Excerpt from the Jamaica Observer column published on Monday, May 1, 2023
By Jean Lowrie-Chin
You may know her on social media as Andi O, a hilarious commentator. But this is just the way Orelue lets off steam when she is under pressure at the Government Laboratory in downtown Kingston. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she shared with us her sleepless nights as she and her dedicated team collated results islandwide so we could keep track of the numbers.
In observance of Medical Laboratory Professionals Week, the Ministry of Health and Wellness presented several awards, the highest of which went to Orelue. Ironically, while there were photos of the awards ceremony, she had too much work to attend and, therefore, the trophies were taken to her.
The MOHW posted, “It’s a big deal. The Director’s Award goes to @Andi_O. Among the criteria … having a reputation for ethical practice when dealing with the public and demonstrating a track record of mentorship of young professionals within the laboratory field.” We are grateful for your service, Andi, congratulations!
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