Health Ministry ramping up national efforts to reduce leptospirosis cases

Amid growing concerns about water safety in flood-affected communities, the Health Ministry says, it is ramping up national efforts to ensure the best possible protection of public health.

Speaking at a press conference this morning, Portfolio Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton said 371 boxes of chlorine aqua tablets have already been distributed across health regions.

He noted that these efforts are to safeguard communities against water-borne diseases, like leptospirosis.

He also gave the assurance that normality is being restored, noting progress in water-treatment operations and the recent arrival of key supplies to support the recovery effort.

With 65% of sewage plants now operational, Dr. Tufton said health teams are intensifying excreta-disposal assessments in flood-hit communities to reduce health risks.

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Residents of Content and Kirkvine in Manchester warned about returning to area affected by ground water

Amid growing concerns about water safety in flood-affected communities, the Health Ministry says, it is ramping up national efforts to ensure the best possible protection of public health.

Speaking at a press conference this morning, Portfolio Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton said 371 boxes of chlorine aqua tablets have already been distributed across health regions.

He noted that these efforts are to safeguard communities against water-borne diseases, like leptospirosis.

He also gave the assurance that normality is being restored, noting progress in water-treatment operations and the recent arrival of key supplies to support the recovery effort.

With 65% of sewage plants now operational, Dr. Tufton said health teams are intensifying excreta-disposal assessments in flood-hit communities to reduce health risks.

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Miss Universe Jamaica 2025 Dr. Gabrielle Henry in good health and nearing discharge following fall in Thailand

Amid growing concerns about water safety in flood-affected communities, the Health Ministry says, it is ramping up national efforts to ensure the best possible protection of public health.

Speaking at a press conference this morning, Portfolio Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton said 371 boxes of chlorine aqua tablets have already been distributed across health regions.

He noted that these efforts are to safeguard communities against water-borne diseases, like leptospirosis.

He also gave the assurance that normality is being restored, noting progress in water-treatment operations and the recent arrival of key supplies to support the recovery effort.

With 65% of sewage plants now operational, Dr. Tufton said health teams are intensifying excreta-disposal assessments in flood-hit communities to reduce health risks.

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Information Minister says road clearing and communication network restoration efforts steadily advancing

Amid growing concerns about water safety in flood-affected communities, the Health Ministry says, it is ramping up national efforts to ensure the best possible protection of public health.

Speaking at a press conference this morning, Portfolio Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton said 371 boxes of chlorine aqua tablets have already been distributed across health regions.

He noted that these efforts are to safeguard communities against water-borne diseases, like leptospirosis.

He also gave the assurance that normality is being restored, noting progress in water-treatment operations and the recent arrival of key supplies to support the recovery effort.

With 65% of sewage plants now operational, Dr. Tufton said health teams are intensifying excreta-disposal assessments in flood-hit communities to reduce health risks.

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239 schools severely damaged by Hurricane Melissa 

Amid growing concerns about water safety in flood-affected communities, the Health Ministry says, it is ramping up national efforts to ensure the best possible protection of public health.

Speaking at a press conference this morning, Portfolio Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton said 371 boxes of chlorine aqua tablets have already been distributed across health regions.

He noted that these efforts are to safeguard communities against water-borne diseases, like leptospirosis.

He also gave the assurance that normality is being restored, noting progress in water-treatment operations and the recent arrival of key supplies to support the recovery effort.

With 65% of sewage plants now operational, Dr. Tufton said health teams are intensifying excreta-disposal assessments in flood-hit communities to reduce health risks.

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Healthcare workers urged to prepare to respond to persons at risk of interpersonal and gender-based violence following hurricane

Amid growing concerns about water safety in flood-affected communities, the Health Ministry says, it is ramping up national efforts to ensure the best possible protection of public health.

Speaking at a press conference this morning, Portfolio Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton said 371 boxes of chlorine aqua tablets have already been distributed across health regions.

He noted that these efforts are to safeguard communities against water-borne diseases, like leptospirosis.

He also gave the assurance that normality is being restored, noting progress in water-treatment operations and the recent arrival of key supplies to support the recovery effort.

With 65% of sewage plants now operational, Dr. Tufton said health teams are intensifying excreta-disposal assessments in flood-hit communities to reduce health risks.

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Physical damage suffered from Hurricane Melissa amounts to US$8.8 billion

Amid growing concerns about water safety in flood-affected communities, the Health Ministry says, it is ramping up national efforts to ensure the best possible protection of public health.

Speaking at a press conference this morning, Portfolio Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton said 371 boxes of chlorine aqua tablets have already been distributed across health regions.

He noted that these efforts are to safeguard communities against water-borne diseases, like leptospirosis.

He also gave the assurance that normality is being restored, noting progress in water-treatment operations and the recent arrival of key supplies to support the recovery effort.

With 65% of sewage plants now operational, Dr. Tufton said health teams are intensifying excreta-disposal assessments in flood-hit communities to reduce health risks.

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Three men fatally shot by police on Mandela Highway

Amid growing concerns about water safety in flood-affected communities, the Health Ministry says, it is ramping up national efforts to ensure the best possible protection of public health.

Speaking at a press conference this morning, Portfolio Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton said 371 boxes of chlorine aqua tablets have already been distributed across health regions.

He noted that these efforts are to safeguard communities against water-borne diseases, like leptospirosis.

He also gave the assurance that normality is being restored, noting progress in water-treatment operations and the recent arrival of key supplies to support the recovery effort.

With 65% of sewage plants now operational, Dr. Tufton said health teams are intensifying excreta-disposal assessments in flood-hit communities to reduce health risks.

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Bankers Association contributes $5M to PSOJ’s Hurricane Melissa relief effort

Amid growing concerns about water safety in flood-affected communities, the Health Ministry says, it is ramping up national efforts to ensure the best possible protection of public health.

Speaking at a press conference this morning, Portfolio Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton said 371 boxes of chlorine aqua tablets have already been distributed across health regions.

He noted that these efforts are to safeguard communities against water-borne diseases, like leptospirosis.

He also gave the assurance that normality is being restored, noting progress in water-treatment operations and the recent arrival of key supplies to support the recovery effort.

With 65% of sewage plants now operational, Dr. Tufton said health teams are intensifying excreta-disposal assessments in flood-hit communities to reduce health risks.

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Guyana commits to rebuilding 200 Jamaican roofs post-Hurricane Melissa

Amid growing concerns about water safety in flood-affected communities, the Health Ministry says, it is ramping up national efforts to ensure the best possible protection of public health.

Speaking at a press conference this morning, Portfolio Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton said 371 boxes of chlorine aqua tablets have already been distributed across health regions.

He noted that these efforts are to safeguard communities against water-borne diseases, like leptospirosis.

He also gave the assurance that normality is being restored, noting progress in water-treatment operations and the recent arrival of key supplies to support the recovery effort.

With 65% of sewage plants now operational, Dr. Tufton said health teams are intensifying excreta-disposal assessments in flood-hit communities to reduce health risks.

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