The upset nurses staged a protest on Tuesday to highlight their concerns about over-crowding, deplorable bathroom facilities, non functional air conditioning units, among other issues. Following a meeting with management and assurances of improvement, the nurses returned to normal duties.

The Jamaica Constabulary Force said through targeted operations by the Firearms and Narcotics Investigation Division (FNID), the police significantly disrupted transnational organised crime networks. In the first six months of 2026, FNID seized more cocaine than for the combined total of six consecutive years, from 2016 to 2021. It is also the highest amount seized in the past ten years.

The free Jamaica Moves app, developed under the health systems strengthening programme, with support from the European Union, allows users to track their physical activity and monitor key health indicators, including blood pressure, blood sugar and weight, directly from their smart phones. While the Chronic Care Connect pilot introduces a more proactive, patient centred approach to managing chronic illnesses, such as diabetes and hypertension.

Some medical interns across the island withdrew their services at several public health facilities today protesting longstanding challenges they say continue to affect them. Doctors and supporters were also encouraged to wear blue as a visible sign of support for the interns.

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has called for collaborative effort to ensure energy security in the Caribbean region. Dr. Holness is on an official visit to Suriname where he participated in the Suriname Energy Oil and Gas Summit and Exhibition.