Greater food safety is the goal of a new project recently launched in Jamaica by the Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ). The two-year activity will seek to provide BSJ’s subsidiary the National Certification Body of Jamaica (NCBJ) with capacity building resources to assist and strengthen the country’s production of safe food products for local consumption and export. Funded by the European Union (EU) and managed by the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) the Certification Services by the National Certification Body of Jamaica Project will build capacity at the NCBJ to offer globally accepted testing and certification support in food safety management. The initiative will also train a cadre of persons locally to supervise existing food safety systems to maintain compliance with export requirements. Safer food production and increased exports to new and existing markets are the anticipated results. Mr. Daniel Best, Director, Projects Department, CDB at the launch stated that, “these activities are part of our efforts to increase competitiveness and agricultural productivity by enabling increased market access. This is being achieved with the provision of the requisite infrastructure to enable efficient agricultural value chains recognising its potential to tackle income insecurity. The intent, in that regard, is to expand businesses’ access to new markets and diversify their existing products in order to increase sales and revenue.”
Minister of Industry, Investment & Commerce, Hon. Audley Shaw while advocating for Jamaica to produce its way to prosperity, cited the impact of the project on the country’s Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) which he indicated would open doors in CARICOM and ease their navigation of trade barriers. According to the Minister, “the spin-offs…are job creation and increased brand visibility for Jamaica as our MSMEs penetrate new markets and deepen their footholds in others armed with certificates confirming that Jamaican goods and services are of a high quality and meet international market requirements.” Good morning to all, A decrease in cloud cover is forecast from this afternoon across Saint Vincent and the Grenadines as the shearline gradually moves southwards. Saturday will be fair to occasionally cloudy with isolated showers, while Sunday is forecast to be cloudy and hazy with a few shallow showers. An improvement in showers is anticipated as the day progresses. Early morning showers are possible around Monday. Winds will generally be between east north east and east at approximately 20km/h- 35km/h during the next 72 hours period. Seas will be slight to moderate in open waters with northerly swells peaking at 1.0m on the eastern coasts and 2.0m on the western coasts. In addition, there will be slight haze intrusion around Saturday night, intensifying as the weekend progresses, possibly reducing air quality to moderate. Current Conditions: Partly cloudy Winds: East Northeast at 20 km/h or 13 mph Temperature: 25.5 °C Relative Humidity: 78 % Barometric Pressure: 1013.6 mb 24 Hour Rainfall: 0.2 mm Sunrise: 6:08 am Sunset: 6:15 pm An increase in shower activity is likely across Saint Vincent and the Grenadines from tonight as a low level trough begins to affect the region. Cloudy skies and showers are forecast for Thursday with partly cloudy to cloudy skies and occasional showers forecast for Friday. Fair to partly cloudy conditions are anticipated around Friday night into Saturday. There will be a reduction in wind speeds tonight to approximately 15km/h-30km/h, becoming occasionally fresh 20km/h-40km/h during Thursday and Friday. Wins will blow predominantly from the east north east, becoming easterly on occasions (ENE-E). Moderate wind speeds (15km/h-30km/h) are forecast around Saturday morning. Seas will be slight to moderate in open waters, with swells peaking at 1.0m on the western coasts, and 2.0m on the eastern coasts. A deterioration will take place from Thursday afternoon with swells peaking at 1.5m on the western coasts, and 2.5m on the eastern coasts. Small craft operators and sea bathers should exercise caution during this time. An improvement will take place around Saturday. In addition, there will be no significant haze intrusion within this forecast period.
Forecast Period: 12:00 noon Thursday, 4th March, 2021 to 6:00 p m Thurs day, 4th March, 2021 Synopsis: A low level trough is affecting the islands Forecast: Mostly cloudy and breezy at times, with light rain and showers Weather Advisory/Warning: None Winds: Easterly at 20 – 40 km/h (12 – 25 mph) Sea Conditions: Slight to moderate in open water; east north-easterly swells (1.5 – 2.5 m) Marine Advisory: Small craft operators and sea bathers should exercise caution Upcoming Tides High:10:43 pm Low: 04:05 pm Sunrise: 6:19 am Sunset: 6:14 pm Service provided by the Government's Meteorological Office at the Argyle International Airport - Argyle
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday 19, 2021 Contact: Permanent Secretary Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines The Meteorological Services at the Argyle International Airport has advised that a plume of Saharan dust is approaching St. Vincent and the Grenadines, and is anticipated to begin affecting the nation from late Saturday February 20th and intensifying early Sunday, February 21st. The maps tracking this Saharan dust plume show particle matter (PM) 2.5 and 10 respectively both indicating concentrations exceeding the accepted health level according to the Air Quality Index Chart. Based on the latest forecast, SVG will be at the Orange Level which is “unhealthy for sensitive groups” from Saturday to early Tuesday February 23rd. Gradual improvement can be expected on late Tuesday. The Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment wishes to advise the general public that particles contained within the Saharan dust haze could cause the following health effects: a dry cough sore throat itchy, watery eyes sneezing runny nose The anticipated concentrations of the Saharan dust may severely affect persons with respiratory diseases such as asthma and persons with pre-existing heart disease. The elderly and children are also vulnerable at this time. Persons with respiratory issues and allergies are asked keep with them at all times any and all medications, including asthma inhalers, in case of emergency. Persons should limit their exposure to the Saharan dust by staying indoors when possible or wearing a dust mask if they must go outdoors. Affected persons should seek medical attention at their nearest health care center if they experience severe symptoms as a result of increasing levels of Saharan dust. ### The words 'clean' or 'sterile' frequently strike a chord when we consider Hospitals however it very well may be more fitting to change those to ones like 'microbes' and 'superbugs'. Different examinations have been made throughout the years to attempt to decide the degree of bacterial tainting on a habitually contacted object, be it by patients, guests or medical care laborers themselves and furthermore the expected danger of cross-pollution these surfaces present.
