Opposition Spokesperson on Health and Wellness, Dr. Alfred Dawes, is urging Jamaicans to check in with their loved ones and colleagues about their mental wellness.

His call follows a number of suicides across the island in recent weeks.

Dr. Dawes is calling on Jamaicans to look out for one another.

Noting a simple conversation can save a life, Dr. Dawes said if anyone notices someone struggling, they should not hesitate to perform a wellness check.

He is also urging individuals who may be struggling to reach out for help.