The infectious Monkeypox outbreak
In recent media reports, European and American health officials have identified numerous monkeypox cases in mostly young men. But this is alarming because the disease…
COVID-19 in Clarendon schools
The Corona virus continues to spread across the island and is now being detected in some Clarendon schools. According to reports from the medical officer…
Medical items in short supply
There is a worldwide shortage of important medical supplies that limits the distribution of some items in Jamaica’s public hospitals. In a media release on…
Health officials share conflicting views about another Covid-19 wave
The health sector has different opinions about the potential of a fifth coronavirus surge, with the occurrence of the new Omicron BA.2 variant in Jamaica….
Omicron BA.2 variant now in Jamaica
Reports from the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW) have confirmed that the Omicron BA.2 strain of Covid-19 is present in the island. According to…
Tuberculosis cases emerge in St James
There has been an unexpected increase in Tuberculosis (TB) cases in the western parish of St James. The parish’s medical officer of health, Dr Francine…
Keeping the fingernails and toenails healthy
The hands and feet are in constant use, but bad nail hygiene can result in various health problems. According to the Centres of Disease Control…
Autism in children
The health condition, autism, affects children and adults, alike, but if detected early it can be properly managed by health professionals. According to the Centres…
Dehydration prevention with adequate water in diet
Drinking enough water prevents dehydration and other health problems that result from the condition. According to the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW), “Dehydration means…
Post-COVID-19 syndrome in children
Children are at risk of developing swollen body parts due to the condition, multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS), which affects children who have recently recovered from…