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As the effects of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Jamaica continue to escalate, with the country recording its first death from the virus on March 18. The number of persons returning positive tests slowly continues to rise, reinforcing the need for swift contact tracing and quarantining in order to stop the spread. Among the measures taken in that regard was the...

Jamaica has joined the list of countries confirming cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. With a strong likelihood the numbers will increase as the days go by, efforts are being ramped up to contain the spread of the virus as much as possible. Press play to listen this edition of Health line, as we give you some updates and tips for...

The new Coronavirus or COVID-19, first reported in Wuhan, China in December 2019, has now spread to over 90 other countries including territories in the Caribbean. Jamaica and other countries continue to implement a number of interventions in an effort to reduce their population’s exposure to the new coronavirus (COVID-19) as well as its spread. Press play to hear how Jamaica...

Taking good care of your mouth, teeth and gums is critical at all stages of life. In fact, there is a connection between good oral health and one’s overall health. Press play to lean how to enhance your oral health on this edition of Healthline.

On this week’s healthline we continue our look at coronary artery disease and in particular, how it affects men versus women, how it is detected and how we can prevent it. Press play to hear more.

On this edition of Healthline, we zoom in on the disease which has been labelled a national crisis, press play to learn more.

Global healthcare is changing as science continues to evolve. In a few years we might not be talking about kidney or liver transplants but instead be looking at how we can regenerate those organs. It’s all being studied under the umbrella of regenerative medicine, aspects of which have already been introduced in Jamaica, such as stem cell therapies. With the range of...

On a previous episode of Healthline we explored the concept of regenerative medicine. It’s a fairly new field which utilizes the body’s regenerative capabilities to treat injuries and diseases.The regenerative medicine umbrella is large and here in Jamaica aspects of stem cell therapy have already been introduced. Listen to this edition of Health line to hear from 2 persons who...

Dengue is still a real challenge for the population and as we head into the New Year, the Health and Wellness ministry is renewing calls for increased vigilance in combating the Aedes aegypti mosquito, which transmits the virus. Listen to this edition of Healthline to learn about how you can participate in fogging efforts to reduce the dengue virus.

It’s a given that most Jamaicans tend to eat more around Christmas time so on this week’s healthline we’re sharing some nutrition tips for you as we celebrate this yuletide season.

The Health and Wellness Ministry has been working to increase awareness surrounding mental illness here in Jamaica. In October 2019 it launched a campaign, dubbed ‘Speak Up, Speak Now’ in a bid to end the stigma associated with mental health challenges. Later it would announce plans to support persons in prisons suffering from mental disorders as well as prevent similar persons...