Jamaicans urged to reduce heat exposure
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July 6, 2026
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KINGSTON, Jamaica—The Ministry of Health and Wellness is reminding the public that excessive heat stress is harmful to health and is potentially fatal.
According to the ministry in a press release on Monday, some individuals are at greater risk of being affected by heat.
Among the most vulnerable are the elderly, bedridden people, as well as infants and children younger than six years of age, individuals who are overweight and those with preexisting medical conditions, including diabetes and hypertension.
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