Karen Webster Kerr
Dr. Karen Webster Kerr is a prominent Jamaican medical officer and national epidemiologist, currently serving as the principal medical officer in the Ministry of Health and Wellness. She has been actively involved in addressing public health issues, particularly in the aftermath of disasters, and has recently reported on the rise of leptospirosis cases following Hurricane Melissa.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamaica | 3 | 6.67 | 0.32% | +10% | 2,961,167 | 10,507 | $15,000 | 53$ |
| Totals | 3 | 2,961,167 | 10,507 | $15,000 | 53$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Jamaica:
National epidemiologist Dr Karen Webster-Kerr noted that men account for approximately 84 per cent of all reported cases.
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Jamaica:
National epidemiologist Dr Karen Webster Kerr reported that Jamaica’s leptospirosis death toll has risen to 14.
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Jamaica:
Dr Karen Webster-Kerr explained that there has been an increase in injuries to persons since the hurricane and she encouraged persons to get vaccinated against tetanus.
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Jamaica:
Dr Karen Webster Kerr reported that St James has the highest number of leptospirosis cases.
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Jamaica:
Dr Karen Webster Kerr is the principal medical officer and national epidemiologist reporting on leptospirosis cases.
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