More inspections to be conducted at schools to check for mosquito breeding sites, amid surge in dengue cases

More inspections will be conducted at schools this month to ensure that mosquito breeding sites are eradicated.

This, as part of efforts to curb the increase in dengue cases in the country.

Health Minister, Dr. Christopher Tufton revealed at a press conference yesterday, that as at September 11, Jamaica had recorded over 300 suspected, presumed and confirmed cases of the virus.

This is almost 5 times the 65 cases recorded last year.

Noting a rise in cases among people aged 5 to 14 years, Dr. Tufton said vulnerable areas, such as schools are being targetted, to reduce the risks.

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The country is seeing an increase in the number of suspected dengue cases

More inspections will be conducted at schools this month to ensure that mosquito breeding sites are eradicated.

This, as part of efforts to curb the increase in dengue cases in the country.

Health Minister, Dr. Christopher Tufton revealed at a press conference yesterday, that as at September 11, Jamaica had recorded over 300 suspected, presumed and confirmed cases of the virus.

This is almost 5 times the 65 cases recorded last year.

Noting a rise in cases among people aged 5 to 14 years, Dr. Tufton said vulnerable areas, such as schools are being targetted, to reduce the risks.

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MP blames Westmoreland taxi protests on external forces

More inspections will be conducted at schools this month to ensure that mosquito breeding sites are eradicated.

This, as part of efforts to curb the increase in dengue cases in the country.

Health Minister, Dr. Christopher Tufton revealed at a press conference yesterday, that as at September 11, Jamaica had recorded over 300 suspected, presumed and confirmed cases of the virus.

This is almost 5 times the 65 cases recorded last year.

Noting a rise in cases among people aged 5 to 14 years, Dr. Tufton said vulnerable areas, such as schools are being targetted, to reduce the risks.

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Counselling sessions continue today for nurses at May Pen Hospital, following Sunday’s attack on one of their colleagues

More inspections will be conducted at schools this month to ensure that mosquito breeding sites are eradicated.

This, as part of efforts to curb the increase in dengue cases in the country.

Health Minister, Dr. Christopher Tufton revealed at a press conference yesterday, that as at September 11, Jamaica had recorded over 300 suspected, presumed and confirmed cases of the virus.

This is almost 5 times the 65 cases recorded last year.

Noting a rise in cases among people aged 5 to 14 years, Dr. Tufton said vulnerable areas, such as schools are being targetted, to reduce the risks.

Read More

Taxi operators in Westmoreland withdraw service for second day, leaving students and other commuters stranded

More inspections will be conducted at schools this month to ensure that mosquito breeding sites are eradicated.

This, as part of efforts to curb the increase in dengue cases in the country.

Health Minister, Dr. Christopher Tufton revealed at a press conference yesterday, that as at September 11, Jamaica had recorded over 300 suspected, presumed and confirmed cases of the virus.

This is almost 5 times the 65 cases recorded last year.

Noting a rise in cases among people aged 5 to 14 years, Dr. Tufton said vulnerable areas, such as schools are being targetted, to reduce the risks.

Read More

Westmoreland Western MP, Morland Wilson concerned over number of students affected due to protests by taxi operators

More inspections will be conducted at schools this month to ensure that mosquito breeding sites are eradicated.

This, as part of efforts to curb the increase in dengue cases in the country.

Health Minister, Dr. Christopher Tufton revealed at a press conference yesterday, that as at September 11, Jamaica had recorded over 300 suspected, presumed and confirmed cases of the virus.

This is almost 5 times the 65 cases recorded last year.

Noting a rise in cases among people aged 5 to 14 years, Dr. Tufton said vulnerable areas, such as schools are being targetted, to reduce the risks.

Read More

JUST IN: Taxi operators in Westmoreland withdraw service for second day over poor roads

More inspections will be conducted at schools this month to ensure that mosquito breeding sites are eradicated.

This, as part of efforts to curb the increase in dengue cases in the country.

Health Minister, Dr. Christopher Tufton revealed at a press conference yesterday, that as at September 11, Jamaica had recorded over 300 suspected, presumed and confirmed cases of the virus.

This is almost 5 times the 65 cases recorded last year.

Noting a rise in cases among people aged 5 to 14 years, Dr. Tufton said vulnerable areas, such as schools are being targetted, to reduce the risks.

Read More

$500,000 reward offered for mother/daughter missing in Kingston

More inspections will be conducted at schools this month to ensure that mosquito breeding sites are eradicated.

This, as part of efforts to curb the increase in dengue cases in the country.

Health Minister, Dr. Christopher Tufton revealed at a press conference yesterday, that as at September 11, Jamaica had recorded over 300 suspected, presumed and confirmed cases of the virus.

This is almost 5 times the 65 cases recorded last year.

Noting a rise in cases among people aged 5 to 14 years, Dr. Tufton said vulnerable areas, such as schools are being targetted, to reduce the risks.

Read More

Opposition Spokesman on Transport implores public passenger operators, especially those carrying children to execute duties with utmost care.

More inspections will be conducted at schools this month to ensure that mosquito breeding sites are eradicated.

This, as part of efforts to curb the increase in dengue cases in the country.

Health Minister, Dr. Christopher Tufton revealed at a press conference yesterday, that as at September 11, Jamaica had recorded over 300 suspected, presumed and confirmed cases of the virus.

This is almost 5 times the 65 cases recorded last year.

Noting a rise in cases among people aged 5 to 14 years, Dr. Tufton said vulnerable areas, such as schools are being targetted, to reduce the risks.

Read More

Gov’t facilitated safe return of 36 Haitians who landed in Portland on Saturday

More inspections will be conducted at schools this month to ensure that mosquito breeding sites are eradicated.

This, as part of efforts to curb the increase in dengue cases in the country.

Health Minister, Dr. Christopher Tufton revealed at a press conference yesterday, that as at September 11, Jamaica had recorded over 300 suspected, presumed and confirmed cases of the virus.

This is almost 5 times the 65 cases recorded last year.

Noting a rise in cases among people aged 5 to 14 years, Dr. Tufton said vulnerable areas, such as schools are being targetted, to reduce the risks.

Read More