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‘Jamaicans eat the big yellow yam’ Mr. Vegas on Jamaica’s Covid-19 Response

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Nyakundi Report

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This archive report was first published on 26 June 2020.

On June 26, 2020, Jamaican reggae artist Mr. Vegas shared his perspective on the island's low Covid-19 numbers, suggesting that the local diet and lifestyle may be contributing factors.

According to Mr. Vegas, Jamaicans' consumption of the 'big yellow yam' is one of the reasons behind the country's relatively low Covid-19 numbers.

Mr. Vegas made these comments in an interview, highlighting the importance of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle in preventing the spread of the virus.

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