🏥 More than J$300 million was invested in restoring and upgrading Black River Hospital!
The Southern Regional Health Authority marked the reopening of its Black River Hospital in St. Elizabeth on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, with Prime Minister, Dr. The Most Hon. Andrew Holness, following extensive repairs and upgrades after Hurricane Melissa.
The hospital’s capacity has increased from 150 to 180 beds, with nursery capacity expanded from five to 20 beds. Upgrades also include two new operating theatres, completed staff quarters and a concrete slab roof designed to strengthen the facility’s resilience. Work on the administrative building is being finalised.
🚑 Two new ambulances were handed over to support the hospital and wider St. Elizabeth Health Services.
The occasion also included a J$21.5 million contribution from Automated Payments Limited towards purchasing an autoclave, with the funds managed through United Way of Jamaica. This essential equipment will support the sterilisation of medical instruments for safe patient care.
We thank our healthcare teams, contractors and partners for their contributions to restoring and strengthening services for the people of St. Elizabeth and surrounding communities. 💙
#SRHA #BlackRiverHospital #StElizabeth #HealthcareRenewal #hurricanerecovery❤️

 

 

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