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JAM | Nov 24, 2024

‘Health Ministry fostering environment for research’

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Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health and Wellness Errol Greene delivers remarks on behalf of Portfolio Minister Dr Christopher Tufton during the opening ceremony for the 15th staging of the National Health Research Conference on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston. (Photo: JIS/Adrian Walker)

Minister of Health and Wellness Dr Christopher Tufton has reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to fostering an environment that values and supports research.

“We will continue to invest in the development of researchers, provide platforms for disseminating knowledge, and advocate for the integration of evidence-based practices into all levels of healthcare delivery,” he said.

Dr Tufton’s remarks were delivered by Health Ministry Permanent Secretary Errol Greene during the opening ceremony for the National Health Research Conference (NHRC) 2024 on Wednesday, November 20 at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston.           

The minister commended the Epidemiology Unit for organising the event’s 15th staging under the theme: ‘Health and Wellness: Everybody’s Business’. 

He said the team’s effort displays a consistent contribution to the body of literature to inform the development of health policies, and continuously improve healthcare service delivery.              

Dr Tufton said the annual conference brings together “some of the brightest minds in health and wellness to explore solutions to the pressing challenges facing our nation and the global community”. He noted that an effective public health system is heavily reliant on research findings in various areas of healthcare delivery and administration. 

“Research is the cornerstone of innovation, the pathway to understanding complex health issues and the driving force behind policies that improve the lives of our citizens,” the minister said. “The work presented at this conference yearly serves as a reminder of the transformative power of evidence-based approaches in shaping a healthier and more equitable future.”  

Dr Tufton also highlighted the importance of recognising the progress that has been made in addressing public health challenges, “from improving maternal and child health to combating non-communicable diseases and responding to emerging pandemics”.

The 15th Annual National Health Research Conference was held from November 20-22.

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