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St. James and St. Ann recorded the most suspected, probable or confirmed leptospirosis cases; 6 deaths confirmed

St. James and St. Ann are the parishes with the most suspected, probable or confirmed leptospirosis cases.

Speaking at a press conference today, Principal Medical Officer and National Epidemiologist, Dr. Karen Webster Kerr, said St. James recorded 14 suspected cases, 8 of which have been confirmed.

Health Ministry ramping up national efforts to reduce leptospirosis cases

Amid growing concerns about water safety in flood-affected communities, the Health Ministry says, it is ramping up national efforts to ensure the best possible protection of public health.

Speaking at a press conference this morning, Portfolio Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton said 371 boxes of chlorine

Over $65M raised through the ”I Love Jamaica” telethon and concert

The “I Love Jamaica” telethon raised more than $65 million towards the National Hurricane Melissa Relief Programme.

Minister of Culture, Olivia Grange made the announcement today.

Jarrett Park to host Montego Bay United as hurricane repairs continue

Jarrett Park, long regarded as the spiritual home of football in Western Jamaica, will become the temporary base for Jamaica Premier League leaders Montego Bay United as refurbishing work continues at the Montego Bay Sports Complex.

Hundreds of vector control workers deployed to communities hardest hit by Hurricane Melissa

Health and Wellness Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton says 950 vector control workers have been deployed across the island following the passage of Hurricane Melissa. Speaking at a press conference this morning, Dr. Tufton said the workers are in the most affected communities.

Confirmed leptospirosis deaths increase to 6

Principal Medical Officer and National Epidemiologist, Dr. Karen Webster Kerr gave the update at a health ministry press conference now underway. She said all the deceased are males.

Police identify four of 5 people killed in yesterday’s crash along PJ Patterson Highway

Dead are 40-year-old Derron Johnson, a construction worker of Ocho Rios, St Ann, 49-year-old Marcia Reid of Havendale Kingston, 59-year-old Dinford Gardener of Independence City Portmore, St. Catherine and 54-year-old Sharon Roberts of Comfort District in Williamsfield Manchester.

Local Government Ministry says it is working to relocate persons from educational institutions which are being used as shelters

With more schools expected to reopen soon, the Local Government Ministry says it is working to relocate persons from educational institutions which are being used as shelters. Portfolio Minister, Desmond Mckenzie said an area of concern is the school in Trelawny which is accommodating residents from

Residents of Content and Kirkvine in Manchester warned about returning to area affected by ground water

Both the National Water Resources Authority (WRA) and the Manchester Health Department have issued warnings to residents of Content and Kirkvine in Manchester, as the water situation continues to pose serious health risks. Speaking with reporters yesterday, Managing Director of the WRA, Peter Clarke,

Transport Minister urges motorists to service their vehicles regularly following bus crash in St Catherine yesterday

Minister of Transport Daryl Vaz has urged motorists to service their vehicles regularly, as they are responsible for every life they transport. He also urged all road users to recommit to road safety.

St. James and St. Ann recorded the most suspected, probable or confirmed leptospirosis cases; 6 deaths confirmed

Thursday, November 27, 2025 Myesha Broadie News No comments

St. James and St. Ann are the parishes with the most suspected, probable or confirmed leptospirosis cases. Speaking at a press conference today, Principal Medical Officer and National Epidemiologist, Dr. Karen Webster Kerr, said St. James recorded 14 suspected cases, 8 of which have been confirmed.

Health Ministry ramping up national efforts to reduce leptospirosis cases

Thursday, November 27, 2025 Markelia Rumble News No comments

Amid growing concerns about water safety in flood-affected communities, the Health Ministry says, it is ramping up national efforts to ensure the best possible protection of public health. Speaking at a press conference this morning, Portfolio Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton said 371 boxes of chlorine aqua tablets have already been distributed across health regions.

Jarrett Park to host Montego Bay United as hurricane repairs continue

Thursday, November 27, 2025 Wayde Brown Sports No comments

Jarrett Park, long regarded as the spiritual home of football in Western Jamaica, will become the temporary base for Jamaica Premier League leaders Montego Bay United as refurbishing work continues at the Montego Bay Sports Complex.

West Indies drawn in Group C for 2026 ICC T20 World Cup

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 Wayde Brown Sports No comments

Former two-time champions West Indies have been drawn in Group C of the 2026 ICC T20 Cricket World Cup, set for February 7 to March 8 across India and Sri Lanka. The announcement came on Tuesday as the ICC confirmed the full groupings and match schedule for the expanded 20-team tournament, which will feature four groups of five.