Christopher Tufton

Christopher Tufton

politician Jamaica

Christopher Tufton is a Jamaican politician and the current Minister of Health and Wellness. He has played a pivotal role in promoting public health initiatives, particularly focusing on mental health awareness through campaigns like #DoYourShare. Recently, he emphasized the importance of creating safe spaces for young people during a wellness check-in event at the Faculty of Medical Sciences at The University of the West Indies, where he addressed the stigma associated with mental health challenges and encouraged students to seek help when needed.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
7 wks
Reach
82,645
Power
426$
Sentiment
6.37
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Jamaica 5 6.60 1.59% +70% 2,961,167 79,905 $15,000 405$
Guyana 2 5.50 0.35% +0% 786,552 2,741 $6,000 21$
Totals 7 3,747,719 82,646 $21,000 426$
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.

Recent Mentions

Guyana Guyana: Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton warned that a void could be created if health professionals decide to return home. 6

Stabroek News: Jamaica medical partnership with Cuba lasted 49 years

Guyana Guyana: Health and Wellness Minister Christopher Tufton had previously said about 300 Cuban doctors and medical professionals were working on the island. 5

Stabroek News: Jamaica to end medical cooperation program with Cuba

Jamaica Jamaica: Health Minister Christopher Tufton told the same parliamentary committee that the Government has already begun preparing for potential gaps in the public health system. 5

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Cuba says Jamaica 'yielded' to US pressure; to withdraw all medical workers | News

Jamaica Jamaica: Christopher Tufton is the Health Minister who outlined the Government’s plans to address potential gaps in the public health system if Cuban medical personnel leave Jamaica. 6

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: US did not influence Jamaica's decision to end Cuban medical programme, says Johnson Smith | News

Jamaica Jamaica: Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr Christopher Tufton, is urging beverage manufacturers to adopt measures that support the reduction of sugar content. 8

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Health Minister urges beverage manufacturers to reduce sugar content | News

Jamaica Jamaica: Thompson praised Health Minister Dr Christopher Tufton for recognizing the importance of tackling non-communicable diseases through comprehensive public health initiatives. 8

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Gov’t senator highlights sexual and reproductive health benefits of sugary drink tax | News

Jamaica Jamaica: Health Minister Dr Christopher Tufton appealed for calm during the tensions at the health centre opening. 5

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Political tensions mar health centre opening in St Mary | News

Guyana Guyana: Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton confirmed that while the previous memorandum of understanding (MOU) has expired, nearly 300 Cuban doctors and specialists continue to serve under existing contracts. 7

Stabroek News: Tufton: Jamaica hammering out new health MOU with Cuba

Guyana Guyana: Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton confirmed that while the previous memorandum of understanding (MOU) has expired, nearly 300 Cuban doctors and specialists continue to serve under existing contracts. 7

Stabroek News: Tufton: Jamaica hammering out new health MOU with Cuba