AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoDialysis at St. Jude: St. Jude Hospital has opened its dialysis unit at the rebuilt Augier site, with patients praising a smoother transition—though the wider hospital commissioning is still running behind schedule. Hospital commissioning delay: Health officials say the full return to St. Jude will take “a few more weeks” beyond the July target, citing a managed commissioning process and ongoing safety checks. Fire service response: The Fire Service has debunked claims that the reconstructed St. Jude Hospital recently experienced a fire. Labour and healthcare continuity: Long-running disputes at Millennium Heights Medical Complex and WASCO were resolved after collective agreements were signed, supporting continuity of care and staff benefits. Road safety and health strain: Cabinet ministers and the PM renewed calls for personal responsibility after rising road deaths, while police investigated a fatal crash in Anse La Raye. Cybersecurity for health systems: A local forum brought together nearly 100 stakeholders to strengthen digital resilience against cyber and hybrid threats. Regional health security: CARPHA and OECS renewed work to protect travellers’ health, and CARPHA launched an Antimicrobial Resistance reference laboratory in Jamaica to boost surveillance across the Caribbean. Community wellness trend: BodyHoliday’s September Solos programme returns, targeting solo travellers with structured wellness and social support.
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