THERE IS no way to avoid it, everywhere around us is covered in germs. Bacteria and viruses are all around us in the air and on most surfaces, and these include germs such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi, and toxins; chemicals made by microbes. So...
Published:Wednesday | September 20, 2023 | 12:06 AM
OVERALL, YOUR immune system does a remarkable job of defending you against disease-causing microorganisms, but sometimes it fails. The idea of boosting your immunity is enticing, but the ability to do so has proved elusive for several reasons. The...
Published:Wednesday | September 13, 2023 | 12:07 AM
The National Health Fund (NHF) is reporting the addition of seven new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to be used in the treatment of arthritis and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The additions, which became effective between August 9...
Published:Wednesday | September 13, 2023 | 12:07 AM
Keisha Hill/Senior Gleaner Writer CHRONIC VENOUS insufficiency occurs when your leg veins do not allow blood to flow back up to your heart. Normally, the valves in your veins make sure that blood flows toward your heart, but when these valves do...
Published:Wednesday | September 13, 2023 | 12:05 AM
IT IS no secret that ageing is inevitable, but, since you have to age, why not do everything you can to put it off as long as possible! It turns out that it is more than your genes and the sun that may be ageing you. Ageing is beautiful. Every...
The Bustamante Hospital for Children’s (BHC) paediatric renal unit has been in operation for more than five years without the use of peritoneal dialysis (PD) machines. As such, the medical staff has had to do without the use of the critical...
URINARY INCONTINENCE is the loss of bladder control. The two most common types of urinary incontinence that affect women are stress incontinence and urge incontinence, also called overactive bladder. Urinary incontinence is not a normal part of...
Published:Wednesday | September 6, 2023 | 12:06 AM
THE BRAIN is a very important organ as it is the control centre of your body and it allows you to move, think, feel, breathe and more. As the brain has such a big job, it is imperative that we provide it with an abundance of fuel and nutrients to...
Failing mathematics in his examination prevented Chevaughn Thomas from going straight into university from high school, but it allowed him to become the main caregiver for his mother who was recovering from a mastectomy. The experience gained from...
CANBERRA, Australia (AP): A neurosurgeon investigating a woman’s mystery symptoms in an Australian hospital says she plucked a wriggling worm from the patient’s brain. Surgeon Hari Priya Bandi was performing a biopsy through a hole in the 64-year-...
YOUR HEALTH is your greatest wealth and asset. Your healthy body gives you the strength and energy that help you to achieve better results in every aspect of your life. Being able to sleep at night, walk without pain, eat and enjoy food is the main...
MAKING MORE positive choices can transform your health and give you a better sense of control over your well-being. Instead of allowing yourself to slip into bad habits, you can empower yourself to take an active part in managing your health. Self-...
VITAMINS AND minerals play a crucial role in maintaining the health and appearance of the skin. They contribute to various skin functions, including cell regeneration, collagen production, protection against environmental damage, and overall skin...
BOOSTING THE quality of your diet checks a lot of boxes for your health. Weight, energy, and proper nutrition come to mind first. The health of your skin should be added to that list as nutritional skincare illuminates the natural radiance of your...
Irrespective of your skin type, you need to follow these simple tips to protect its health and sport a glowing look. • Always use a broad-spectrum sunscreen to protect your skin from UVA and UVB rays. • Avoid coming into contact with direct...
Keisha Hill/Senior Gleaner Writer MANY MEN and women will develop pattern hair loss during their lifetimes. The pathophysiology of many hair-thinning disorders has been well documented and treatment options, although not entirely guaranteed, have...
WHY IS skin care important? Skin care plays an important role in your overall health and appearance. After all, your skin is the largest organ of your body. Skin care primarily focuses on the delicate areas on your face, neck, and chest, with...
WHEN HARMFUL germs invade the body, they attack, multiply and cause infections and illnesses. Your immune system – white cells and antibodies – is your body’s natural defence against harmful germs. If your body is infected with harmful germs for...
MANGOES ARE sweet, creamy fruits that have a range of possible health benefits. The nutrients they contain may help boost eye, skin, and hair health and prevent cancer and heart disease. The mango is a tropical stone fruit and member of the drupe...
SUMMER IS upon us and things are heating up ... literally! These hot days are not isolated events, and they are only going to get more common. The first comprehensive worldwide assessment of heat waves, a report released last summer, uncovered that...
UTERINE FIBROIDS are noncancerous tumours that grow in the uterus. They are really common in women who have a menstrual cycle, especially black women. Fibroids do not always cause problems, but they can trigger symptoms like pelvic pain and heavy...
AS TEMPERATURES continue to climb for the summer, it is essential to stay hydrated. Hydration is always important, but especially in hot and humid weather, as we tend to lose a lot of our body fluids through sweat. The reason dehydration becomes a...
EXERCISE IS good for your body and your brain! Sticking to a regular workout plan can be tough, but including activity in your routine does not have to be boring. Scientists have found that the areas of the brain that control memory and skills such...
GLUTEN SEEMS to be in just about everything, from bread, pasta and beer to cosmetics and nutritional supplements. There is a lot of buzz around avoiding gluten, but what is this common ingredient and is it really bad for you? Gluten is a protein...
CALORIES ARE undeniably mentioned everywhere you turn, from food labels to restaurant menus, recipe blogs, food tracking applications and even news headlines. All the talk about calories may have you wondering why they are so important. Maybe you...
