MENTAL ILLNESS is not caused by ghosts or demons and should be treated like all other health problems, such as diabetes. Mental illness can occur due to several factors, such as chemicals imbalances, traumatic experiences, substance abuse, and a...
The Made in Manchester Expo was designed to assist micro and small businesswomen in the parish to raise their visibility, build brand recognition and grow their businesses. The more than 40 female business owners at the event’s ninth staging, held...
CUSTOS OF Manchester Garfield Green’s Beliefs, Values and Attitudes (BVA) initiative has been creating a wave of change in the parish since its launch in December 2021. The programme, that has the full backing of the Government through its...
Mitzie Stewart became despondent with her regular job and was eager for a change in environment. She wanted to spend more time with her children, and working as a security officer did not give her the opportunity to be involved in their daily lives...
Breadfruit ( Artocarpus altilis) is the fruit of the breadfruit tree, though it is often referred to as a vegetable when consumed before it is fully ripe. It comes from the same family as jackfruit and mulberry. Similar to bananas and plantains,...
With the thrill, excitement, and adrenaline rush associated with car racing, who would have thought that behind the gleaming metal and roaring engines lies a group of individuals dedicated to improving their community? Street Xtream is a community...
Salt, also known as sodium chloride, is about 40 per cent sodium and 60 per cent chloride. It flavours food and is used as a binder and stabiliser. It is also a food preservative, as bacteria cannot thrive in the presence of a high amount of salt....
THE SKIN is the largest organ in the body and covers the body’s entire external surface. It is made up of three layers – the epidermis, dermis, and the hypodermis – all three of which vary significantly in their anatomy and function. The skin’s...
In a move to foster women’s empowerment and technological literacy during International Women’s Month, Young Scholars Education Limited (YSEL) has announced plans to donate scholarship funds to the Women’s Centre of Jamaica Foundation while...
Krispy Kreme has opened its fourth location in Jamaica at the Portmore Mall in St Catherine, adding to its three other locations in Manor Park, at the intersection of Waterloo Road and Hope Road and West Parade. According to Nadia Kiffin Green,...
MANY THINGS can trigger a migraine, from hormonal changes to stress, to certain foods. These intense headaches are characterised by a throbbing or pulsing feeling that usually occurs on one side of the head and can be accompanied by nausea and...
COLORECTAL CANCER is a type of cancer that affects the colon (large intestine) or rectum. It is one of the most common types of cancer worldwide that can cause severe harm and death. The risk of colorectal cancer increases with age and in most...
MENTAL HEALTH is a state of mental well-being that enables people to cope with the stresses of life, realise their abilities, learn and work well, and contribute to their community. According to Dr Pearnel Bell, clinical psychologist, it is an...
HERBS ARE the leaf part of a plant that is used in cooking. These can be used fresh or dried. Any other part of the plant, which is usually dried, is referred to as a spice. These include, for example, barks (cinnamon), berries (peppercorns), seeds...
“It is well with Peter’s soul. He taught us how to love, he taught us about unity, he taught us about connecting to the source, the source which was Jehovah…Jah!” were among the words used to pay tribute to Peter ‘Peetah’ Anthony Morgan at his...
Established in 2012, NexxStepp Lifelong Educational Services was envisioned to empower citizens and to address the pressing challenges associated with youth unemployment in the parish of St Thomas. Tishauna Mullings, NexxStepp’s chief success...
IN ANY relationship, there are inevitable challenges that arise. In these moments, our egos typically compel us to believe it is the other person in the dynamic who needs to change, say they were wrong, and apologise. But we can change this...
“Sir, your car is cool!” retorted an elated student at the Immaculate Conception High School (ICHS), after staring in awe at the transformation of the red Mustang that caught her eye. She, along with students at the institution, had a grand time...
MYCOMEDITATIONS, A company that organises legal therapy retreats using psilocybin-containing mushrooms, has shared the results from two years of surveys. These surveys looked at how their retreats helped people with major depressive disorder (MDD...
Principals at three primary schools in Kingston are happy that their institution have been selected as participants in the European Union All-of-Government’s Citizen Security Plan, an initiative that seeks to improve the literacy levels of students...
LOSING WEIGHT and maintaining it is hard because of how the body responds to weight loss. After losing weight, the body tries to put it back on. While healthy eating and increased physical activity are important, for many people they may not be...
BEING OVERWEIGHT can increase your risk of major health problems and shorten your lifespan. But even modest weight loss can significantly improve your health. Obesity is one of the biggest health problems in the world. It is associated with several...
IN MANY ways, our memories shape who we are. They make up our internal biographies, the stories we tell ourselves about what we have done with our lives. They tell us who we are connected to, who we have touched during our lives, and who have...
MIGHT INSULIN provide the answer to your weight management challenge, when controlling calories does not help? The chances are that someone you know is struggling with weight management. It is the worldwide obesity epidemic! The World Global...
EPILEPSY IS a disorder of the brain characterised by repeated seizures. A seizure is usually defined as a sudden alteration of behaviour due to a temporary change in the electrical functioning of the brain. Normally, the brain continuously...
