KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Ministry of Health and Wellness has reassured the public that Jamaica remains free of Ebola cases, while confirming that eight travellers have been placed under mandatory self-quarantine in line with established public health protocols.

The ministry said the individuals were identified through enhanced surveillance measures at the country’s ports of entry after travelling from, or transiting through, Ebola-affected countries within the past 21 days.

According to the ministry, the eight passengers arrived on several flights into Jamaica and were screened by health officials at airport health desks. Following counselling, they were placed under mandatory self-quarantine and are being monitored by their respective local health departments.