More than 250 people accessed free health screenings, wellness education and medical support last Thursday as the Kingston Public Hospital (KPH) hosted a Health and Wellness Fair at St William Grant Park in downtown Kingston as part of its 250th anniversary celebrations.

The outreach initiative formed part of the hospital’s year-long commemoration under the theme ‘250 Years of Healing Jamaica’, which highlights KPH’s long-standing contribution to healthcare and its continued commitment to community wellness.

The fair brought together healthcare professionals from various hospital departments and a wide range of public- and private-sector partners to offer free screenings, health information and preventative care services to members of the public. Participating KPH departments included the Renal Unit, Nursing Department, Physiotherapy Department, Dietary Services and the Know Your Numbers initiative. Several healthcare and community partners also supported the event.