Health

June 10, 2026

Nicque Graham | World Food Safety Day 2026 - From burden to solutions – safe food everywhere
Jamaica’s food safety system has notable strengths, especially at the community level. However, as global food trade expands and international standards become more demanding, the country must renew…
June 3, 2026 by Keisha Hill

Hypertension in Jamaica – Understanding the hidden risks
Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, affects more than 1.3 billion people globally, according to the World Health Organization, yet nearly half do not know they have it. Often…
June 3, 2026 by Keisha Hill

Why managing hypertension matters
High blood pressure is more than just a number on a monitor, it is a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and premature death. Because hypertension often develops without…
May 27, 2026 by Keisha Hill

The best part of menopause? The ‘after- party’
For many women, menopause is spoken about in hushed tones, a stage of life associated with hot flashes, sleepless nights, mood swings, and hormonal upheaval. It is often framed as something to…
May 27, 2026 by Keisha Hill

Showing up for life:  Relay For Life 2026 launches with message of hope, healing and community
The fight against cancer is not fought only in hospitals or treatment rooms. It is fought in homes, in communities, in quiet moments of fear, and through the support of people who refuse to let…
May 27, 2026 by Keisha Hill

Endometrial cancer  - Why Jamaican women must pay attention to silent warning signs
Endometrial cancer, a disease affecting the lining of the womb, is emerging as a major health concern for women in Jamaica and across the Caribbean. Alarmingly, Jamaica now has one of the highest…
Health
May 27, 2026

A study on robotic bronchoscopy suggests improvements in early lung cancer detection in Jamaica
Jamaica, May 2026 -Health authorities in Jamaica have increasingly emphasized the need to raise awareness about lung cancer and its risk factors, particularly smoking. The National Health Fund notes…
May 20, 2026

Wellness conference aims to transform conversations around men’s mental health  
A groundbreaking initiative focused on reshaping conversations surrounding men’s mental health, emotional well-being and leadership in Jamaica will take centrestage on June 13 with the staging of the…
May 20, 2026 by Keisha Hill

Why men’s mental health deserves greater attention 
For generations across the Caribbean and many parts of the world, men have often been conditioned to believe that showing emotion is a sign of weakness. Phrases such as ‘man up’ and ‘be strong’ have…