AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoNeonatal Care Boost: The Preemie Foundation of Jamaica donated a $1.7M incubator to Mandeville Regional Hospital’s NICU, strengthening temperature-controlled support for premature and critically ill newborns. Local Philanthropy for Health: Hanover philanthropist Myrna Gordon-Radway donated over $1M in patient care items to Noel Holmes Hospital and the Lucea Infirmary, including PPE and sanitisation supplies. Cancer Screening Push: Former Liverpool and England star John Barnes shared his prostate cancer diagnosis and surgery, urging men to overcome stigma and get checked. Cervical Cancer Focus: A new cervical cancer elimination compendium highlights prevention and screening gaps; Jamaica’s case is flagged as a major need, with many women reportedly never screened. Food Safety Reminder: WHO and FAO’s “Safe Food Everywhere” campaign spotlights safer handling at home—washing hands, separating raw/cooked, cooking thoroughly, safe storage, and safe water. Marine Health Warning: Earth Insight and JET warn offshore oil exploration in the Walton-Morant block could threaten Jamaica’s south coast coral reefs, seagrass and key fishing grounds. Homelessness Support: Government announced a $35M renovation for the Marie Atkins Night Shelter to expand services for Kingston’s homeless population.
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