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Wellness, healthcare, and public health updates.
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The Pan American Health Organization reports a significant rise in measles cases in the Americas, with over 20,000 confirmed cases this year, highlighting vaccination importance.
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The Ministry of Health and Wellness requires public event organizers to notify the Environmental Health Department for health risk assessments and necessary permits at least 14 days in advance.
The Ministry of Health and Wellness will carry out a fogging exercise in various districts of St James and St Thomas from June 1 to June 5 to control vector populations.
A new nicotine crisis is emerging among Caribbean youth, with many unaware of the addictive nature of vapes, which can negatively impact their mental health and development.
A 31-year-old Russian man, recognized as a UN refugee, struggles as an undocumented migrant in Barbados, relying on discarded food while awaiting a resettlement solution.
CG Zest Wellness has launched its corporate wellness programme in Barbados, enhancing access to health resources for members of the Group Medical Insurance product offered through CG United Insurance Ltd.
