AGPJ May 2025 Newsletter Article
Honouring Health, Empowering Families: AGPJ Celebrates a Milestone-Filled May
May 2025 was a month of recognition, reflection, and renewal for the
Association of General Practitioners of Jamaica (AGPJ). Known nationally as
Child Month, Teachers’ Month, and the time when we celebrate Mother’s Day, May
also offered a meaningful opportunity to acknowledge the vital role of nurses
in our healthcare system through the observance of International Nurses Day on
May 12.
In this spirit of celebration and collaboration, the AGPJ was proud to partner
with the Caribbean College of Family Physicians (CCFP) Jamaica Chapter and the
Department of Family Medicine at the University of the West Indies, Mona to
observe World Family Doctor Day (WFDD) on Sunday, May 18, 2025, with a virtual
CME conference.
This year, the WONCA global theme for WFDD was “Building Mental Resilience in a
Changing World”—a timely reminder of the psychological challenges faced by both
patients and healthcare providers amidst global crises, climate change, and
socio-economic instability. In alignment with this, Jamaica adopted a national
theme: “The Impact of the Ageing Population on the Primary Healthcare System.”
This critical topic served as the focal point of a dynamic panel discussion
during the CME event, highlighting the growing pressures on primary care
services and the need for policies and practices that address the complex needs
of our elderly population.
The AGPJ also continued its Pediatric Health in the Caribbean CME series during
Child Month, launching Lecture 2 with the support of two esteemed ENT
specialists, who explored the management of respiratory illnesses in pediatric
patients. This session offered practical, evidence-based approaches for
improving pediatric outcomes, especially in resource-constrained primary care
settings.
Throughout May, we took time to acknowledge the irreplaceable role of teachers,
who lay the foundation for public health awareness and lifelong learning. We
saluted our mothers, whose nurturing and vigilance often form the first line of
health advocacy for their families. We recognized our nurses, the backbone of
patient care. And we celebrated family doctors, whose work at the front lines
of community health anchors our healthcare system.
As we move forward, AGPJ reaffirms its commitment to excellence in primary care
through continuous professional education, national advocacy, and
interprofessional partnerships. We thank all members, partners, and supporters
who participated in our May activities, and we invite you to stay connected as
we continue shaping the future of general practice in Jamaica.
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