Pharmaceutical drug ranitidine banned from entering Jamaica
Through its Ministry of Health and Wellness, the country said the ban, which is with immediate effect, became necessary after its…
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Doctor reports dengue in Old Harbour, but gov’t says no confirmed case in parish
Well known general practitioner Dr Orlando Thomas just over a week ago made the revelation to Old Harbour News after two patients –…
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Jamaicans to benefit from free diagnostic services
The initiative falls under the Enhancing Healthcare Services Delivery Project, which forms part of the Government’s strategy for the…
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United Way raises $7.5M for National Children’s Home
The organisation launched the Jamaica National Children’s Home Restoration Fund in the aftermath of the fire, with the goal of raising…
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State-of-the-art operating theatre lights for SERHA hospitals
The initiative was announced by Wentworth Charles, board chairman of SERHA following the installation of new operating lights for Theatre 3…
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UK-based medical mission performs 10 cardiac procedures at Jamaica’s children hospital
The procedures were done in the Biplane Cardiac Catheterisation Lab, which is located at the recently opened Paediatric Cardiac Centre at the…
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35 Jamaican nurses trained in hospital acquired infection prevention and control
This standardized syllabus was customized to Jamaica and presented through a number of three-day training workshops.
Some 35 Infection…
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Bustamante Children Hospital slash energy bill by $300,000
The purchase of the Turn-Key Grid-Tied System, at a cost of US$10,494, from proceeds of the Games by…
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KPH and Chest Hospital dermatology departments receive US$3,000 grant
Funds were used to purchase a 30-litre liquid nitrogen dewar and accessories, as well as a binocular…
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Jamaican gives back through US medical mission
The event, which was held on June 28, enabled persons to access several key services.
These…
- | Diaspora, Health
Over 600 services delivered at JEP’s health & wellness fair in Old Harbour Bay
This year’s event was held under the theme ‘Increasing Access to Healthcare Services’ and hosted on the grounds of the Old…
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China-developed cancer detection device gets market access
The equipment was developed by scientists from the Huazhong University of Science and Technology based in…
- | Health, International
Critical care nurses leave for UK specialised training
This bilateral arrangement has been facilitated under a memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed between…
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Mommy and Baby Booklet to help reduce infant mortality – Mrs. Holness
“This booklet is a comprehensive guide to assist expectant and new mothers with everything they should know to ensure a healthy baby.…
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Leaving no one behind: Jamaica’s road to universal health coverage
Jamaica like every other country takes very seriously its commitment to the attainment of Universal Health Coverage by 2030.…
- | Commentary, Health
Victoria Jubilee Hospital receives essential items from Medz Foundation
The essential items were handed over to the hospital on April 11.
Dr. Yanique Brown, consultant paediatrician in charge of the…
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