Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton has renewed the call for countries to collaborate to solve human resource challenges facing health sectors globally.

Dr. Tufton made the statement recently at the 61st PAHO Directing Council in the United States.

He emphasized that a reformed approach is needed to address this longstanding issue.

In Jamaica’s case, Dr. Tufton noted that discussions are taking place with countries such as the Philippines and Nigeria to explore potential exchanges can happen.

The statement came in response to the final report on the Plan of Action for Human Resources for Universal Access to Health and Universal Health Coverage 2018-2023, which was presented to the council.