Health

Senator Marlon Morgan (centre), parliamentary secretary in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information; Susan Nelson Smith (right), regional director at the ministry for Region Five; and Dameon Sinclair, managing director at the Southern Contr
January 14, 2026

Emotional well-being prioritised before, during the reopening of schools – Region Five director

Psychosocial support and targeted learning-loss interventions have served as central pillars of the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information’s recovery effort in Region Five in the…
January 14, 2026 by Keisha Hill

New year, new approach: rethinking health during menopause

The start of a new year often comes with pressure to reset, improve, and push forward with ambitious resolutions. But, for women navigating menopause, this season of life calls for a different…
Dr Bernadette Bryan Frankson, physical therapist – Paws for Physio Canine Rehabilitation Unit.
January 14, 2026 by Keisha Hill

Underwater treadmill and pool therapy: not just “swimming for fun”

When people hear the term hydrotherapy for dogs, many imagine a happy pet splashing around in water for recreation. While dogs may indeed enjoy being in the pool, therapeutic aquatic rehabilitation is…
January 7, 2026

Wellness in winter matters more for black communities

Winter in the UK is often described as a time to slow down. The long nights, grey skies, cold winds, and constant drizzle create a natural pull towards staying indoors and becoming less socially…
Dr Marsha Smith, with a few of the young adults following the Bahali Hurricane Melissa Recovery Project hosted by the Newell High School in St Elizabeth.
January 7, 2026

Healing beyond the storm

In the wake of Hurricane Melissa, the visible damage across Jamaica told only part of the story. Roofs were torn away, communities flooded, and livelihoods disrupted, but, beneath the surface, another…
January 7, 2026 by Keisha Hill

Resolutions for mind, body, and wellness in 2026

As 2026 unfolds, health professionals are encouraging persons to move beyond short-lived resolutions and toward sustainable lifestyle changes that support the mind, body, and overall well-being.…
Dr Marsha Smith making a presentation to grandparents, parents and children at the Newell High School in St Elizabeth. 
December 31, 2025 by Keisha Hill

Rebuilding hearts after the storm

After Hurricane Melissa devastated communities across Jamaica and the wider Caribbean, sweeping away homes, displacing families, and leaving thousands emotionally shaken, much of the immediate…
Dr Khaleah Kirkland
December 31, 2025

Four ways to store medications safely during power outages

When it comes to some medications, where and how you store them matters, as they can quickly lose their potency if exposed to heat. Proper storage is therefore essential to keep them safe. Dr Khaleah…
From left; Roshane Reid-Koomson, executive director of the Jamaica Cancer Society, with CHASE Fund’s Project Manager, Latoya Foster; Hilary Coulton, public relations and administrative manager, CHASE Fund; and Richard Perkins, public relations officer,
December 24, 2025

Jamaica Cancer Society hosts inaugural radio telethon

The Jamaica Cancer Society (JCS) marked a significant milestone in its public health advocacy efforts with the successful staging of its inaugural ‘Early Detection Saves Lives’ radio telethon, a…