To help combat overcrowding at the island’s public health facilities, persons are being cautioned against rushing to emergency departments with only mild symptoms of dengue fever. On September 23, a...

A sum of $331 million has been allocated to support mitigation works across the island as the Government ramps up efforts to contain the dengue outbreak. Minister of Health and...

The Ministry of Health and Wellness has initiated its Dengue Outbreak Mitigation Plan, which involves search-and-destroy operations, clinical management, workforce management, surveillance, and public education. “The aim of the plan...

The Westmoreland Health Department is embarking on a comprehensive public education campaign aimed at raising awareness and preventing any further cases of dengue fever in the parish. A team led...

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...