briefing at Iberostar Resort in St. James on Wednesday (October 9). He is joined by Regional Director for the Western Regional Health Authority, St. Andrade Sinclair, and Acting Regional Technical Director of the Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA), Dr. Marcia Johnson-Campbell.
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Health Ministry to Issue Commitment Letters for 436 Recipients of Dr. Barry Wint Memorial Scholarship

The Ministry of Health and Wellness will be issuing commitment letters to tertiary institutions, with the next few days, for 436 recipients of the Dr. Barry Wint Memorial Scholarship. Portfolio Minister, Dr. the Hon. Chritopher Tufton, made the disclosure at a media briefing at the Iberostar Resort in St. James on Wednesday (October 9). He noted that the students, out...
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Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby, addresses the monthly meeting of the Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) on October 8 at the entity’s downtown Kingston offices.
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KSAMC Stages Wellness Day of Care for the Homeless on October 10

The Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) will be hosting a Wellness Day of Care for the Homeless on Thursday (October 10), at the Marie Atkins Night Shelter, 65 Hanover Street, downtown Kingston. The event, under the theme ‘Advocate, Rehabilitate, Reintegrate… The Journey Home’, is in observance of World Homeless Day. “Homelessness continues to be a major concern and...
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Trelawny residents awaiting free dental services through the Great Shape! Inc. 1000 Smiles Project, at the New Testament Church of God in Clark’s Town.
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Great Shape! Inc. 1000 Smiles Project Goes to Hanover

Residents of Hanover are being urged to take advantage of free dental care through the Great Shape! Inc. 1000 Smiles Project. The dental team will be in the parish for one week from October 21 to November 1, providing cleaning, filling, extractions, root canal and sealant services. They will be operating clinics at the Grange Hill Baptist Church and the...
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Chief Executive Officer of the Bellevue Hospital, Suzette Buchanan, receives donation of two air-conditioning units, five wheelchairs and nine walkers from Rodney “Bounty Killer” Pryce on behalf of his Bounty Foundation, at the facility, on September 26
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Bellevue Hospital Receives Equipment from Bounty Foundation

Clients of the Bellevue Hospital in Kingston are set to benefit from a recent handover of equipment by the Bounty Foundation. The donation of two air-conditioning units, five wheelchairs, and nine ambulatory assistive devices (walkers) were received from recording artiste Rodney “Bounty Killer” Pryce and his Manager, Paul “Bankey” Giscombe by Bellevue Hospital Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Suzette Buchanan, on...
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Jamaicans Urged to Reduce Salt Intake

Jamaicans are being encouraged by the Ministry of Health and Wellness to reduce their salt consumption levels. This call, made through the Ministry’s National Committee on Non-Communicable Diseases (NCNCDs), comes against the background of the findings of a recent study of Jamaicans’ salt intake, which was undertaken in collaboration with the University of the West Indies (UWI). NCNCDs Chairman and...
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Manager of the Kingsley Thomas Medical Office in the United States (US), Dr. Leonard McLean (left), shares a photo opportunity with Senior Pastor at the Pentecostal Tabernacle Apostolic in Orlando, Florida, Fredericka Francis (centre) and missionary, Yvonne Gooden, at a free health fair held recently at the St. James Parish Church in Montego Bay.
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Scores Benefit from Montego Bay Health Fair

Scores of residents from communities  in Montego Bay, recently benefitted from a free health fair organised by diaspora member and paediatrician Dr. Kingsley A. Thomas. The event, held at the St. James Parish Church, primarily targeted children and included free medical checks, refreshment and distribution of school supplies and care packages. The adults in attendance also received free health screenings....
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Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, Her Excellency Audrey Marks, converses with Health and Wellness Minister, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, during his courtesy call at the embassy of Jamaica in Washington DC on Friday (September 27). Dr. Tufton was special guest on the ‘Let’s Connect with Ambassador Marks’ town hall on September 26. The Minister is leading Jamaica’s Delegation to the 61st Directing Council Meeting of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) in Washington DC. The meeting will be held during September 30 to October 4.
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PHOTOS: Health And Wellness Minister, Dr. The Hon. Christopher Tufton, Visits Embassy Of Jamaica

Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, Her Excellency Audrey Marks, converses with Health and Wellness Minister, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, during his courtesy call at the embassy of Jamaica in Washington DC on Friday (September 27). Dr. Tufton was special guest on the ‘Let’s Connect with Ambassador Marks’ town hall on September 26. The Minister is leading Jamaica’s Delegation...
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