NEWS & UPDATES
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Updates from our hospitals, health centres and the people caring for our communities.
15 September 2026
SERHA has launched digital Food Handlers E-Permits, giving approved applicants convenient access to view, download and save their permits.
8 September 2026
SERHA is urging men 40 years and older to speak with a healthcare provider about prostate cancer screening during Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.
7 September 2026
Spanish Town Hospital provides context on a patient awaiting surgery, including continued care, the availability of implants and its triage system.
3 September 2026
KPH is expanding breast-conserving procedures and minimally invasive lymph-node surgery while strengthening multidisciplinary, patient-centred cancer care.
31 August 2026
Linstead Public Hospital now provides inpatient care for post-neonatal children up to 12 years old, bringing essential paediatric services closer to families.
5 August 2026
Five new swing foggers valued at over JA$3 million will strengthen vector control operations and disease prevention across St. Thomas.
30 July 2026
Over 250 people benefited from free health screenings, health education and wellness support at KPH’s anniversary fair in Saint William Grant Park.
11 July 2025
Plans announced in June 2025 include improved waiting areas, a physiotherapy suite and laboratory upgrades at the Kingston health centre.
10 July 2025
SERHA announced three security contracts worth $3.29 billion in July 2025 to support safety across its regional facilities.
8 July 2025
Archived service notice issued on 8 July 2025 following reports of industrial action by some ambulance drivers.