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Young men encouraged to shape future, unlock potential
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Young men encouraged to shape future, unlock potential
May 17 09:56 AM
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Young men are being encouraged to resist negative societal pressures, and instead focus on shaping their future while unlocking thei...
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Iran have ‘constructive’ meeting with FIFA over World Cup preparations
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Iran have ‘constructive’ meeting with FIFA over World Cup preparations
May 17 09:30 AM
PARIS, France (AFP)—FIFA secretary general Mattias Grafstrom described as "excellent" and "constructive" the meeting held on Saturday in Istanbul with...
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Fernandes equals assist record as Man United edge Forest thriller
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Fernandes equals assist record as Man United edge Forest thriller
May 17 09:21 AM
MANCHESTER, United Kingdom (AFP)—Bruno Fernandes equalled the Premier League record of 20 assists in a season as Manchester United secured third place...
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WHO declares international emergency as Ebola outbreak kills more than 80 in DR Congo
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WHO declares international emergency as Ebola outbreak kills more than 80 in DR Congo
May 17 09:14 AM
KINSHASA, DR Congo (AFP)—The World Health Organization declared an international health emergency on Sunday over an outbreak of an Ebola strain in the...
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‘I thought I was going to die’
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‘I thought I was going to die’
11-year-old beaten by five at St Ann prep school, parent demands accountability
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May 17 12:20 AM
‘I thought I was going to die’
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Why inflation is falling but Jamaicans still feel squeezed?
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Why inflation is falling but Jamaicans still feel squeezed?
DASHAN HENDRICKS Business Content Manager hendricksd@jamaicaobserver.com 
May 17 12:18 AM
Why inflation is falling but Jamaicans still feel squeezed?
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Marcia griffiths, third world put on a show!
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Marcia griffiths, third world put on a show!
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From banking to homeschooling six children
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From banking to homeschooling six children
The Pantons create space for self-paced, self-directed learning
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May 17 12:14 AM
From banking to homeschooling
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Health ministry launches citizens’ chapter and wait experience programme
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Health ministry launches citizens’ chapter and wait experience programme
May 13, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Ministry of Health and Wellness has officially launched its Citizens’ Charter and Wait Experience Programme, aimed at improvin...
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Jamaica’s hospitals, clinics saw over 2.75 million patient visits in 2025 – Tufton
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Jamaica’s hospitals, clinics saw over 2.75 million patient visits in 2025 – Tufton
May 12, 2026
Jamaica's public health system saw 1,155,949 patient visits in hospitals and 1,596,871 patient visits in health centres in 2025 according the Minister...
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Health Minister welcome Barbados field hospital in Savanna-la-mar
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Health Minister welcome Barbados field hospital in Savanna-la-mar
November 30, 2025
ST JAMES, Jamaica — Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr Christopher Tufton, has welcomed the establishment of the Barbados Field Hospital on the groun...
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Tourists are safe despite leptospirosis outbreak – Tufton
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Tourists are safe despite leptospirosis outbreak – Tufton
November 29, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Health and Wellness  Dr Christopher Tufton has moved to assure tourists visiting Jamaica that they are not at risk des...
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Hospital equipped to deal with leptospirosis
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Hospital equipped to deal with leptospirosis
November 21, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Health and Wellness, Christopher Tufton, says the hospitals are equipped to deal with confirmed cases of leptospirosis...
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Ministry ramps up measures to assist persons to safeguard their health
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Ministry ramps up measures to assist persons to safeguard their health
November 17, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Ministry of Health and Wellness is ramping up measures to help the public safeguard their health by promoting safe water and f...
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Health ministry to look at alternate strategies for primary healthcare in St James
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Health ministry to look at alternate strategies for primary healthcare in St James
November 14, 2025
ST JAMES, Jamaica — Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr Christopher Tufton has suggested that alternatives will be put in place to address limitations...
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MOHW employees en route to western Jamaica to support clean-up efforts
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MOHW employees en route to western Jamaica to support clean-up efforts
November 2, 2025
More than 200 staff members from the Ministry of Health and Wellness and the Southern Regional Health Authority are en route western Jamaica today in ...
