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Barbadians urged to exercise caution amid increase in respiratory illnesses

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November 4, 2026

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Barbadians urged to exercise caution amid increase in respiratory illnesses

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Barbadians are being urged to exercise caution amid an increase in respiratory illnesses, which are causing some people to seek medical attention at the Accident and Emergency Department.

The warning comes from Director of Clinical and Diagnostics, Dr the Most Honourable Corey Forde.

Related coverageQueen Elizabeth Hospital Adds Staff as Patient Surge Strains Emergency Department6 reports

Speaking in his capacity as an infection control specialist, Dr Forde says there is no need for members of the public to panic or become overly concerned about the developing situation.

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