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Gov’t Exploring Public-Private Partnerships for Delivery of Healthcare – Dr.Tufton

Health Minister, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, says the Government is exploring public-private partnership models to assist in the delivery of quality, affordable public health services. “We believe that in the years to come, more of that partnership will have...

Senior Medical Officer at the Linstead Hospital in St. Catherine, Dr. Clive Thomas (left), displays a symbolic cheque in the sum of $600,000 that was presented by Chief Executive Officer of Trade Winds Citrus Limited, Peter McConnell Jr. (2nd left), during a ceremony at the institution on February 6. The funds were raised at the company’s last Tru-Juice “Run for Your Cause” 5K road race. Others participating include: the institution’s Chief Executive Officer, Camille Wallen-Panton (centre); Acting Director of Nursing Services, Vivette Lawrence (2nd right), and Acting Deputy Director of Nursing Services, Claudine Douglas.

Trade Winds Limited Donates $600,000 To Linstead Hospital

Minister of Health, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (third right), greets patients in the Accident and Emergency (A&E) Department at the Linstead Hospital in St. Catherine. The facility was officially reopened on Tuesday (February 6) following extensive renovation at a cost of $144.98 million. At second right is Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Fund (NHF), Everton Anderson.

Linstead Hospital A&E Reopened After $144-Million Renovation

Jamaica’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom (UK), His Excellency Seth George Ramocan, (6th left), presents Minister of Health, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (centre), with a cheque for $5 million for the Ministry of Health’s Adopt-A-Clinic initiative. They were at special event hosted at the Jamaican High Commission in London recently. Observing is Attorney General, Marlene Malahoo Forte (9th right), and other stakeholders.

$5 Million Raised By UK Diaspora for the Adopt-A-Clinic Initiative

Minister of Health , Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (right), joins in an exercise session at the launch of the ‘National Baking Company Moves’ held last year at the company’s Half-Way Tree Road address in Kingston.

Resolve to Get Moving in 2018

Consultant Ophthalmologist and Senior Lecturer at the University of the West Indies and President of the Ophthalmological Society of Jamaica (OSJ), Dr. Lizette Mowatt, shares research findings on the burden of Diabetic Retinopathy in Jamaica at a recent JIS Think Tank.

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Diabetics Warned to Reduce Risk of Eye Disease

Persons who have diabetes are being warned to control their blood sugar to reduce the risk of getting diabetic retinopathy (DR). DR is an eye condition that affects blood vessels in the retina, which is the structure that lines the back of the eye. It is the most common cause of vision loss among people with diabetes and the leading...

Senior Medical Officer and Pulmonologist at the National Chest Hospital, Dr. Terry Baker (right), addresses JIS ‘Think Tank’. At left is Executive Director of the Jamaica Cancer Society, Yulit Gordon.

8 years ago Health & Wellness

Parents Implored to Monitor Children for Smoking

Parents are being encouraged by the Jamaica Cancer Society to pay keen attention to their adolescent children for signs that they may be smoking. According to the Global Youth Tobacco Survey (GYTS), statistics on tobacco use among children aged 13 to 15 years indicate a significant increase between 2001 and 2010. The GYTS showed that the percentage of boys 13...

8 years ago Health & Wellness

More Commendations for Zaila Mccalla

Outgoing Chief Justice, Hon. Zaila McCalla, has received commendations from the High Commissioner of Canada, Her Excellency Laurie Peters, for her contributions to the justice sector and her work in collaborating with the Canadian High Commission. In a farewell ceremony for Justice McCalla held on Friday (January 26) at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel, Ms. Peters recognised the outgoing Chief...

Consultant Cardiologist at the Heart Foundation of Jamaica, Dr. Marilyn Lawrence-Wright, addresses JIS ‘Think Tank’ on the connection between obesity and sleep apnea.

8 years ago Health & Wellness

Persons Must Be Aware of Connection between Obesity and Sleep Apnea

The Heart Foundation of Jamaica (HFJ) is encouraging persons to be aware of the connection between overweight/obesity and sleep apnea, which can affect your health. Consultant Cardiologist at the Foundation, Dr. Marilyn Lawrence-Wright, told JIS News that obstructive sleep apnea is directly related to overweight and obesity. “We do know that the cardiovascular risk is increased in these patients. They...

Students of the College of Oral Health Sciences, University of Technology (UTech), reading the Dental Hippocratic Oath during the Sixth Annual White Coat ceremony on January 30, at the institution’s Old Hope Road campus, in Kingston. The ceremony saw 53 Medical Dentistry and Dental Hygiene students advancing from theoretical to clinical practice.

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College of Oral Health Sciences Lauded

State Minister for Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Floyd Green, has lauded the College of Oral Health Sciences at the University of Technology (UTech) for its contribution to improved oral health practices in the country. “You have done a fine job in setting yourself apart through excellence. You are not only good in the Jamaican context, but on the international...

Executive Director of the Jamaica Cancer Society, Yulit Gordon, addresses Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’, on January 30.

8 years ago Health & WellnessJIS Think Tank

Cancer Society Focuses on Adolescent Health in February

The Jamaica Cancer Society will be focusing on adolescent health in February, with specific attention on harmful habits such as alcohol use, substance abuse, unhealthy diets and smoking. February will be observed as Healthy Lifestyle Awareness Month by the Society, and its Executive Director, Yulit Gordon, says unhealthy habits put youth at risk for chronic illnesses, including cancer. The Executive...

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No More Kerosene Lamps or Candles – PM Holness

Prime Minister Andrew Holness revealed that he has asked the Ministry of Science Technology and Energy to fast-track a planned program aimed at replacing open flame light sources in homes with solar lights in vulnerable rural and inner-city communities. The Prime Minister's revelation comes after a deadly fire in his constituency last night which claimed the lives of three toddlers....