Health – Official Government of Jersey Blog

Government of Jersey 6 March 2026 —

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…

Public Health 6 March 2026 —,

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

Government of Jersey 4 March 2026 —

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

Government of Jersey 4 March 2026 —

For many Islanders, the Dermatology department is a place they visit at moments when they need clarity, reassurance, or answers about their health. And often, the first person they meet – whether on the phone or at the clinic door – is Kelly Ahearn, the department’s Appointments Clerk. Kelly is one of the many dedicated … Read more Spotlight on Frontline: A day in Dermatology with Kelly Ahearn

Government of Jersey 30 January 2026 —

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

Government of Jersey 23 January 2026 —

Joint statement on the funding of the Jersey Employment TrustA joint statement by the Chief Minister, Deputy Lyndon Farnham, the Minister for Social Security, Deputy Lyndsay Feltham, and the Jersey Employment Trust announced that Government will maintain its current level of support to JET throughout 2026, providing confirmed total funding of £2.7 million for this … Read more News this week… Funding of the Jersey Employment Trust, no change to passport requirements for UK travel and initiatives for the National Year of Reading

Government of Jersey 19 December 2025 —

Support service for mental health carers launchedHealth and Care Jersey has awarded the Listening Lounge a three-year contract to work in partnership with Dementia Jersey, Focus on Mental Illness and Jersey Eating Disorders Support to provide support specifically for carers who support loved ones with mental illness. PFAS testing for food and environment results publishedThe … Read more News this week… PFAS food and environment testing results published and support service for mental health carers launched

Government of Jersey 18 December 2025 —

When you meet Alex Burnouf, one thing becomes clear: his work in mental health isn’t just a job – it’s a calling rooted in lived experience. Before stepping into his current role as Peer Support Coordinator, Alex navigated his own journey through mental illness and recovery. That experience didn’t just shape him; it gave him … Read more Walking beside, not ahead: Alex Burnouf’s journey in Peer Support

Government of Jersey 12 December 2025 —

Travelling over Christmas? Biosecurity remindersIslanders are reminded that personal imports of fresh meat, dairy, and live animals from the EU and other regions remain banned to protect livestock. Pet owners travelling to the EU with their pets should check their EU pet passport or Animal Health Certificate is valid before travelling. Helmet safety boost: New … Read more News this week… Draft Licensing Law lodged, and advice to owners travelling with their pets over Christmas

Government of Jersey 5 December 2025 —

Strengthened support for carers announcedThe Government is delivering on its commitment to improve support for individuals receiving care and carers across the Island. Following the urgent review announced last month, good progress has been made to ensure there is practical, fair, and sustainable assistance. Planning permission granted for 42 sheltered homesThe Minister for the Environment, … Read more News this week… Hospital Winter Plan launched, strengthened support for carers announced and permission granted for sheltered homes

Category: Health

News this week…

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

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

News this week… Funding of the Jersey Employment Trust, no change to passport requirements for UK travel and initiatives for the National Year of Reading

News this week… PFAS food and environment testing results published and support service for mental health carers launched

Walking beside, not ahead: Alex Burnouf’s journey in Peer Support

News this week… Draft Licensing Law lodged, and advice to owners travelling with their pets over Christmas

News this week… Hospital Winter Plan launched, strengthened support for carers announced and permission granted for sheltered homes

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