Mission Rebuild, sharing some of the latest updates about the post Hurricane Melissa relief and recovery efforts.

Jamaica is currently tackling a leptospirosis outbreak. This means there has been an increase in cases of the disease on the island, especially in areas affected by Hurricane Melissa. The government is therefore taking an all-hands-on deck approach to bring things under control. Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton says the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Local...

Mission Rebuild, sharing some of the latest updates about the post Hurricane Melissa relief and recovery efforts.

When it comes to health, a rule of thumb for many doctors is “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”. This means encouraging patients to do regular screening exams and checkups to identify underlying issues and take preventative actions before they get worse. While most persons agree with this approach, one of the major factors preventing them...

The World Bank has confirmed that total damages from Hurricane Melissa are estimated at over US $8.8 representing 41 percent of the country’s gross domestic product in 2024.  Addressing a press briefing at Jamaica House on Wednesday, director for Caribbean Countries at the World Bank Lilia Burunciuc, outlined that their assessment focuses only on the physical damage done to the...

Dudley Grant is often referred to as “the “Father of Early Childhood Development” in Jamaica and by extension the region, because of his extensive work in this area with policymakers and other stakeholders at a time when Early Childhood Development was not identified as priority. The JN Foundation and the University of the West Indies School of Education, Dudley Grant...

The Black River, Noel Holmes and Falmouth Hospitals all felt the impact of Hurricane Melissa. Many residents who rely on these facilities were left anxious about where they would turn for care if they needed it. The solution to that issue came quickly with several international partners establishing a field hospital to ensure continuity of healthcare in hurricane affected communities....

As Jamaica continues to rebuild after Hurricane Melissa, the Government remains steadfast in its efforts to help restore a sense of normalcy for everyone affected.