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
3 wks
Reach
74,402
Power
379$
Sentiment
6.52
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Jamaica 18 6.39 1.91% +30% 2,961,167 73,636 $15,000 373$
Guyana 1 7.00 0.10% +0% 786,552 767 $6,000 6$
Totals 19 3,747,719 74,403 $21,000 379$
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.

Recent Mentions

Jamaica Jamaica: Christopher Tufton, minister of health and wellness, noted that a long-term mental health response is critical for affected areas. 6

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Ree-Anna Robinson | Mental health in a polycrisis | Commentary

Jamaica Jamaica: Minister of Health and Wellness Christopher Tufton described the facility as 'long-in-coming and long-demanded,' noting that it represents a positive addition to the Bustamante Hospital. 8

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Parent overnight suite opened at Bustamante Hospital | News

Jamaica Jamaica: Minister of Health and Wellness Dr Christopher Tufton has defended the decision to install a hip roof on the expanding wing of the Greater Portmore Health Centre. 7

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Tufton defends hip-roof design for Portmore Health Centre expansion | News

Jamaica Jamaica: Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton has acknowledged that severe overcrowding in the Accident and Emergency (A&E) Department at the Cornwall Regional Hospital (CRH) is being driven primarily by a shortage of functional ward space. 7

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Tufton: Remedy now under way to ease A&E beds crisis at CRH | Lead Stories

Jamaica Jamaica: Minister of Health and Wellness Dr Christopher Tufton acknowledged the strain at the Savanna-la-Mar Hospital during a visit. 6

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Sav hospital reckons with disturbing pickup in patient load post-Melissa | Lead Stories

Jamaica Jamaica: Dr Christopher Tufton noted that Jamaica is facing the dual challenge of routine seasonal pressures and extraordinary disruption simultaneously. 7

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Gov’t strengthening health system to meet hurricane and flu demands | News

Jamaica Jamaica: Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton responded to Friday’s protests regarding overcrowding at the hospital. 6

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Concerns being ‘aggressively’ addressed as CRH protest ends | Lead Stories

Jamaica Jamaica: Dr Christopher Tufton, minister of health and wellness, emphasized the importance of caregiver involvement in children's healing. 9

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Health Ministry launches programme allowing parents longer stays with children at Bustamante Hospital | News

Jamaica Jamaica: Health Minister Christopher Tufton acknowledged the ongoing repairs contributing to overcrowding at Mandeville Hospital. 6

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Mandeville Hospital under pressure | News