Category: Health

The Future of healthcare in Jersey: A conversation with the independent advisors

This blog is a conversation between the three independent advisors supporting the Minister for the New Healthcare Facilities Programme in Jersey. Their diverse expertise brings transparency, informed oversight, and a balanced representation of Islander voices to this significant infrastructure project. Dr Nigel Minihane is a retired General Practitioner with over 30 years of experience in … Read more The Future of healthcare in Jersey: A conversation with the independent advisors

Handling with care

Driven to help those in need: An important cog in the health services wheel

José Livramento has spent three decades working with members of the public in different sectors of society so taking a role with the Patient Transport Services (PTS) team was a natural move for him. He was aware of the value and importance of the transport services offered to vulnerable members of the community and this … Read more Driven to help those in need: An important cog in the health services wheel

When cleaning is a serious operation 

A sterile environment is vital in operating theatres. We have all seen surgeons on TV dramas or docu-series going through extensive hand-washing routines before beginning a procedure, but who are the unsung heroes behind the scenes who ensure the environment and equipment used is clean to ensure patient safety and optimise recovery?  In Jersey, this … Read more When cleaning is a serious operation 

Ambulance: Ready to Respond

Inspired by his colleagues and the lives they touch  As a Leading Ambulance Paramedic, Gary Vibert has administrative and line-manager responsibility for paramedics, ambulance technicians and emergency care assistants but maintains a front-line role by attending serious incidents.   His route to the career with the States of Jersey Ambulance Service came via a mid-life career-change … Read more Ambulance: Ready to Respond

A rewarding and fulfilling career responding to those in need 

  Charlotte Sutcliffe has been a paramedic for ten years having been inspired to join the ambulance service after witnessing emergency responders during the events of 9/11.  She joined the Yorkshire Ambulance Service in 2014 after completing the Paramedic Practice Degree and then worked on a double-crewed ambulance in Leeds city centre before joining the … Read more A rewarding and fulfilling career responding to those in need 

Taking Care of Jersey’s Health

Serving more than just meals. Meet Thyme Out West’s Halil Metushev HOW a passion for catering and customer service drives Halil Metushev’s role in the heart of Jersey’s new healthcare facilities.    The Enid Quenault Health and Wellbeing Centre stands as the first milestone in a transformative project reshaping healthcare across Jersey. The former Les … Read more Taking Care of Jersey’s Health

Women’s Health – Deputy Andy Howell updates on progress ahead of International Women’s Day

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As it is International Women’s Day tomorrow (Saturday 8 March), I would like to share the progress Jersey is making in addressing the health needs of women and girls. Over the past year, we have been listening to the voices of local women and girls through public consultations and meetings with professionals. We’ve gained invaluable … Read more Women’s Health – Deputy Andy Howell updates on progress ahead of International Women’s Day

Listening and Acting: Our Commitment to the Health and Wellbeing of Women and Girls     

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As Assistant Minister with responsibility for Women’s Health, I am proud to share the progress Jersey is making in addressing the health needs of women and girls. Over the past year, we have been listening to the voices of local women and girls—through our Women’s Health and Wellbeing Survey and consultations with professionals, we’ve gained … Read more Listening and Acting: Our Commitment to the Health and Wellbeing of Women and Girls     

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