Living a healthy lifestyle is key to fighting off chronic illnesses like heart disease, stroke, and arthritis. It is also important to practise a healthy lifestyle to protect yourself against acute diseases and infections such as the common cold,...
Some people have suggested that the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is over; no more precautions, restrictions, or changes in behaviour compared with the period of time before it started. People have grown weary of restrictions, and those sceptical...
Some men struggle to look after their mental and physical well-being, which may cause them to skip check-ups and preventive screenings that can help them live longer, healthier lives. Men who do not take proactive steps may develop serious health...
More than 300 senior citizens in the New Haven community in Kingston were treated to an evening of fun, games and entertainment by the House of SDM, and its founder, Sheldon Millington. “I knew that not many would have had dinner for Christmas so I...
Every New Year, people purchase expensive memberships to gyms, workout studios, and online fitness programmes in hopes of shedding excess body fat in the year to come. Though most people start strong, the majority do not make their new routine into...
The Grace and Staff Community Development Foundation seeks to relieve poverty and distress among the poor and unemployed through access to education and general community development. What started out as developing the skill sets of members of the...
Deloris Murray-Sterling is blessed to be the beneficiary of her mother’s selflessness to others. She grew up observing her mother, Marvia Murray, give her last to make others happy and was taught to share whatever she had, no matter how small....
This year’s holiday season may not involve the large gatherings of past years, but you may still want to enjoy traditional foods with close family members. Managing your cholesterol while maintaining holiday traditions is possible. Although holiday...
The Rio Cobre River can be considered a blessing in disguise to the hundreds of residents in St Catherine that depend on irrigation water, particularly for agricultural purposes. The Rio Cobre irrigation system, which started in 1870, was the first...
St Catherine was one of the first seven parishes created in 1664, making it one of the seven oldest parishes in Jamaica. It is also one of the largest parishes. However, this was not the case in the early when the parish was much smaller than it...
Sodium controls fluid balance in our bodies and maintains blood pressure. Eating too much sodium, or salt, may raise blood pressure and cause fluid retention. This could lead to swelling of the legs and feet or even other health issues such as...
It can be difficult to stay healthy during the holidays. Thanksgiving is typically celebrated by feasting, followed by seconds, maybe thirds, and topped off with dessert. Of course, then you have the post-feast nap, and then an additional leftover...
To love the skin you are in means complete acceptance of your body, whatever size, shape or form it is. Loving the skin you are in means liberation from whatever insecurities are holding you back. Shari-Ann Henry is the founder of Love Your Skin...
Walking may be one of the most powerful medicines available. It can help lower your risk of heart disease, cancer, and diabetes, lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and even keep your memory sharp. As one of the most popular forms of...
Selma Williams loves helping people. Her mother and her relatives taught her always to be kind to others. The human resource practitioner with over 20 years of experience in administration has done just that by giving back to her community through...
TGI Fridays will open its doors today with a new look. The popular franchise, which first opened its doors in Kingston in 2004, promises diners a fresh upscale look and feel, but same vibe. According to Kerri Hosein, vice-president of TGI Fridays,...
Jessica Forrester is an introvert who is deeply passionate about modern languages, including Spanish and French. The Manchester-born native is now a first-year student at The University of the West Indies, Mona, where she is pursuing a double major...
In recognition of Library Information Week, EduFocal, a social learning organisation for Primary Exit Profile students in Jamaica and Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate students in the Caribbean, has announced plans to renovate the Joyce...
In Jamaica, diabetes is often referred to as ‘sugar’ and is a potentially life-threatening illness that is the second leading cause of death for those under the age of 70 years. The Jamaica Health and Lifestyle Survey III (2016-2017), indicates...
Giving back is not a choice, it is hereditary for Chadai Dryden. She grew up in a household with an extended family, including her maternal grandmother, who assisted many people. In addition, her parents showed the same kind of love and...
The Heart Institute of the Caribbean (HIC), along with the Association of Nigerian Physicians in the Americas (ANPA), is preparing and planning to treat hundreds of Jamaican citizens by offering free comprehensive medical care that includes...
It wasn’t love at first sight for Halona Williams and Shamar Baker, but it seemed, as friends, they were a match made in heaven. The love story began with both Halona and Shamar being colleagues. Shamar was Halona’ coach, and they communicated each...
Born and raised in Montego Bay, St James, Morganne Kellier developed a love for service and community involvement as she tagged along with her aunt Natasha Parchment. “From as early as I can remember, I was always involved in outreach activities to...
At the 10th staging of the annual Pocket Rocket Foundation Awards Ceremony, seven student-athletes from six high schools across the island received scholarships valued at over $100,000 each. The ceremony held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in...
Regular exercise is an important part of being as healthy as you can be. In fact, being physically active can reduce your risk of developing breast cancer. If you have been diagnosed with breast cancer, exercise can reduce the risk of a recurrence...
