Health
Glaucoma, often called the ‘silent thief of sight,’ is one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide. The condition, in which there is damage of the optic nerve due to increased pressure in the eye (also known as Intra-ocular Pressure (IOP)),...
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The National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) is raising awareness about the potential health and environmental risks associated with sunscreens containing oxybenzone (Benzophenone-3), a common ingredient in many sun-protection products. “...
WHEN A heart attack strikes, it does not always feel the same in women as it does in men. Women do not always get the same classic heart attack symptoms as men, such as crushing chest pain that radiates down one arm. Those heart attack symptoms can...
MANY JAMAICAN seniors fondly recall the days when their parents thrived on diets that included high sugary-content like porridges and juices. It is common to hear, “My parents lived long eating this way, so why should I change?” Indeed, our elders...
Omar Barnett, founder and chief executive officer of one of the fastest growing medical research companies in the United States, Prospective Research Innovations, was recently nominated for the ‘Innovation in Health and Wellness Tourism’ category...
THIS YEAR, World Sugar Awareness Week is being observed under the theme, ‘Empowering Global Health’. Also, this week, we commemorate World Diabetes Day. This day is not merely a marker on the calendar, but a call to the policymakers, parents,...
BALANCE IS a one of the senses that we often take for granted, until we lose it. In our 50s and 60s, we may notice that our bodies feel less stable. Gradual changes linked to growing older, such as loss of muscle mass, lack of flexibility, slower...
OVER 3,000 people in Ferry Heights and adjoining communities, including areas of Portmore and Spanish Town, St Catherine, benefited from a comprehensive, three-day health fair – on November 4, 5, and 6 – held at Coore’s Fesco Service Station in St...
DIABETES IS a chronic condition that affects millions worldwide, where the body’s inability to regulate blood glucose levels leads to various health complications. In naturopathic medicine, a holistic approach to diabetes management emphasises the...
WHEN YOU have diabetes, it is important to keep your blood sugar levels within the range recommended by your healthcare professional. Diabetes can affect almost every part of your body, including your heart, eyes, kidneys, and nerves. Diabetes is...
THE MOST common type of diabetes – type 2 – occurs when fat, liver and muscle cells do not respond correctly to insulin. This is known as insulin resistance, and as a result, blood sugar cannot enter these cells where it would be available for...
AS WE bring the curtain down on another busy Breast Cancer Awareness Month, one cannot help but ask the question: “Why is breast cancer still the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among Jamaican women?” The level of awareness increases with...
MENOPAUSE DESCRIBES the stage of a woman’s life when her menstrual periods stop permanently, and she can no longer get pregnant. Menopause is not a disease or disorder, it is a normal part of ageing for women. The time leading up to menopause is...
A BREAST cancer diagnosis can be a life-altering event that brings a whirlwind of emotions. Whether it is yourself or a loved one who has received this diagnosis, the impact on mental health can be profound. Amid the physical challenges of cancer...
STRUGGLING WITH your mental health can start at any time when you have breast cancer. It could be after diagnosis, during treatment, or after treatment has finished. Your experiences can vary and can also depend on your circumstances. According to...
CARING FOR elderly loved one is a profound and rewarding experience, but it often comes with emotional and physical challenges. Providing care goes beyond meeting basic needs like food and shelter; it demands attention to the elder’s emotional well...
