Tag: yellow fever

Dengue fever outbreak declared in Jamaica – don’t take it lightly, especially children under 14 years

September 23, 2023

Dengue fever is really not to be taken lightly. It is a frightening tropical disease. Once you have had it, you will know that it should be avoided at all costs. I had it about 20 years ago, and cannot say it was “mild.” My fever was so high I had hallucinations for a short … More Dengue fever outbreak declared in Jamaica – don’t take it lightly, especially children under 14 years

A Letter to the Editor from WMW Jamaica on the Riverton Dump Fire

August 1, 2018

The fire is not yet out, and many Kingston residents continue to suffer tonight. Firefighters continue to work on subduing and containing the fire, which is now in its third day. WMW Jamaica (formerly Women’s Media Watch, and celebrating its 30th anniversary this year) has written a letter to the Editor regarding the health impacts of … More A Letter to the Editor from WMW Jamaica on the Riverton Dump Fire

There Are No Cases of Yellow Fever in Jamaica

May 16, 2018

This week is Caribbean Mosquito Awareness Week. We never used to worry too much about these dangerous little creatures (of which the female is, in fact, deadlier than the male) – until the Chikungunya virus (Chik V) and the Zika virus came along, riding on the climate change wave. Dengue fever has always been around, … More There Are No Cases of Yellow Fever in Jamaica

Heading for Rio? Here’s Important Advice for Jamaicans

July 21, 2016

The Olympics are coming up fast. Excitement is building for the track events, especially among Jamaicans. We have a formidable team heading down south to the beautiful city of Rio de Janeiro. As with all travels, you need to be prepared. If you are going to Rio, please take note of the following guidelines and information … More Heading for Rio? Here’s Important Advice for Jamaicans

“Taxperity,” Life on Planet Poor – and A Surprise Visitor: Saturday, May 21, 2016

May 22, 2016

What a strange week it’s been – perhaps because I have not been feeling well. I believe I may I have had a touch of Zika (or a recurrence of chikungunya?) I get the feeling these nasty mosquito-borne diseases are overlapping. I seem to get them all! So please, people, take care out there. I … More “Taxperity,” Life on Planet Poor – and A Surprise Visitor: Saturday, May 21, 2016