Tufton Provides Update on Sugary Drink Restrictions 

Tufton Provides Update on Sugary Drink Restrictions 

Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton is encouraging parents to urge their children to drink water. With nearly 90 per cent of Jamaicans of the view that sugary drinks are among the leading factors for childhood obesity and diabetes, calls have long been made for the...
National COVID-19 Deployment Plan Initiated

National COVID-19 Deployment Plan Initiated

The National COVID-19 Deployment and Vaccine Interim Plan will outline the overall strategies for the deployment, implementation and monitoring of vaccines in the country. Health and Wellness Minister, Dr. Christopher Tufton provided an overview of the contents...
Health Sector To Receive Major Improvements

Health Sector To Receive Major Improvements

In a series of health-related town hall meetings, the Ministry of Health and Wellness has announced some major improvements within the sector. Projects will include the expansion of the Operating Theaters and the Accident and Emergency Department at hospitals, among...
Cardiology Unit Opens At Kph

Cardiology Unit Opens At Kph

Persons can now access non-invasive cardiac services at the recently established Cardiology Department, at the Kingston Public Hospital (KPH). Establishment of the unit was made possible through $64 million in funding provided by the Culture, Health, Arts, Sports and...