A 6.1-magnitude earthquake hit off the northwestern coast of Cuba on Monday afternoon, causing shaking around the region, according to the US Geological Survey. The quake was felt across Cuba, although causing no damage or injuries. There were reports of shaking as far west as Cancun and the Riviera Maya, with a heavy concentration in […]
Above: Kingston (CJ Photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff Jamaica’s government has earmarked about $472,000 USD to begin implementation of its planned Electronic Medical Records system. The plan, which would replace the country’s existing paper-based system, is part of Jamaica’s National Strategic Plan for Health Information System. “Our first set of projects in terms of […]
Above: Montego Bay By the Caribbean Journal staff Jamaica’s stated goal of transforming the country into a regional health tourism hub is “achievable,” according to Health Minister Dr Fenton Ferguson. “We have some of the best health-trained personnel this side of the world (and) logistically, we are at the very centre of the Caribbean,” wrote […]
