Malaria spreads - Nurses call for resources to combat outbreak
President of the Nurses Association of Jamaica (NAJ), Edith Allwood-Anderson, yesterday urged the Government to ensure that there are adequate medical supplies available to fight the malaria outbreak that is currently affecting sections of Kingston...
High demand for malaria drugs, insect repellents
Although the Ministry of Health has cautioned against doctors prescribing them to uninfected persons travelling within the country, you may still want to ask your physician for a chemoprophylaxis drug.
'Government on witch hunt'
The Opposition yesterday accused the Government of carrying out an unnecessary "witch hunt" which has resulted in the postponement of Local Government elections for a second time. The Opposition made the accusations after Minister of Local ...
93 days to World Cup - Cricket interests wary of malaria outbreak
The organisers of ICC Cricket World Cup West Indies 2007 are keeping a close eye on the malaria outbreak in sections of Jamaica ahead of next year's Cricket World Cup, according to Chris Dehring, the organisation's managing director and chief executive...
St James residents fearful
WESTERN BUREAU: The escalating crime problem in western Jamaica, particularly the worrying trend of homicides in St. James, has raised concerns among residents, who are fearful of the criminals who continue to unleash their terror.
JCF receives $5 million in forensic equipment
The crime portfolio of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) received a boost in its technical abilities yesterday, with the donation of $5 million worth of forensic equipment to the Major Investigation.
Lasco honours teacher and principal of the year
Beaming smiles and collected responses marked the reactions of the individuals honoured at the 2006-2007 LASCO Teacher and Principal of the Year awards ceremony held at the Jamaica Pegasus hotel, New Kingston, yesterday.
More shelters needed for battered women
With a need for more shelters for battered women during the festive season, local women's groups are saying Government should urgently move to provide facilities for victims of spousal abuse. Joyce Hewett, president of Woman Incorporated...
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