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Student of the University of Technology (UTech) Dental programme, Chinel Lee, applying sealant to the teeth of grade-six Clan Carthy Primary School student, Joevielia Brown, at the launch of the Ministry of Health’s National Sealant Programme, held on March 21 at the School in Kingston. The programme aims to provide access to preventative oral and dental care for primary- and basic-school children.

Health Ministry Launches Sealant Programme for Children

The Ministry of Health launched its National Sealant Programme on March 21, at the Clan Carthy Primary School in Kingston. The programme aims to provide access to preventative oral and dental care for primary- and basic-school children in need of...

Senior Medical Officer at the Kingston Public Hospital, Dr. Natalie Whylie, updates JIS News about the hospital’s thrust towards doing more minimally invasive surgeries

KPH Aiming for More Minimally Invasive Surgeries

Minister of Health, Dr. the Hon Christopher Tufton. (FILE)

Relocation of Services from Cornwall Regional to West Jamaica Conference Centre Advanced

Minister of Health, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, cuddles heart patient, little Sashanique ahead of her surgery, which is being done as part of a Chain of Hope-sponsored medical mission to the Bustamante Hospital for Children. Looking on (from left) are Consultant Paediatric Cardiologist, Bustamante Hospital for Children, Dr Sharrone Forrester; Vice President of Quality, Edwards Lie Science, Mark Gayle; CEO, Chain of Hope, Emma Scanlan, and Director, Gift of Life Florida. Heidi Hess.

Cardiac Centre at Children’s Hospital by Mid-2017

Students enjoying the recently held Healthy Youth Positive Energy (HYPE) School Tour in the North-East Region.

Hype School Tour Finale March 17

Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Paul Wright, addresses JIS ‘Think Tank’ on the importance of declaring illnesses on the Pre-participation Evaluation (PPE) screening test.

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Heart Foundation Warns Against Hiding Illnesses

The Heart Foundation of Jamaica is warning schools, parents and student athletes not to hide illnesses so that the student can participate in sports. Sports Medicine Specialist and Foundation volunteer, Dr. Paul Wright, told JIS News that the dangerous practice can land students in the hospital or worse. He was speaking against the background of student athletes dying of Sudden...

Consultant Gastroenterologist at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) and Jamaica Cancer Society (JCS) volunteer, Dr. Mike Mills.

9 years ago Health & Wellness

Jamaicans over 45 Urged to Get Screened for Colon Cancer

The Jamaica Cancer Society (JCS) is appealing to Jamaicans over the age of 45 to get screened for colon cancer. Speaking in an interview with JIS News, Consultant Gastroenterologist at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UWI) and JCS volunteer, Dr. Mike Mills, noted that colon cancer is the third most common cause of cancer-related death in Jamaica in...

9 years ago Health & Wellness

Gov’t to Spend up to $400 Million to Relocate Ventilation System at Cornwall Regional

Up to $400 million is to be spent to begin the replacement of the ventilation system at the Cornwall Regional Hospital (CRH) in St. James, which has been the source of noxious fumes affecting staff and patients. This was disclosed by Minister of Health, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, while providing an update on plans to address the situation at...

Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague (right), in dialogue with Executive Director of the Private Security Regulation Authority (PSRA), Rosalyn Campbell, after the announcement of the self-contributory health insurance scheme for security guards through Guardian Life, in November last year. (File photo)

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Seminar on Health Insurance for Security Guards March 4

The Private Security Regulation Authority (PSRA) will be hosting a seminar on March 4 at the Montego Bay Cultural Centre to educate security guards about the new health-insurance scheme. Executive Director of the PSRA, Rosalyn Campbell, told JIS News that the session, which is scheduled from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. will allow security guards to sign up for the...

Representative of the Jamaica Coalition for Tobacco Control Mrs. Kay Morrish-Cooke of the Heart Foundation of Jamaica points out the ravages of smoking on the body to students at the Anti-Tobacco Youth Forum held in February 23 at the Courtleigh auditorium.

9 years ago Health & Wellness

Jamaica Cancer Society Promotes Healthy Lifestyle Practices among Youth

The Jamaica Cancer Society (JCS) has used the month of February to promote healthy lifestyle practices, especially among high school aged students across the island. Speaking in an interview with JIS News, Executive Director of the JCS, Yulit Gordon said the organization worked in close partnership with the Ministry of Education Youth and Information, along with the Tobacco Control project...

Minister of Health, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (2nd right), greets Keith Simpson who was at Everybody’s Pharmacy on Slipe Road to fill his prescription. At left is another patient, Althea Brown. Occasion was the launch of the Kingston leg of the Public Sector Pharmacy Partner Pilot Programme on Tuesday (February 28) at the pharmacy’s Slipe Road offices. Looking on at right is Clinical Pharmacist at Everybody’s Pharmacy, Dr. Ernestine Watson.

9 years ago Health & Wellness

Six Kingston Pharmacies Sign on to Public-Sector Partner Programme

The Ministry of Health has partnered with six private pharmacies in Kingston to facilitate speedier dispensing of medication to persons issued with prescriptions at public hospitals and clinics. This is being done under the Public Sector Pharmacy Partner Pilot Programme, which was launched in Clarendon in December with five participating pharmacies. The aim is to improve the delivery of medication...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right), is greeted by Custos of St. Catherine, Rev. Jeffery McKenzie, at the ground-breaking ceremony for the Mary’s Field Housing Development in Kitson Town, St. Catherine, on February 28. At centre is West Central St. Catherine Member of Parliament and Health Minister, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton.

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Police Post to be Built in West Central St. Catherine

A police post is to be constructed in the West Central St. Catherine constituency, says Health Minister, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, who is also Member of Parliament for the area. Dr. Tufton noted that ground is to be broken before the end of the year for the facility. The announcement was made today (February 28), at a ground-breaking ceremony...