Publications

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  1. Health Ministry Awards Close to J$48 Million for Health Research

    3 September 2026

    Five successful candidates were awarded under the Ministry’s Research for Wellness Fund (RFWF) Programme, with a combined investment of nearly J$48 million to support health research aimed at improving health outcomes and strengthening …

  2. Jamaicans urged to reduce heat exposure

    25 August 2026

    The Ministry of Health & Wellness is reminding the public that excessive heat stress is harmful to health and is potentially fatal.

  3. Ministry Launches Chronic Care Connect and Jamaica Moves App to Strengthen Chronic Disease Care

    8 July 2026

    The Ministry announced Chronic Care Connect and the Jamaica Moves App as part of its approach to preventing and managing chronic diseases.

  4. Jamaica Reaffirms Commitment to Global Polio Eradication at World Health Assembly

    21 May 2026

    Jamaica has reaffirmed its commitment to the global fight against polio and expressed continued support for the Polio Eradication Strategy 2022–2026 and the Global Polio Eradication Initiative during the 79th World Health Assembly in …

  5. No Hantavirus Cases in Jamaica (CMO Urges Public Vigilance)

    7 May 2026

    The Ministry of Health & Wellness is advising the public that it continues to monitor the reports of Hantavirus cases identified aboard a cruise vessel off the coast of West Africa.

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