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Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
Aid efforts in Jamaica are struggling to reach communities devastated by Hurricane Melissa, the strongest storm in the country's history, with many residents still isolated, lacking basic necessities, and facing a slow government response amid widespread destruction and loss of life.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by WKTV
A fox in Westmoreland tested positive for rabies, leading to two people receiving post-exposure treatment; residents are advised to watch for rabies symptoms in animals and avoid contact.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Jamaica Gleaner
The Westmoreland Health Department is urging residents to protect themselves from heat-related illnesses as the region experiences higher-than-normal temperatures. The combination of high temperatures and prolonged sun exposure can pose serious health risks, especially for vulnerable populations. Symptoms of heat stress include tiredness, headache, dizziness, and muscle cramps. The health department has issued guidelines, including staying hydrated, dressing appropriately, seeking shade, using sunscreen, taking breaks, and monitoring children. Residents are advised to stay updated on weather forecasts and adhere to the guidelines provided.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Jamaica Observer
The health department in Westmoreland, Jamaica, has detected three cases of viral conjunctivitis (pink eye) in the Negril health district. While there is no outbreak at this time, the department is urging residents to take precautions to prevent an outbreak. Measures include washing hands regularly, limiting handshakes, and wearing eye protection when exposed to wind, dust, heat or sun to avoid irritation. Pink eye is highly contagious, and the infection can be spread by touching/rubbing the eyes with dirty hands or sharing objects such as eye drops, contact lenses, towel/handkerchief and makeup.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Jamaica Gleaner
The Westmoreland Health Department has confirmed three cases of viral conjunctivitis (pink eye) in the Negril health district, urging residents to take precautions to prevent an outbreak. The health department has notified stakeholders and conducted sensitisation activities to boost awareness. Pink eye is highly contagious and can be spread by touching/rubbing the eyes with dirty hands or sharing objects such as eye drops, contact lenses, towel/handkerchief and makeup. Symptoms include redness and watery eyes, itchy and/or burning eyes, grainy feeling in the eyes and hypersensitivity to light.