The curtain came down on the highly anticipated annual NCB Insurance ProCare Men's Health Week, ending with hundreds of men, women and children participating in a fun-filled Family Day Festival that featured rich information, healthy diet options...
Recently, I witnessed a bus in front of me collide with a motorcar that swerved into its path. A few seconds separated my vehicle from being a part of that accident.The driver of the bus and a front-seat passenger were trapped inside but were stable...
When you reflect on your childhood, what do you remember? Are there positive memories or encounters that you simply wish to forget? And have you ever considered the kind of effects they may be having on your life as an adult? Your childhood...
Today, we look at understanding the factors that make black skin and hair unique, which can then provide guidance regarding how to best care for skin and hair in individuals of African descent.Here's a list of unique features of black skin and hair:...
As a faith-based nation, we understand the inevitability of death, but how many of us know the road to death does not have to be painful? For your appointment this week, we take a close look at a targeted kind of care known as palliative care....
The Heart Institute of the Caribbean (HIC) has announced the opening of an ultra-modern, fully equipped cardiac intensive care unit (ICU) dedicated to the care of heart patients.The six-bed, high-acuity unit at HIC, which is scheduled to be open to...
The University of the West Indies (UWI) in February unveiled the Caribbean Institute for Health Research (CAIHR), which health professionals and policymakers were familiar with as the Tropical Medicine Research Institute (TMRI)."TMRI has an...
As various nations continue their Black History celebrations in February, one focus that is often overlooked is the contributions of black scientists and technologists. Their contributions, which are most times expensive, challenging and time-...
The Government has allocated $744.22 million to support the National HIV-AIDS response in Jamaica.Details are given in the 2017-18 Estimates of Expenditure now before the House of Representatives.The objective of the project is to reduce AIDS-...
'Condom + Another Contraceptive = #UltimateProtection' is the theme for this year's Safer Sex Week - February 13-18. The aim is to push for the use of dual contraceptive in the fight against unwanted pregnancy and sexual transmitted diseases (STDs)....
While the world observes Black History Month, a number of organisations, led by NCB Insurance, have come together to host an initiative aimed at inspiring long-term positive action in men's health.The partnership - which includes NCB Insurance, Dr's...
Gender-based violence (GBV) and the roles assigned to both women and men are central to the spread of HIV. It is therefore critical for us to not only acknowledge this fact, but also to introduce and promote a journey towards healthy and life-giving...
"New Year ... New Me ... 2017" has become a popular catchphrase for eight contestants in the one-of-a-kind weight loss challenge that is taking social media by storm.The feature complements the second season of Doctor's Appointment, a family and...
Published:Monday | February 6, 2017 | 12:00 AMDr Alfred Dawes
Recently a group of young professionals, myself included, embarked on a journey to improve our health. The concept is simple: Hold each other accountable by posting pictures of each meal in a Whatsapp group designed for that purpose. Each plate...
February is Heart Month. The theme this year asks the question: 'Sudden cardiac death ... can it happen to you?'The answer: Yes, it can!Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a leading cause of athlete deaths in the United States (US) and Italy, killing...
The Heart Foundation of Jamaica (HFJ) will be conducting screenings for risk factors associated with sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) during Heart Month in February.The HFJ's executive director, Deborah Chen, said it is important for persons to know if...
Activities for Heart MonthTUESDAY, JANUARY 24n Heart Month Launch, Spanish Court Hotel.WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1n Outside Broadcast/HFJHitz 92 FM with Jenny Jenny6 a.m. - 9 a.m.n Lion's Club of Kingston Luncheon, The Jamaica Pegasus hotel, 12:30 p.m....
The Ministry of Health in association with the Heart Foundation of Jamaica is urging Jamaicans to adopt healthy lifestyle habits to prevent cardiovascular diseases.Portfolio minister, Dr. Christopher Tufton, noted that cardiovascular disease is one...
Published:Monday | January 30, 2017 | 12:00 AMFrances Mahfood
Are you thinking about being more active? Have you been trying to cut back on fattening foods? Are you starting to eat better and be more active but having a hard time sticking with these changes?Old habits die hard. Changing your habits is a...
In the first of a two-part discussion on childhood obesity, we learned that this condition has been described by the World Health Organization (WHO) as one of the more prominent public-health issues we are facing in the 21st Century. In addition,...
The 15th Caribbean Neurosciences Symposium hosted by The Caribbean Neurological Association in conjunction with the Department of Surgery, Radiology, Anesthesia, Intensive Care and University Hospital of the West Indies is set to kick off at the...
With a long track record of research in the medicinal properties of indigenous herbal plants, the University of Technology (UTech) has now strengthened its ability to delve deeper into the research of medical cannabis.Last week, the university...
The beginning of any year is a time when many of us make resolutions and set goals. I will quickly add that any time is a good time to make positive choices in our lives. It is very important that we try to maintain healthy lifestyles. Health is...
Did you know that one in every 15 Jamaicans carries the sickle-cell trait or that sickle cell disease (SCD) occurs in one in every 150 births? That means some 186,666 Jamaicans carry the trait and 10 per cent of their offsprings will have the...
Ways to strenghten your immune systemOne of the keys to fighting the flu is having a strong immune system. In fact, the strength of your immune system greatly determines how your body responds to infections, viruses and diseases. Healthy eating,...
