Hundreds of new physician posts will be created in the health sector this year as the Government puts measures in place to strengthen healthcare delivery. Health and Wellness Minister, Dr....

Jamaicans are being urged not to use aspirin, diclofenac, ibuprofen, or any of the medications/ pain relievers known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to treat dengue symptoms. Speaking at a...

Moneague College in St. Ann has launched three short courses in agro-processing to complement its Associate of Applied Science Degree in Climate Smart Agro-Processing. The courses are Basic Concepts of...

The Ministry of Local Government and Community Development will be providing funds for the emergency response to contain the dengue outbreak, says Portfolio Minister, Hon. Desmond McKenzie. Speaking with journalists...

Eighteen thousand doses of flu vaccines are now available in the public health system as the nation braces for the upcoming flu season in October. Director of Health Services Planning...

Starting Monday, October 2, Jamaicans will be able to take advantage of extended opening hours for all Type Three to Five health centres islandwide as the country faces a dengue...

Special consideration must be given to Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and their circumstances, including high debt burdens and small size, which compromise their capacity to respond effectively, without support,...

As part of efforts to rid communities of mosquito breeding sites, the Ministry of Health and Wellness has dispatched its vector-control teams to several high-risk areas across the island. Medical...