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Barbadians report increased respiratory ailments and allergies due to Sahara dust. Demand for antihistamines rises, but medications remain available. Concerns raised by medical professionals over uptick in health issues.
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$10,000 reward offered by Tobago House of Assembly for finding shark that attacked British tourist at Turtle Beach. Victim in stable condition after prompt rescue and medical care. Beach closures in effect.
Norovirus outbreak at Stuttgart spring festival affects over 800 people. Virus likely spread person-to-person, not linked to food or drink. Marquee disinfected, no hygiene breaches found.
Dr. Dawn Alleyne proposes a Sahara dust warning system to aid Barbadians with asthma amid rising diagnoses in their 40s and 50s. Increased dust events due to climate change prompt this call.
Britain’s King Charles III to resume public duties after cancer treatment, visiting a cancer treatment center with Queen Camilla. No further details on his condition shared. Royal couple to host Japanese Emperor in June.