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#EyeOnMelissa: Three deaths, 13 people injured as Jamaicans prepare for Melissa
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#EyeOnMelissa: Three deaths, 13 people injured as Jamaicans prepare for Melissa
October 27, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Three people have died and 13 others have been injured in hurricane preparations as deteriorating weather conditions affect the is...
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Health ministry continues to improve vector-control programme
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Health ministry continues to improve vector-control programme
October 15, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Ministry of Health and Wellness continues to enhance its vector-control programme in response to the increased mosquito popula...
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‘It’s in the manifesto’: JLP says minimum wage increase not an afterthought
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‘It’s in the manifesto’: JLP says minimum wage increase not an afterthought
September 1, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Campaign Chairman Christopher Tufton is rejecting accusations by the People’s National Party (PNP) that...
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‘Not just talk’: Tufton defends JLP’s crime strategy as effective despite criticisms
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‘Not just talk’: Tufton defends JLP’s crime strategy as effective despite criticisms
August 20, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Campaign Chairman, Dr Christopher Tufton, has dismissed recent criticism from the People’s National Par...
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Tufton criticises Haughton’s reference to political service as a ‘downgrade’
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Tufton criticises Haughton’s reference to political service as a ‘downgrade’
July 28, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Dr Christopher Tufton, Member of Parliament (MP) for St Catherine West Central, has taken issue with People’s National Party (PNP)...
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WATCH: Tufton urges pregnant women to prioritise heathy lifestyle amid maternal health concerns
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WATCH: Tufton urges pregnant women to prioritise heathy lifestyle amid maternal health concerns
June 27, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Health and Wellness, Christopher Tufton, is urging pregnant women to embrace healthier lifestyle practices and attend ...
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Over 3 million visits to health facilities in 2024 – Tufton
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Over 3 million visits to health facilities in 2024 – Tufton
June 10, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica - There were approximately three million visits to public health facilities in 2024 with nearly 1.9 million being to health centres ...
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Healthcare workers urged to embrace empathy, compassion
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Healthcare workers urged to embrace empathy, compassion
June 10, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Minister of Health and Wellness, Christopher Tufton, is calling on health workers to embrace empathy, communication and community ...
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Tufton promises new operating theatre, other upgrades at National Chest Hospital
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Tufton promises new operating theatre, other upgrades at National Chest Hospital
May 16, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr Christopher Tufton, has committed to providing at least one new operating theatre and facilita...
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Vast majority of patients receive good care at hospitals and health centres, claims Tufton
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Vast majority of patients receive good care at hospitals and health centres, claims Tufton
May 12, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The vast majority of people who visit public hospitals and health centres have received care without any negative experience, says...
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Renovated health centre reopens in Thompson Town
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Renovated health centre reopens in Thompson Town
February 21, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Hundreds of residents of Thompson Town and surrounding communities in Clarendon are now receiving improved services at the renovat...
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Jamaica closer to eliminating trans-fats
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Jamaica closer to eliminating trans-fats
January 30, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica is a step closer to developing policy to eliminate trans-fatty acids or trans-fats from the local food system. The move is...
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Nearly $100m spent on upgrading projects at Falmouth Hospital in last 5 years — Tufton
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Nearly $100m spent on upgrading projects at Falmouth Hospital in last 5 years — Tufton
July 30, 2024
TRELAWNY, Jamaica — Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton has revealed that some $94 million has been spent on improvement works at the F...
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Iran have ‘constructive’ meeting with FIFA over World Cup preparations
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Iran have ‘constructive’ meeting with FIFA over World Cup preparations
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PARIS, France (AFP)—FIFA secretary general Mattias Grafstrom described as "excellent" and "constructive" the meeting held on Saturday in Istanbul with...
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Fernandes equals assist record as Man United edge Forest thriller
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Fernandes equals assist record as Man United edge Forest thriller
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MANCHESTER, United Kingdom (AFP)—Bruno Fernandes equalled the Premier League record of 20 assists in a season as Manchester United secured third place...
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WHO declares international emergency as Ebola outbreak kills more than 80 in DR Congo
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WHO declares international emergency as Ebola outbreak kills more than 80 in DR Congo
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KINSHASA, DR Congo (AFP)—The World Health Organization declared an international health emergency on Sunday over an outbreak of an Ebola strain in the...
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‘I thought I was going to die’
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‘I thought I was going to die’
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