HST Healthy Living

HST Healthy Living The National HIV/STI/TB Unit located within the Ministry of Health and Wellness

Early diagnosis and treatment of STIs can prevent serious health complications—including infertility and complications d...
23/04/2026

Early diagnosis and treatment of STIs can prevent serious health complications—including infertility and complications during pregnancy.

Don’t wait. Get tested early.

Some STIs, like chlamydia, gonorrhoea, and syphilis, can be cured with treatment.Others, like HIV and herpes, can’t be c...
21/04/2026

Some STIs, like chlamydia, gonorrhoea, and syphilis, can be cured with treatment.
Others, like HIV and herpes, can’t be cured—but can be managed with medication so you can live a long, healthy life.

The key? Get tested early.

Using condoms correctly and consistently is one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of STIs.Protect yourself. ...
20/04/2026

Using condoms correctly and consistently is one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of STIs.

Protect yourself. Protect your partner.
Make it part of your routine.

Many STIs don’t show symptoms—you or your partner could have one and not know.The only way to be sure? Get tested.Regula...
18/04/2026

Many STIs don’t show symptoms—you or your partner could have one and not know.

The only way to be sure? Get tested.
Regular testing helps protect you and your partner.

STIs are more common than you think—and they can affect anyone who is sexually active, regardless of age, gender, or bac...
17/04/2026

STIs are more common than you think—and they can affect anyone who is sexually active, regardless of age, gender, or background.

The good news? You can protect yourself.
Get informed. Get tested. Get treated.

🚨 April is STI Awareness Month!🚨This April, we’re taking it from awareness to action 💪🏽“Get talking. Get tested. Get tre...
16/04/2026

🚨 April is STI Awareness Month!🚨

This April, we’re taking it from awareness to action 💪🏽

“Get talking. Get tested. Get treated.”

STIs can affect anyone—and many don’t show symptoms.
Knowing your status is one of the most powerful steps you can take for your health.

✅ Testing is FREE at public health centres across Jamaica
✅ Treatment is available and effective
✅ Early action protects you and your partners

Don’t wait until something feels wrong—
yuh nuh haffi feel sick fi get tested.

28/03/2026

How much do YOU know about tuberculosis? 👀

For World Tuberculosis Day, we asked members of the public a few quick questions… and let’s just say, the responses were interesting 😅

Watch the video and see how you would do!

Know the signs. Get tested. It’s free.
Yes! We Can End TB.

Supporting someone with tuberculosis (TB) makes a real difference in their recovery.TB is treatable and curable, but sti...
28/03/2026

Supporting someone with tuberculosis (TB) makes a real difference in their recovery.

TB is treatable and curable, but stigma, isolation, and treatment fatigue can make it harder for patients to complete care.

Here’s how you can help:
•Encourage them to complete their full course of treatment
•Offer emotional support, listen without judgment
•Help with transportation or clinic visits if needed
•Learn the facts about TB to reduce stigma
•Maintain safe practices while supporting them

Guided by the push for faster implementation and stronger accountability, the conversations centered on closing gaps in ...
27/03/2026

Guided by the push for faster implementation and stronger accountability, the conversations centered on closing gaps in care, improving patient support systems, and using real time data to guide decisions that save lives.

Eliminating TB takes more than strategy, it takes consistent action, collaboration, and a health system that leaves no one behind.

The Tuberculosis Annual Review highlighted how the Ministry of Health & Wellness, through its HIV/STI/TB Unit, is drivin...
27/03/2026

The Tuberculosis Annual Review highlighted how the Ministry of Health & Wellness, through its HIV/STI/TB Unit, is driving impact; scaling up early detection, strengthening contact tracing, and ensuring free, accessible treatment for all who need it.

The focus isn’t just on managing TB, but breaking transmission and protecting vulnerable communities.

The conversation continues. And so does the commitment. 💬Day 2 of the Tuberculosis Annual Review brought even deeper dia...
27/03/2026

The conversation continues. And so does the commitment. 💬

Day 2 of the Tuberculosis Annual Review brought even deeper dialogue, sharper insights, and a renewed focus on what it will take to move from strategy to action.

Under the theme “Fast-Tracking Delivery, Implementation, and Commitment,” stakeholders, health professionals, and partners leaned into the urgency, aligning on solutions, strengthening accountability, and pushing for real, measurable impact.

Because ending TB isn’t just a goal… it’s a responsibility we must accelerate together.

A day of meaningful dialogue and strategic focus.Today’s sessions highlighted key challenges, progress, and the collecti...
26/03/2026

A day of meaningful dialogue and strategic focus.

Today’s sessions highlighted key challenges, progress, and the collective effort required to improve TB care and outcomes across Jamaica.

Together, we move closer to stronger systems and healthier communities. Yes! We can End TB! Led by Countries. Powered by People.

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Kingston

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 17:00
Thursday 08:30 - 17:00
Friday 08:30 - 16:00

Telephone

+18766337433

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