SRHA implements contingency measures at facilities seeing increase in patients

The Southern Regional Health Authority, (SRHA) has implemented contingency measures, at facilities that are being overwhelmed with patients, since the passage of Hurricane Melissa.

Regional Director Michael Bent acknowledged the frustration of persons seeking medical care at hospitals and health centres, especially with the long wait time.

He pointed out that among the reasons for the overcrowding at some facilities, is the scaling down of operations at the Black River Hospital in St. Elizabeth after it was damaged during the storm.

He said , the facilities are seeing between 80 and a 100 percent increased capacity.

Mr. Bent noted that the SRHA has arranged for additional staff to be brought in from other areas.

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Over 20 Haitians held in Kingston yesterday to be deported

The Southern Regional Health Authority, (SRHA) has implemented contingency measures, at facilities that are being overwhelmed with patients, since the passage of Hurricane Melissa.

Regional Director Michael Bent acknowledged the frustration of persons seeking medical care at hospitals and health centres, especially with the long wait time.

He pointed out that among the reasons for the overcrowding at some facilities, is the scaling down of operations at the Black River Hospital in St. Elizabeth after it was damaged during the storm.

He said , the facilities are seeing between 80 and a 100 percent increased capacity.

Mr. Bent noted that the SRHA has arranged for additional staff to be brought in from other areas.

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Gov’t spent over $225M on food for Hurricane Melissa emergency response

The Southern Regional Health Authority, (SRHA) has implemented contingency measures, at facilities that are being overwhelmed with patients, since the passage of Hurricane Melissa.

Regional Director Michael Bent acknowledged the frustration of persons seeking medical care at hospitals and health centres, especially with the long wait time.

He pointed out that among the reasons for the overcrowding at some facilities, is the scaling down of operations at the Black River Hospital in St. Elizabeth after it was damaged during the storm.

He said , the facilities are seeing between 80 and a 100 percent increased capacity.

Mr. Bent noted that the SRHA has arranged for additional staff to be brought in from other areas.

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Major town centres islandwide should have electricity between Christmas and New Year’s Day

The Southern Regional Health Authority, (SRHA) has implemented contingency measures, at facilities that are being overwhelmed with patients, since the passage of Hurricane Melissa.

Regional Director Michael Bent acknowledged the frustration of persons seeking medical care at hospitals and health centres, especially with the long wait time.

He pointed out that among the reasons for the overcrowding at some facilities, is the scaling down of operations at the Black River Hospital in St. Elizabeth after it was damaged during the storm.

He said , the facilities are seeing between 80 and a 100 percent increased capacity.

Mr. Bent noted that the SRHA has arranged for additional staff to be brought in from other areas.

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Four people arrested in connection with probe into smishing fraud at the NCB

The Southern Regional Health Authority, (SRHA) has implemented contingency measures, at facilities that are being overwhelmed with patients, since the passage of Hurricane Melissa.

Regional Director Michael Bent acknowledged the frustration of persons seeking medical care at hospitals and health centres, especially with the long wait time.

He pointed out that among the reasons for the overcrowding at some facilities, is the scaling down of operations at the Black River Hospital in St. Elizabeth after it was damaged during the storm.

He said , the facilities are seeing between 80 and a 100 percent increased capacity.

Mr. Bent noted that the SRHA has arranged for additional staff to be brought in from other areas.

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Young girl hit by garbage truck in Manchester pushes child road fatality toll to 19

The Southern Regional Health Authority, (SRHA) has implemented contingency measures, at facilities that are being overwhelmed with patients, since the passage of Hurricane Melissa.

Regional Director Michael Bent acknowledged the frustration of persons seeking medical care at hospitals and health centres, especially with the long wait time.

He pointed out that among the reasons for the overcrowding at some facilities, is the scaling down of operations at the Black River Hospital in St. Elizabeth after it was damaged during the storm.

He said , the facilities are seeing between 80 and a 100 percent increased capacity.

Mr. Bent noted that the SRHA has arranged for additional staff to be brought in from other areas.

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Dr. Andrew Holness defends security forces in fight against crime and violence, following criticism by opposition

The Southern Regional Health Authority, (SRHA) has implemented contingency measures, at facilities that are being overwhelmed with patients, since the passage of Hurricane Melissa.

Regional Director Michael Bent acknowledged the frustration of persons seeking medical care at hospitals and health centres, especially with the long wait time.

He pointed out that among the reasons for the overcrowding at some facilities, is the scaling down of operations at the Black River Hospital in St. Elizabeth after it was damaged during the storm.

He said , the facilities are seeing between 80 and a 100 percent increased capacity.

Mr. Bent noted that the SRHA has arranged for additional staff to be brought in from other areas.

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Bahia Hotel management and BITU sign agreement for enhanced separation package for staff

The Southern Regional Health Authority, (SRHA) has implemented contingency measures, at facilities that are being overwhelmed with patients, since the passage of Hurricane Melissa.

Regional Director Michael Bent acknowledged the frustration of persons seeking medical care at hospitals and health centres, especially with the long wait time.

He pointed out that among the reasons for the overcrowding at some facilities, is the scaling down of operations at the Black River Hospital in St. Elizabeth after it was damaged during the storm.

He said , the facilities are seeing between 80 and a 100 percent increased capacity.

Mr. Bent noted that the SRHA has arranged for additional staff to be brought in from other areas.

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Visual arts & tourism communities in mourning following murder of Kenyan born artist in St Elizabeth

The Southern Regional Health Authority, (SRHA) has implemented contingency measures, at facilities that are being overwhelmed with patients, since the passage of Hurricane Melissa.

Regional Director Michael Bent acknowledged the frustration of persons seeking medical care at hospitals and health centres, especially with the long wait time.

He pointed out that among the reasons for the overcrowding at some facilities, is the scaling down of operations at the Black River Hospital in St. Elizabeth after it was damaged during the storm.

He said , the facilities are seeing between 80 and a 100 percent increased capacity.

Mr. Bent noted that the SRHA has arranged for additional staff to be brought in from other areas.

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One of 2 fires in St Catherine results in death of unidentified man

The Southern Regional Health Authority, (SRHA) has implemented contingency measures, at facilities that are being overwhelmed with patients, since the passage of Hurricane Melissa.

Regional Director Michael Bent acknowledged the frustration of persons seeking medical care at hospitals and health centres, especially with the long wait time.

He pointed out that among the reasons for the overcrowding at some facilities, is the scaling down of operations at the Black River Hospital in St. Elizabeth after it was damaged during the storm.

He said , the facilities are seeing between 80 and a 100 percent increased capacity.

Mr. Bent noted that the SRHA has arranged for additional staff to be brought in from other areas.

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