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Gov’t Committed to Providing Support for Lupus Patients – Dr. Tufton

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, is assuring persons with lupus that the Government is committed to providing them with vital support. “We understand the challenges that you face – you who have the disease and...
Nurse, Diabetes Association of Jamaica, Gloria Hinds (right) records health information provided by Director at the Salvation Army, Major Jennifer Brown, in preparation for administering a blood pressure test. The occasion was the ‘Move for Health Day
Nurse, Diabetes Association of Jamaica, Gloria Hinds (right) records health information provided by Director at the Salvation Army, Major Jennifer Brown, in preparation for administering a blood pressure test. The occasion was the ‘Move for Health Day' event at the Spanish Court Hotel, New Kingston on May 10. The day was hosted by the Ministry of Health and Wellness under the theme: ‘Love Yuh Body, Treat Yuh Body Right’

Church Leaders Urged to Help Promote Healthy Lifestyle Habits
Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (second left), observes while Senior Medical Officer at the Linstead Hospital, Dr. Clive Thomas (third right), points out the features of a new infant warmer purchased for the hospital from funds generated by the 2018 Tru Juice 5K Run/Walk. Occasion was the launch of the 2019 event at the hospital in St. Catherine on May 8. Also looking on (from left) are Acting Director of Nursing at the hospital, Claudine Douglas; Chief Executive Officer of Trade Winds Citrus Limited, Peter McConnell Jr.; and Acting Chief Executive Officer at the hospital, Paul McIntyre.
Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (second left), observes while Senior Medical Officer at the Linstead Hospital, Dr. Clive Thomas (third right), points out the features of a new infant warmer purchased for the hospital from funds generated by the 2018 Tru Juice 5K Run/Walk. Occasion was the launch of the 2019 event at the hospital in St. Catherine on May 8. Also looking on (from left) are Acting Director of Nursing at the hospital, Claudine Douglas; Chief Executive Officer of Trade Winds Citrus Limited, Peter McConnell Jr.; and Acting Chief Executive Officer at the hospital, Paul McIntyre.

Restaurants to Offer Healthier Meal Options
Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (left), lsitens as Acting Group General Manager, Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ), Brian Richardson (right), explains the scope of work undertaken at the May Pen Hospital in Clarendon under the PCJ
Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (left), lsitens as Acting Group General Manager, Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ), Brian Richardson (right), explains the scope of work undertaken at the May Pen Hospital in Clarendon under the PCJ's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Programme (EECP). Occasion was the official handover of an air-conditioning upgrading project at the hospital on May 9. Also listening (from second left) are Emergency Medical Technician at the hospital, Kerry-Ann Harris; Head of the Accident and Emergency Department, Dr. Andrea Johnson; and Medical Officer, Dr. Natoya Hall.

May Pen Hospital Gets $73.6-Million Air-Conditioning Overhaul
Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, makes his contribution to the 2019/20 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 7. At left is Attorney General, Marlene Malahoo Forte. (FILE)
Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, makes his contribution to the 2019/20 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 7. At left is Attorney General, Marlene Malahoo Forte. (FILE)

Stop HIV/AIDS Stigma and Discrimination – Dr. Tufton

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Gov’t Working to Achieve UNAIDS 90-90-90 Targets

The Ministry of Health and Wellness is collaborating with food establishments to roll out a ‘Better-for-you Options’ initiative in another three months. Portfolio Minister, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, in making the disclosure said the objective is to provide the public with healthier food options, and came out of dialogue with major restaurant owners. He said that the initiative will...
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Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, makes his contribution to the 2019/20 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 7. At left is Attorney General, Marlene Malahoo Forte.
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Dr. Tufton Tables National Health Insurance Plan Green Paper

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, tabled the National Health Insurance Plan (NHIP) Green Paper in the House of Representatives on May 7. The document is expected to lead to a final proposal aimed at providing appropriate levels of access, coverage, and financial protection to the population. Minister Tufton said that the Green Paper will be...
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Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, makes his contribution to the 2019/20 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 7. At left is Attorney General, Marlene Malahoo Forte.
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Health Ministry Developing New Primary Care Model

The Ministry of Health and Wellness is developing a new Primary Care Model that will address the inadequate integration and standardisation of primary and secondary health services delivery within all four health regions. This was disclosed by Portfolio Minister, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, during his contribution to the 2019/20 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 7....
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Chief Dental Officer in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Dr. Irving McKenzie (centre), engages in discussion with Consultant Dental Surgeon in the Ministry, Dr. Rena Francis (left); and Coordinator for the Ministry’s Adolescence Health Programme, Joy Chambers. Occasion was a dental health fair for adolescents on Monday (May 6), at the Half-Way Tree Transportation Centre in St. Andrew.
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Jamaicans Urged to Practise Good Oral Health

Chief Dental Officer in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Dr. Irving McKenzie, is imploring Jamaicans to take care of their dental health as they age. He told JIS News that while the country has made strides in combatting childhood dental challenges, particularly among the five to six and 12 to 13 age cohorts, as persons grow older, they seem...
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Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, makes his contribution to the 2019/20 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 7. At left is Attorney General, Marlene Malahoo Forte. (FILE)
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Centres of Excellence to be Established at Three Hospitals

The Government is to develop Centres of Excellence over the next five years at three hospitals. They are St. Joseph’s Hospital (Kingston) and the Cornwall Regional Hospital (St. James), where Centres of Excellence for oncology and nephrology are to be established; and the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) in St. Andrew, where the focus will be on neurology,...
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Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, emphasises a point while making his presentation in the 2019/20 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives, on May 7. At left is Attorney General, Marlene Malahoo Forte.
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Government to Spend $1 Billion to Cut Waiting Time in Public Health System

The Government is to spend $1 billion on an initiative to address excessive waiting in the public health system. Focus will be placed on reducing the long waits for certain day and inpatient surgeries, diagnostic tests, and bed space shortages. This was announced by Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, during his contribution to the 2019/20...
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