Modernizing Jamaica's Pharmacy Sector | Jamaica News

Minister Audrey Marks is spearheading a bold push to modernize Jamaica’s aging pharmaceutical system, tackling outdated laws and infrastructure gaps that hinder access—especially in rural areas. With 1,500 pharmacies still operating under nearly 60-year-old rules, she’s rallying pharmacists to embrace digital tools like electronic prescribing, expand clinical roles, and rethink distribution through postal networks. The goal? Turn community pharmacies into vital hubs for disease management and telehealth, using tech to cut travel, boost efficiency, and finally unlock the full potential of Jamaica’s frontline healthcare workers. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fd70925e7347c35a