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Director, Emergency Disaster Management and Special Services in the Ministry of Health, Dr. Marion Bullock DuCasse (centre), examines Intravenous (IV) Giving Sets donated to the health sector by Med-Rx Caribbean, during a presentation ceremony today (Oct. 9), at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) in St. Andrew. Looking on (from left) are: Managing Director, Med-Rx Caribbean, Dr. Charles Rockhead; and Acting Chief Executive Officer, UHWI, Kevin Allen.

Intravenous Kits Valued at $2 Million Donated to Health Sector

Several cases of Intravenous (IV) Giving Sets, valued at just over $2 million, have been donated to the public health sector as part of efforts to improve the quality of health care delivery at various hospitals in the island. The...

Dr. Dwight Blake, of Atlanta, attends to one of his patients, Octavius Green
(left) during the 20th Staging of the Atlanta-Montego Bay Sister Cities Health Mission at the St. John — Dr. Dwight Blake, of Atlanta, attends to one of his patients, Octavius Green (left) during the 20th Staging of the Atlanta-Montego Bay Sister Cities Health Mission at the St. John's Methodist Church in Montego Bay, on October 7.

Health Team from Atlanta Assisting Thousands in St. James

Health Minister, Hon. Dr. Fenton Ferguson (centre), shakes hands with Director of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), Carissa F. Etienne (left), at the conclusion of the 52nd Directing Council meeting of PAHO in Washington, D.C on Friday (Oct. 4). At right is President of the Executive Committee of PAHO and Brazil’s Minister of Health, Dr. Jarbas Barbosa.

Jamaica Leads Talks On Protecting PAHO Revolving Fund

Minister of Health, Hon. Dr. Fenton Ferguson, addresses the Paediatric Renal Conference and Workshop today (Oct. 6), at the Couples San Souci in Ocho Rios, St Ann.

More Doctors to Join Health Sector this Year

Health Minister, Hon. Dr. Fenton Ferguson (centre), shakes hands with Director of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), Carissa F. Etienne (left), at the conclusion of the 52nd Directing Council meeting of PAHO in Washington, D.C on Friday (Oct. 4). At right is President of the Executive Committee of PAHO and Brazil’s Minister of Health, Dr. Jarbas Barbosa.

Health Minister Lauds PAHO/WHO For Support To Region

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11 years ago Health & Wellness

Effective Support System Essential in Treating Mental Illness

Head of the Kingston and St. Andrew Mental Health Services (KSAMHS), Dr. Geoffrey Walcott, says that an effective social support system is essential in treating persons with a mental disorder. Speaking with JIS News, Dr. Walcott said that contrary to popular belief, the majority of mental health treatments are administered in the home and not the hospital, therefore, mentally ill...

11 years ago Health & Wellness

Plans for Pediatric Facility in Western Jamaica on Track

Minister of Health, Hon. Dr. Fenton Ferguson, says that ground should be broken for a paediatric health facility in western Jamaica within a year. The Minister, who was speaking at a Paediatric Renal Conference and Workshop on Sunday (October 6), at the Couples San Souci Hotel in Ocho Rios, said he is satisfied with the pace of preliminary work being...

Minister of Health, Hon. Dr. Fenton Ferguson (right), addresses the 52nd Directing Council meeting of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) in Washington, D.C on Friday, (Oct. 4).

11 years ago Health & Wellness

Quality Primary Health Care Remains A Priority – Dr. Ferguson

Minister of Health, Hon. Dr. Fenton Ferguson, has emphasized that the delivery of quality primary health care is a priority for the Government of Jamaica. He also pointed out that Jamaica is working to significantly reduce the incidence of non-communicable diseases (NDCs), while remaining mindful for the need to protect the populace from other ailments. Dr. Fenton made the disclosure...

Minister of Health, Hon. Dr. Fenton Ferguson, addresses the Paediatric Renal Conference and Workshop today (Oct. 6), at the Couples San Souci in Ocho Rios, St Ann.

11 years ago Health & Wellness

Gov’t Committed To Providing Jamaicans With Quality Health Care – Dr. Ferguson

Minister of Health, Hon. Dr. Fenton Ferguson, has underscored the Government’s commitment to ensuring that Jamaicans enjoy their fundamental right to good health and health care services, especially children, whom he describes as the future of the nation. The Minister, who was addressing a Paediatric Renal Conference and Workshop at the Couples San Souci Hotel in Ocho Rios on October...

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11 years ago Health & Wellness

Governor-General Calls for Greater Support for Persons with Mental Illnesses

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, is calling for greater support for persons suffering from mental illnesses. While reading a proclamation to observe October 10 as World Mental Health Day in Jamaica, at a brief ceremony at King’s House, on October 3, the Governor-General said observance of the day will assist to bring greater awareness to the...

Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Sharon Ffolkes-Abrahams (second left), examines contents of the programme during the opening ceremony for the third annual international public health conference at the Jamaica Conference Centre in downtown Kingston, today (October 4). Others (from left) are: Head, School of Public Health and Health Technology, University of Technology (UTech), Professor Winston Davidson; Acting President, UTech, Dr. Kofi Nkrumah Young; and Dean, Joint Colleges of Medicine, Oral Sciences and Veterinary Sciences, UTech, Dr. Irving McKenzie. The conference, which is slated to end on October 6, is being held under the theme: ‘Challenges to Public Health in a Global Environment: Time for Action’. It is being staged by the University of Technology, Joint Colleges of Medicine, Oral Health and Veterinary Sciences, and School of Public Health and Health Technology (SPHHT).

11 years ago Health & Wellness

Stakeholders In Food Industry Urged To Apply Modern Safety Procedures

Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Sharon Ffolkes-Abrahams, is urging stakeholders in the food industry to ensure that modern safety procedures are applied in their facilities. She said this forms part of measures to ensure safety of the domestic market, and that the country is in compliance with North American and European food importation...

Head of the Kingston and St. Andrew Mental Health Services, Dr. Geoffrey Walcott.

11 years ago Health & Wellness

Jamaicans Showing Improved Attitude Toward Mental Health Issues

Head of the Kingston and St. Andrew Mental Health Services (KSAMHS), Dr. Geoffrey Walcott, is reporting an improvement in the response and attitudes of Jamaicans toward mental health issues, largely due to the development of the community mental health support services. These services, which are being provided by a dedicated team of psychiatric professionals and aides, have been offered since...