ECLAC Caribbean and partners celebrate International Men’s Day
(21 November 2018) ‘Positive Community, Positive Role Models’ is the theme of the event to celebrate two important initiatives, which are the International Men’s Day, and the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, jointly organized by the…
Statins for Cholesterol not the answer
From Newsmax The American Heart Association recently issued new guidelines regarding cholesterol control starting with monitoring children as young as two years old. The AHA recommended a lifelong approach to lowering cholesterol to reduce everyone’s risk of heart attack and…
Sleep problems turn fatal for grieving spouses
By Lynn Allison From Newsmax New research shows that sleep disturbances have a serious effect on the heart health of those who have suffered the loss of a spouse. Researchers from Northwestern and Rice Universities reveal that poor sleep affects…
Bahamas doctors threaten industrial action
From RJR News Dr. Locksley Munroe, President of the Consultant Physicians Staff Association in the Bahamas, has warned of possible industrial action over working conditions. Dr. Munroe explained that there is no health insurance for doctors, adding that they have…
Research: Social media often increases loneliness
By HealthDay From Newsmax For the billions of young people who seek community and connection on social media, new research warns their search may be in vain. Instead, spending too much time on Facebook, Snapchat and Instagram may actually increase…
Health officials baffled as polio-like illness spreads to more kids
From Newsmax Cases of a mysterious polio-like illness continue to mount in the United States, and health officials are scrambling to figure out the cause. There are now 252 patients under investigation for acute flaccid myelitis (AFM), an increase of…
Wear Red for Heart Disease and the Cayman Heart Fund
A heart inspired dress down day for charity. February is Heart Month and Friday, February 1st, 2019 is Cayman’s Wear Red Day, a month-long initiative to help raise awareness about cardiovascular disease and its effects. Wear Red in your school,…
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How Black Friday is good for your health
By Lynn Allison From Newsmaxf Thanksgiving brings the usual excitement of family gatherings, feasting on turkey, and of course, giving thanks. But for many folks — those avid shoppers and deal seekers — the most important part of the holiday…
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Telemedicine to cancer screening: 5 Million Euro INTERREG CARES projects to boost OECS health
Friday, November 9, 2018 — Improving health services for every citizen has been boosted with Guadeloupe, Saint-Martin, Saint-Barthélémy and OECS Member States launching INTERREG CARES initiative (Cooperation, Accessibility, Referrals, E-Information System) in Saint Lucia on October 31, 2018. The 5 million…
Is turmeric the natural remedy of the century?
From Newsmax The Promise: A Stronger Heart, Balanced Cholesterol, a Sharper Brain, Youthful Energy and Pain-Free Joints—Does It Deliver? Turmeric: Doctors Say This Spice Is a Brain Health Miracle There’s a lot of exciting buzz around turmeric these days, and…
