Herbert Eldemire
Herbert Eldemire (born October 16, 1930 , † May 20, 2010 in Montego Bay , St. James ) was a Jamaican politician ( JLP ). He was Jamaica's Minister of Health from 1962 to 1972 .
Life
Eldemire was a medical professional and ran a practice in Montego Bay for over 40 years.
He was Jamaican Minister of Health from 1962 to 1972. Eldemire pioneered the development of the health system immediately after the country gained independence . One of the most significant advances during his tenure was the introduction of the National Family Planning Program . He also campaigned for the development of medical infrastructure, such as the Cornwall Regional Hospital and the School of Nursing.
From 1967 to 1972 he was also Executive Chairman ( Chairman ) of the Jamaica Labor Party. In 1976 Eldemire was elected a third time into the House of Representatives and was a member of the parliament as a member of the opposition until 1980.
Eldemire was married and had four children. His daughter Denise Eldemire-Shearer was married to Hugh Shearer , who was Prime Minister from 1967 to 1972.
Web links
- Office of the Prime Minister on the death of Herbert Eldemire
- Eldemire lauded as a 'great man' by Noel Thompson, Jamaica Gleaner on June 4, 2010
Individual evidence
- ↑ Edward Seaga - Tribute to Hugh Lawson Shearer ( Memento of the original from October 6, 2011 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. (Accessed October 30, 2010)
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| SURNAME | Eldemire, Herbert |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Jamaican politician (JLP) |
| DATE OF BIRTH | October 16, 1930 |
| DATE OF DEATH | May 20, 2010 |
| Place of death | Montego Bay , Jamaica |