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Jamaica: Churchgoers encouraged to practise social distancing
#KINGSTON, March 14 (JIS): Ministers, pastors and church leaders are being advised to encourage churchgoers to practise social distancing, in order to prevent the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19)
Principal Medical Officer, National Epidemiologist, Ministry of Health and Wellness, Dr. Karen Webster-Kerr, told JIS News that pastors should inform their congregation about the need to practise social distancing, which keeps people from interacting closely or frequently enough to spread an infectious disease.
“We would recommend that persons keep a safe distance, at least one metre (three feet between yourself and anyone), especially if you are not from the same household,” she said.
Dr. Webster-Kerr is also recommending that persons avoid touching their eyes, nose and mouth.
“If you are coughing or having any respiratory symptoms, then you really shouldn’t be at church, but if by chance you cough, you should cover your nose and mouth with a tissue and then wash your hands, and that may not be likely if you are at church, so we recommend you use an alcohol-based sanitiser with at least 62 per cent of alcohol,” she said.
Additionally, she said that members of the congregation should also have access to alcohol-based hand sanitisers in the church.
“We would recommend that ministers and pastors share with the congregation how to prevent the spread of COVID-19, so that persons will act responsibly and with knowledge,” she said, adding that information on COVID-19 is available on the Ministry’s website: www.moh.gov.jm.
Principal Medical Officer, National Epidemiologist, Ministry of Health and Wellness, Dr. Karen Webster-Kerr.
“All of this has to do with good hygiene, and if we practise good hygiene, then many diseases would be decreased,” she emphasised.
The Principal Medical Officer is also advising that all surfaces should be wiped before and after church services, to ensure that there are no fomites, a substance that is capable of transmitting infectious organisms from one individual to another.
“We suggest that you wipe down the areas, especially those that are often touched, with at least 62 per cent alcohol, and areas that can be wiped down with soap and water and bleach – those can be used as well,” she added.
She said that air-conditioning units and filters should be washed, as well as carpets shampooed or vacuumed weekly.
JIS NEWS by E. HARTMAN RECKORD
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Paid internship opportunity in Energy Data Collection, Application DEADLINE is April 19
April 19, 2024 – The Caribbean Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (CCREEE) in cooperation with the Energy and Utilities Department (EUD), Ministry of Public Safety and Utilities (MPSU), is looking for a motivated intern to work in close collaboration with regional and national institutions to survey and collect energy-related data that will be used to create the Energy Report Cards (ERCs) for the Turks and Caicos Islands. A stipend for the intern will be provided by CCREEE.
The intern will be based at the EUD/MPSU. The internship program will provide students and/or young professionals with a unique opportunity to work with the energy sector institutions and stakeholders in TCI, gain practical experience in the energy sector, and contribute to the knowledge management functions of the Regional Energy Information System within the CARICOM Energy Knowledge Hub (CEKH).
SCOPE OF WORK
The CCREEE in collaboration with the EUD/MPSU will collect specified data and information that will be used to develop the TCI Energy Report Cards which will be made accessible through the CARICOM Energy Knowledge Hub (CEKH). The hub may be accessed by registering at https://cekh.ccreee.org. The Energy Report Cards will also offer important support to the CCREEE work program, including support for energy planning and the development of sustainable energy projects.
DESIRED PROFILE
- Bachelor’s degree or on course for completion of one by December 2024.
- Interest in the energy sector and willingness to learn about the socio-economic, technical and environmental aspects of the energy landscape; studies in sustainable energy, environmental sciences or related fields are an asset but not a National or resident of one of the relevant countries.
- Proficiency in English.
INTERNSHIP TIMEFRAME
The internship will run for a period of eight (8) weeks from May 27 to July 19, 2024.
APPLICATION
The intern applicant should send their application (motivation letter and CV) on or before April 19, 2024 to recruitment@ccreee.org and copy eud@gov.tc.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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