Things, for example, entryway handles, biometric participation gadgets, railings, water coolers and phones have been tried and each time bacterial tainting has been found to exist. From these outcomes, we can presume that there should be upgrades to the degree of hand cleanliness medical care laborers and generally contacted surfaces ought to be cleaned/sterilized on a more successive premise. Want to get your hands on the newest DOOGEE S88 Plus but don’t have the pocket money? Worry not for we have got you covered. A total of five (5) A total of five (5) S88 Plus handsets are up for grabs in our ongoing giveaway . Click here to enter the lucky draw. Today is the last day of the S88 Plus Ultra Low Price Interactive. The S88 Plus is an upgrade to the S88 PRO, our flagship phone, which is a top-end phone.If you don't want to miss out on getting the S88 Plus at a super low price, just click on the link to add to cart. About DOOGEE Hengtong Technology Co., Ltd Visit website DOOGEE is an innovative company in the telecommunications sector that was first established in Spain in March 2013, but headquartered in Shenzhen, and known for manufacturing strong and powerful smartphones with beautiful design and good specifications, smart operations, and "micro-innovations". The company's slogan is "Live Your Life" by providing fashionable devices with the latest technologies so we can enjoy our lives. Contact: [email protected] https://www.doogee.cc Headquarters: Block 7, Dawei Business Center, Longhua District, Shenzhen The DOOGEE TeamPROTOCOL FOR THE ENTRY OF TRAVELLERS TO ST. VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES – revised 28/01/20216/2/2021 AIM: The safe entry of travellers to St. Vincent and the Grenadines in a manner that reduces the risk of the importation and subsequent transmission of COVID-19 in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. OBJECTIVES:
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The Atlantic High Pressure System is the dominant feature, with moderate to fresh (‘~25 – 40 km/h) east north-easterly trades across our islands occasionally becoming strong (‘near 50 km/h) during night-time. Fair conditions could be interrupted by pulses in the wind-flow, bringing patches of low-level clouds with a few scattered showers across St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG).
Small craft-operators and sea-bathers should exercise caution for above normal sea-swells and occasional gusty winds...Moderate sea-conditions with north-easterly sea-swells are across our islands. Swell directions may vary between north-easterly and easterly, ranging 1.5 to 1.8 m on western coasts and near 2.5 m on eastern coasts of SVG. 5 Hygiene Habits to Teach Your Children
Good hygiene is one of those things some kids pick up on naturally. For others, it’s a long (and sometimes painstaking) process of remembering to keep up good hygiene habits. It takes a lot of practice and reminding before those good habits really sink in. But when you tally up the health benefits of good hygiene, it’s worth it in the end — no matter how much cajoling the parents have to do.
The other thing about hygiene — it’s easy to fall into a pattern and forget about good habits altogether. With the busy lives of parents and children, we sometimes lose track of what good hygiene actually is, and how we can in-still excellent habits in our children.
1. Hand washing
Frequent hand washing is the biggest and most important hygiene habit out there. If a child’s hands are consistently clean, it makes things a lot safer and healthier for everyone — including your child! Keep the soap coming and in-still good hand washing habits in your kids. They’ll thank you for it later! 2. Brushing and flossing Dental hygiene is one of the most important areas of overall medical hygiene — that’s why dentistry is a whole separate field of medicine! Teaching your kids how to brush and floss properly, and in line with ADA recommendations, is an indispensable skill. 3. Trim and clean fingernails Dirty and bacteria love to hang out under the fingernails of curious, rambunctious kids. Instilling good habits with fingernail hygiene, and teaching kids how to clean and trim their nails when appropriate (carefully, without hurting themselves), is a great goal for parents to have.
4. Washroom etiquette
Making sure your child has good washroom etiquette is another indispensable skill that will be useful for their whole life. On the other hand, improper etiquette can lead to various health problems, and make public spaces less sanitary. 5. Regular bathing Regular bathing with good quality soap is one of the most basic ways to stay healthy and prevent illness. It also helps people of all ages to feel great! But kids are busy creatures, and they often don’t like to bathe because it slows them down. Teaching them to be disciplined about taking a bath — and learning to enjoy it — is a healthy habit that will last a lifetime. The benefits of good hygiene From preventing the spread of cold/flu (and other viruses) to maintaining a good personal appearance and respecting common spaces, excellent hygiene habits make a real difference in the lives of people, no matter their age. That’s why it’s such a great idea to in-still strong hygiene habits in your kids early. They may not thank you right now, but they will eventually!
If you want more ideas on how to in-still good hygiene habits in your kids, and what the benefits really are, check with your local urgent care centre during your next routine visit. Remember, urgent care is a convenient option for non-life threatening medical situations (no appointments and short waits), while offering the highest level of professional medical care.
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