AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoHealth Workforce Mobility: Ghana and Jamaica signed a bilateral agreement under the PJCC framework to deploy Ghanaian health professionals to Jamaica starting June 2026, with implementation covering deployment schedules, credential checks, orientation and welfare support. Public Health & Access: Jamaica’s Western Children and Adolescent Hospital in St James is set to be named after Portia Simpson Miller, following government dedications tied to her legacy in healthcare planning. Mental Health Support: The Jamaica Association of Social Workers’ Mental Health Hub in Lambs River, Westmoreland delivered psychosocial support, wellness sessions and donated items to 26 adults and 16 children as communities recover from Hurricane Melissa. Community Health Outreach: Kingston Public Hospital received Labour Day upgrades via JEP Group volunteers, refurbishing parts of the Outpatient Department serving about 3,500 patients daily. Asthma Awareness: Elmhurst Hospital in Queens partnered with Arts4All to spotlight rising asthma and allergy cases, pushing education and better care for high-burden neighbourhoods. Food & Wellness: Sandals Ocho Rios expanded health outreach with a free dental clinic for students in St Mary, screening hundreds and providing treatment. Biosecurity for Bees: Jamaica warned that imported honey could carry bee diseases that threaten local apiaries, urging consumers to report suspected illegal imports. Crisis in Medical Training: Jamaican medical students in Cuba report severe disruption from fuel shortages and infrastructure collapse, including reduced classes and limited clinical instruction, and are urging government intervention.
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