Approximately 627 free cataract surgeries were performed on patients at the Mandeville Regional Hospital in Manchester, from May 25 to 27, through the Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA). The operations...

The National Blood Transfusion Service (NBTS) carried out a blood drive at Godfrey Stewart High School in Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland, on May 22 as the entity continues efforts to boost blood...

The Westmoreland Public Health Department  is imploring residents to stay cool and  hydrated during the current hot weather.  Speaking with JIS News, Parish Health Promotions Manager, Gerald Miller, said it...

The provision of diagnostic services at the Kingston Public Hospital (KPH) has been strengthened with the installation of three digital X-ray machines. The new units were provided under a project,...

Hypertension or high blood pressure is a strong and reliable indicator that one’s health is at risk and needs to be urgently addressed, says Health and Wellness Minister, Dr. the...

The May Pen Hospital in Clarendon is reporting success in the use of the Electronic Health Records (EHR) system, which was launched at the facility in January 2024, describing it...

The Children’s Affairs and Policy Division (CAPD) of the Ministry of Education and Youth (MOEY), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW), is to host a significant...

Several facilities, including the pharmacy building and other areas, have been improved at the Spanish Town Hospital in St. Catherine, from a $32-million infrastructure project. The work included renovation of...