 The year 2020 has been a very challenging and unprecedented time for us all, particularly for the health sector, in ensuring we respond adequately and effectively to COVID-19 and at the same time continue the provision of health care to all persons in all communities. The Department of Health and Wellness, through its 32 wellness centres, polyclinic and district hospitals, was able to continue its health care services in ensuring that persons who needed the most, such as persons with chronic diseases, the elderly, persons with disabilities, women in their pregnancy, and after-birth, and the children. We applaud all persons who have been following the COVID-19 protocols while accessing health care at the primary care facilities, and urge you to continue doing so during the course of this pandemic. Taking personal responsibility in exercising all the public health measures, in keeping yourself, your families, and loved ones safe and in good health, remains paramount in keeping the COVID-19 virus at bay and breaking the chain of virus transmission, thereby reducing the number of cases in country. The Department of Health and Wellness urges everyone to continue accessing health care at all of our wellness centres during the Christmas season, which will be opened except on Christmas Day, Christmas Holiday, New Year's Day, and New Year's Holiday. However, the grocery-lay, denry, and souffle hospitals will remain open to serve you during the holidays. The respiratory clinics open in hours for persons with respiratory symptoms and persons needing a PCR test for travel are as follows. Grocery respiratory clinic from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Christmas Day and New Year's Day and on Sunday, December 27th. It will be closed on Christmas Holiday and New Year's Holiday. Viewport and Leclery respiratory clinics from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Christmas Holiday and New Year's Holiday. Persons are encouraged to call the health care provider at the Wellness Centre for an appointment or to discuss any health concerns they may have. Remember to stock up on all health essentials such as medicines, medical supplies, and other health essentials so you can effectively manage your health condition and reduce any worsening or becoming severely ill during the holidays. Additionally, for good health, maintain a healthy diet, include lots of fruits and vegetables, drink plenty water, exercise, and limit the consumption of alcohol. During the festive season, the Department of Health encourages you to take all precautionary and necessary measures to avoid becoming infected with the COVID-19 virus. Spend quality time with your family and whether it be in the home or virtual. This will help in relieving the pressures and improve your mental health. A good mental health translates to good physical health. The Department of Health and Wellness wishes all staff of the primary wellness centres and the general public a safe and enjoyable holiday season and hoping for a more prosperous and merrier 2021.