News Categories: Health

Public Relations Unit,

1F North Street, Kingston

Tel: (876) 967-5484

Fax: (876) 948-2831

Friday March 13, 2020

The Ministry of Labour and Social Security implores persons with disabilities to take special care at this time in safeguarding your health from the Novel Coronavirus (COVID 19).

Persons with disabilities and caregivers are advised to wash or sanitize hands frequently and avoid touching face, eyes, nose or mouth. Follow the guidelines from the Ministry of Health and Wellness for the prevention and control of the spread of the virus.

The Ministry urges families and communities to look out for our PWDs and extend care and support where necessary.

A message from the Ministry of Labour and Social Security.

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Public Relations Unit,

1F North Street, Kingston

Tel: (876) 967-5484

Fax: (876) 948-2831

Wednesday March 11, 2020

The Ministry of Labour and Social Security regrets to advise the Public that all Health Fairs that were planned by the National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSC) have been cancelled. The Health Fairs were scheduled to be held on March 17, 2020 at the Anglican Church Hall, Port Maria and on April 2, 2020 at the Folly Oval Sports Complex, Port Antonio.

The cancellations are in response to recommendations from the Ministry of Health and Wellness and in an effort to reduce the spread of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19).

The Ministry of Labour and Social Security notes with concern the reports from health officials that older persons are at higher risk. Senior Citizens and their families are encouraged to follow the guidelines from the Ministry of Health and Wellness for the prevention and control of the spread of the virus. We urge Senior to take action to reduce their exposure. Wash or sanitize your hands frequently, do not touch face, eyes, nose or mouth and avoid public gatherings.

Seniors are encouraged to have adequate supplies such as food, water, blood pressure and diabetes medications, in the event you need to remain at home.

The Ministry encourages families and communities to look out for our Senior Citizens and extend care and support where necessary.

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Public Relations Unit,

1F North Street, Kingston

Tel: (876) 967-5484

Fax: (876) 948-2831

Wednesday March 11, 2020

The Ministry of Labour and Social Security is imploring Employers to allow workers the necessary period of absence and/or quarantine if required.

This privilege should be extended even beyond the provisions under the Holidays with Pay Act.

We all have a responsibility to prevent the spread of the novel corona virus (COVID 19).

A message from the Ministry of Labour and Social Security.

Contact: MLSS Public Relations Unit Straight Line: (876) 967-5484 |Email: prunit@mlss.gov.jm Like and follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mlssjamaica/?ref=bookmarks; Twitter: https://twitter.com/JamaicaMlss and on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mlssjamaica Visit our website: www.mlss.gov.jm for more.

Public Relations Unit,

1F North Street, Kingston

Tel: (876) 967-5484

Fax: (876) 948-2831

Wednesday March 11, 2020

The Ministry of Labour & Social Security is encouraging all Employers and Business Operators to take the necessary steps to protect workers from the Novel Corona Virus (COVID-19).

Employers are urged to provide workers with the appropriate tools and information needed to prevent the spread of the virus.

Keep abreast of the guidelines and instructions provided by the Ministry of Health and Wellness.

We all have a responsibility, let us work to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.

A message from the Ministry of Labour and Social Security.

Contact: MLSS Public Relations Unit Straight Line: (876) 967-5484 |Email: prunit@mlss.gov.jm Like and follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mlssjamaica/?ref=bookmarks; Twitter: https://twitter.com/JamaicaMlss and on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mlssjamaica Visit our website: www.mlss.gov.jm for more.