Have you ever heard the saying that 'coconut water is the only water that goes to the heart'?It is only about 20 years ago that I realised that the statement is not true. Coconut water does not actually go to the heart.Coconut...
It is important that women pay close attention to the foods they eat because what they consume can actually affect their vagina. And there are telltale signs. Ever notice that your urine has a different scent after consuming certain things? Or that...
All women should be concerned about their vaginal health. A healthy vagina is naturally acidic and contains rich quantities of beneficial bacteria that help fend off infections and maintain a normal pH level. A healthy vagina...
The World Health Organization (WHO) is warning that antibiotic resistance poses a very serious threat to worldwide public health.In its first global look at antimicrobial resistance, including antibiotic resistance, the new report reveals that this...
Of the close to 1,000 acupuncture points on the body, the point identified as LI.4 (Large Intestine 4), or 'Union Valley', stands out for its use in the relief of a number of health discomforts. LI.4 is located on the back/dorsum of the hand,...
I completed my WhatsApp message to my girlfriend and smiled to myself as she tried to convince me for the umpteenth time that I should try Bikram yoga. She would tirelessly speak about how amazing she felt since she started classes eight months ago...
Whether you choose to wear your hair natural, chemically treated or with extensions, it's important to remember the following haircare tips:1 Gently comb and brush hair to style it. Use a wide-tooth comb and gently release tangled hairs, using a...
Health Minister Dr Fenton Ferguson, says given the constraints Jamaica faces, he is very pleased with the country's rate of vaccination."The coverage of vaccination in Jamaica is fantastic. These are difficult times and in spite of that, we have...
Partnering with six Caribbean countries (including Jamaica), The University of the West Indies (UWI) as well as other philanthropic organisations, SickKids Foundation has surpassed its CDN$8 million fundraising goal for the SickKids-Caribbean...
Drugs that spur the immune system to target cancer cells may prove an effective skin cancer treatment, according to two clinical trials published on Monday. The drugs, called immune checkpoint inhibitors, had impressive results in treating advanced...
Minister of Health Dr Fenton Ferguson says he will be making representation to seek to acquire additional funds to assist with the establishment of a pathology laboratory for the Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA). Ferguson was speaking last...
Recognising that swallowing pills is a common problem among children, a new study is revealing helpful tips and techniques to aid your child with this necessary but often scary dilemma. Researchers in the study, which examined previous studies on...
Finding out you're going to be a parent can be both exciting and stressful. But preparation makes for a smoother transition. Ensuring the health of both yourself and your child is critical, so never neglect one over the other. Today, Lindsay Pinchuk...
Citing the many barriers to effective heart care in Jamaica, the Heart Institute of the Caribbean (HIC) has announced its groundbreaking intervention of now offering free heart assessments and emergency coronary angiograms to all Jamaicans in need...
Minister of Health Dr Fenton Ferguson is urging Jamaicans to play a part in preventing food contamination, which can lead to illness and even death.Speaking against the background of last week's observance of World Health Day 2015, under the theme '...
Even small amounts of vigorous activity, the kind that makes you breathe harder and sweat, could help reduce your risk of early death, claims a large Australian study of middle-age and older adults.The results, published in the United States journal...
Hawthorne fruit is a berry used in traditional Chinese medicine for a number of health benefits. It is primarily used to relieve digestive problems, particularly those characterised as food stagnation. Food stagnation is a sluggishness in the free...
National Health Fund (NHF) adds new drugs for four conditions - hypertension, vascular disease, psychosis and major depression.NHF cardholders are to benefit from the addition of new drugs for the treatment of hypertension, vascular disease,...
Governor GeneralSir Patrick Allen is urging Jamaicans to take the necessary action to attain mental, spiritual and physical wellness.He said maintaining a balance of the mind, body and spirit is the foundation of positive human fulfilment and good...
Diabetes mellitus (sugar) is a disease that is no secret nowadays. Most of us know someone with diabetes - it is one of the most popular chronic non-communicable diseases globally. Diabetes, if not controlled, may damage the kidneys and result in...
Six to 16-year-olds will learn that obesity is a disease which they can control by making good food choices and exercising frequently. Nestlé, the global leader in nutrition, health and wellness, will raise awareness of this growing health concern...
The Ministry of Health has launched a new National Food Based Dietary Guidelines for Jamaicans, with the aim to improve nutritional well-being and food consumption, as well as to provide the required nutrients to promote health and prevent chronic...
Minister of Health, Dr Fenton Ferguson, has announced that the Ministry of Health has established several areas of public-private partnership aimed at improving access to quality and affordable health services.Ferguson was speaking recently at the...
Dr Herbert Ho Ping Kong, renowned internist, will be the guest speaker at the Medical Association of Jamaica's (MAJ) Gala and Awards Banquet, scheduled for June 8, and will launch the MAJ's Golden Jubilee celebrations and symposium under the theme...
The recent enormous fire at the Riverton City disposal site in St Andrew has brought to the fore the effect of air pollution on the body. Billows of smoke from the fire, which has affected at least four parishes and now...
