Parents urged to secure household chemicals to prevent accidental poisoning
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June 15, 2026
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WESTMORELAND, Jamaica — The Westmoreland Health Department is imploring parents and caregivers to take extra precautions to protect children from accidental poisoning during the upcoming summer break.
The call comes as statistics are showing a high number of cases of poisoning among children in western Jamaica.
Health Promotion and Education Officer for Westmoreland, Gerald Miller, said that the issue remains a significant public health concern.
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