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The South East Regional Health Authority (SERHA) wishes to advise the public that, in light of Hurricane Melissa, its emergency operations centres have been fully activated across the region to coordinate emergency health services and ensure the continuity of care. Members of the public, staff, and stakeholders are encouraged to use the following contact numbers to reach the respective facilities and departments within the region: 1. Regional Office: (658) 202-9483, (658) 202-9474 2. Hope Institute: (876) 549-0902 3. Sir John Golding Rehabilitation Centre: (876) 548-7275 4. National Chest Hospital: (876) 548-7272 5. Bustamante Hospital for Children: (876) 926-5721; (876) 926-5722 (876)926-5723 and (876) 926-5725 6. Kingston Public & Victoria Jubilee Hospitals: (876) 548-4902 7. Linstead Hospital: (876) 538-8474, (876) 538-5637 8. Spanish Town Hospital: (876) 549-1227 9. St Thomas Health Department: (876) 538-1698; (876) 538-1902; (876) 538-2685 and (876) 538-2841 However, due to the potential impacts of severe weather conditions, callers may experience temporary disruptions in service. The public is therefore reminded that if they are unable to reach these helplines, or in the event of a life-threatening emergency, they should contact emergency services immediately using the numbers listed below: 1. Jamaica Constabulary Force:119 2. Fire Department: 110 3. Meteorological Service:116 SERHA continues to monitor the situation closely and stands ready to provide the necessary support throughout the passage of Hurricane Melissa. For updates, persons have been advised to follow SERHA’s official social media pages and local news broadcasts.
