Health Ministry Issues Caution for High Winds and Cooler Temperatures

The Ministry of Health & Wellness is advising members of the public to take the necessary precautions as the island experiences high winds and cooler …

Runaway Bay Health Centre Reopens After $18M Upgrade

The Runaway Bay Health Centre in St. Ann has officially reopened following major upgrades under the Ministry of Health & Wellness’ Operation Refresh initiative.

The …

Health Ministry Launches Caregiver Initiative to Give Parents More Time with Children

The Ministry of Health & Wellness has officially launched its Family Caregivers’ Pilot Programme at the Bustamante Hospital for Children, marking a significant step toward …

Jamaicans Encouraged to Get the Flu Vaccine

The Ministry of Health & Wellness is reminding the public that the Influenza (Flu) vaccine is currently available free of cost at health centres across …

Update on Health Sector Post-Hurricane Recovery

Below is an update on the progress of the health sector recovery post-Hurricane Melissa from the Ministry of Health & Wellness.

FIELD HOSPTIAL IN SAVANNA-LA-MAR

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Tourists are Safe despite Leptospirosis Outbreak – Health Minister

Speaking at a press conference on Thursday (November 27), Minister of Health & Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, CD MP noted that while the …

Jamaica welcomes emergency medical team from Spain

Dr the Hon Christopher Tufton, Minister of Health and Wellness (second from left), Her Excellency Dr Erja Askola, EU Ambassador to Jamaica (third from right), …

Field Hospital set up in St. Elizabeth

An Emergency Field Hospital has been installed in St. Elizabeth to provide critical medical support to residents in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa.

The Emergency …

Health Ministry supports recovery after Hurricane Melissa with NHF’s Mobile Pharmacy Service

As part of ongoing recovery efforts following the passage of Hurricane Melissa, the Ministry of Health & Wellness has intensified its health outreach through the …