Category: Health

News this week…

£1.5 million allocated to support charities from Jersey Reclaim FundThe Government has announced the second annual allocation of £1.5 million from the Jersey Reclaim Fund, continuing the Government’s commitment to provide long term, stable support for local charitable and voluntary organisations. Construction begins on new youth centre for St HelierWork has officially begun on a … Read more News this week…

Frontline: Piotr Wrobel – Using digital innovation to support better care

Piotr Wrobel works in Digital Health at Health and Care Jersey, where he designs and improves digital tools that help healthcare staff spend less time filling in forms and more time caring for people. Although much of his work happens behind the scenes, the tools he creates are used directly in day‑to‑day patient care, making … Read more Frontline: Piotr Wrobel – Using digital innovation to support better care

News this week…

Review into bone densitometry scansAn independent review has identified potential concerns with the diagnosis and treatment recommendations of some patients who underwent bone densitometry scans at the Hospital between January 2017 and January 2022. Revisions to first-time buyer policy guidanceThe Minister for Housing has updated Jersey’s first-time buyer policy guidance so that more Islanders can … Read more News this week…

Keeping Highlands College running smoothly: A day in the life of caretaker Jacek

At Highlands College, thousands of Islanders pass through the campus each year – students beginning new careers, tutors preparing lessons, professionals attending training, and visitors exploring opportunities. Behind the scenes, a small team works quietly and constantly to keep the College safe, clean, and running smoothly. One of those people is Jacek, a caretaker who … Read more Keeping Highlands College running smoothly: A day in the life of caretaker Jacek

News this week…

Public Health advice on meningitis cases in KentPublic Health Jersey is aware of reports of meningitis cases affecting young people in Canterbury and the surrounding area, including students at the University of Kent. The risk to people living outside of the area is very low. Government publishes All Age Mental Health StrategyThe Government of Jersey … Read more News this week…

News this week…

Launch of the All Age Mental Health StrategyThe Minister for Health and Social Services and Minister for Children and Families will launch the All Age Mental Health Strategy (2026–2030) on Thursday 19 March. Statement from the Minister for Justice and Home AffairsThe Minister for Justice and Home Affairs, Deputy Mary Le Hegarat, issued a statement … Read more News this week…

IWD Focus: Women’s Health in Jersey: Building Momentum into 2026 – An update from Deputy Andy Howell

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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 ahead of International Women’s Day. Over the past year, the Government of Jersey has continued to strengthen services and support for women and girls. Much of the groundwork … Read more IWD Focus: Women’s Health in Jersey: Building Momentum into 2026 – An update from Deputy Andy Howell

Spotlight on Frontline: Supporting patient journeys with Outpatient Appointments Supervisor Alex Le Blancq

Every day, hundreds of Islanders rely on Outpatient Services to navigate their healthcare journey. Behind the scenes, a dedicated team works tirelessly to make sure appointments run smoothly, questions are answered, and patients feel reassured. One of those people is Alex Le Blancq, Outpatient Appointments Supervisor – whose calm presence and commitment to patient care … Read more Spotlight on Frontline: Supporting patient journeys with Outpatient Appointments Supervisor Alex Le Blancq

Spotlight on Frontline: A day in Dermatology with Kelly Ahearn

News this week… work begins on Haut du Mont memorial garden, changes to support for carers announced and further action taken to protect children from online harms

Haut du Mont memorial garden work beginsWork has started on the memorial garden at Haut du Mont, which is in honour of the ten Islanders who died following the explosion on 10 December 2022.  Changes to services and support for carersThe Minister for Social Security, Deputy Lyndsay Feltham, announced changes to services and support for carers and … Read more News this week… work begins on Haut du Mont memorial garden, changes to support for carers announced and further action taken to protect children from online harms