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Published:Monday | December 29, 2014 | 4:29 PMTracey-Ann Brown

Getting enough rest: a good way to start the New Year

Complementary & Oriental Medicine

Published:Monday | December 22, 2014 | 5:28 PM

Sorrel is one of the most popular drinks in Jamaica, not only during the Christmas season.

Published:Wednesday | December 24, 2014 | 12:00 AM

It's always so easy to get carried away with overconsumption of alcohol during the holiday season. Lots of Christmas and New Year's parties to attend - office parties, family get-togethers, at-home celebrations and the like - and alcohol is always a big feature at them all.

Published:Wednesday | December 24, 2014 | 12:00 AM

Alcohol is calorie-dense, so too much of it will pack on the pounds, which no one wants.

Published:Wednesday | December 24, 2014 | 12:00 AM

Sorrel is one of the most popular drinks in Jamaica, not only during the Christmas season. In fact, gone are the days when sorrel could only be found at Christmas time. Now, all year round, this delicious, highly nutritious beverage is available anywhere you go.

Published:Monday | December 22, 2014 | 4:34 PMAnastasia Cunningham

It's always so easy to get carried away with overconsumption of alcohol during the holiday season. Lots of Christmas and New Year's parties to attend - office parties, family get-togethers, at-home celebrations and the like - and alcohol is always a big feature at them all.

Published:Monday | December 15, 2014 | 12:00 AM

Scientists often test drugs in mice. Now some cancer patients are doing the same - with the hope of curing their own disease.

Published:Monday | December 15, 2014 | 12:00 AM

Many of us underestimated the pain and discomfort associated with a moderate attack of the chikungunya disease.

Published:Monday | December 15, 2014 | 12:00 AM

n According to the World Health Organization, as of December 10, a total of 17,942 confirmed, probable, and suspected cases of Ebola vi

Published:Wednesday | December 17, 2014 | 12:00 AM

On average, most persons gain weight during the holiday season.

Published:Wednesday | December 17, 2014 | 12:00 AM

According to the World Health Organization, as of December 10, a total of 17,942 confirmed, probable and suspected cases of Ebola-virus disease and 6,388 reported deaths have been reported in five affected...

Published:Wednesday | December 17, 2014 | 12:00 AM

Scientists often test drugs in mice.

Published:Wednesday | December 17, 2014 | 12:00 AM

Many of us underestimated the pain and discomfort associated with a moderate attack of the chikungunya disease.

Published:Monday | December 15, 2014 | 5:14 PM

On average, most persons gain weight during the holiday season.

Published:Monday | December 8, 2014 | 6:15 PM

Do you remember your 2014 New Year's resolution? Let me remind you: to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Published:Monday | December 8, 2014 | 6:06 PM

Three new studies reveal that a chemical called nitrate - found in green vegetables, including spinach, lettuce and celery - may aid hear

Published:Monday | December 8, 2014 | 12:00 AM

Published:Wednesday | December 10, 2014 | 12:00 AM

Do you remember your 2014 New Year's resolution? Let me remind you: to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Published:Wednesday | December 10, 2014 | 12:00 AM

Because of what is called the 'refractory period', it is impossible for men to have multiple ejaculatory orgasms. However, experts believe that with the right technique, men can experience several non-ejaculatory orgasms in one lovemaking session.

Published:Wednesday | December 10, 2014 | 12:00 AM

Three new studies reveal that a chemical called nitrate - found in green vegetables, including spinach, lettuce and celery - may aid heart health and reduce the risk of obesity and diabetes.

Published:Wednesday | December 3, 2014 | 12:00 AM

The Ministry of Health is to develop a research agenda aimed at effectively enhancing its policies and programmes.

Published:Monday | December 1, 2014 | 6:14 PM

Published:Tuesday | December 2, 2014 | 10:57 AM

Carla Thomas-Wilson, of the Human Resource Division, Jamaica Constabulary Force, receives an adjustable computer desk which she won from

Published:Tuesday | December 2, 2014 | 11:02 AM

The Ministry of Health is to develop a research agenda aimed at effectively enhancing its policies and programmes.

Published:Wednesday | December 3, 2014 | 12:00 AM

As many of us already know, diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease in which there are increased levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood.

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