Health & Wellness

Jersey's health minister has pledged to introduce tougher controls on medicinal cannabis prescribing in early 2027, following an inquest that raised concerns about the impact of treatment on a patient's behaviour and death.

Gladys Kiptoo has set a new women’s course record at the Jersey Marathon after completing the race in 2:35:57.

Jersey pensioners are set to receive an annual increase of £734 in their old age pension following the introduction of a 4.7% top-up.

A planning condition attached to the approval of Strive’s proposed luxury hotel in St Peter has been amended to ensure the resulting legal agreement can be complied with.

Islanders are being encouraged to have their blood pressure checked for free as part of a campaign aimed at tackling cardiovascular disease.

A new pilot health clinic for women with polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) in Jersey has been welcomed as an important first step, although campaigners say more support is needed for those living with the condition.

Doctors in Jersey prescribed more than 72,000 medicinal cannabis products in 2025, a 35% increase on the previous year, according to figures obtained through a Freedom of Information request.

A new specialist team has been established in Jersey to provide earlier support to vulnerable teenagers facing challenges including exploitation, going missing, family difficulties and mental health concerns.