Health
29 Apr, 2026
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Tiny device with life-saving impact
A groundbreaking advancement in paediatric heart care is transforming how doctors treat one of the most common and potentially serious conditions affecting premature babies. A tiny, minimally invasive…
22 Apr, 2026
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Endometriosis: Breaking the silence on a misunderstood disease
Every year, Endometriosis Awareness Month shines a light on a condition that affects millions of women worldwide, yet remains widely misunderstood. Endometriosis is more than just ‘bad period pain’;…
22 Apr, 2026
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Reproductive health challenges women face
Women’s reproductive health is a cornerstone of overall well-being, yet across the world and particularly in the Caribbean, many women continue to face serious, often preventable health challenges.…
15 Apr, 2026
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Talking prescription technology improves medication access for the visually impaired
For persons who are blind, visually impaired, or living with reading challenges, something as routine as taking medication can be stressful and risky. Small print and complex medication instructions…
15 Apr, 2026
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When strength needs support -Rebalancing life during menopause
There is a quiet moment many women encounter in midlife; one that rarely makes headlines but is deeply felt. It is not marked by outward crisis, but by an internal shift. A heaviness and a fatigue…
08 Apr, 2026
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Understanding hypertension and insulin
As Jamaica continues to battle a growing epidemic of non-communicable diseases, the conversation around hypertension and diabetes is evolving beyond symptoms to deeper, underlying causes. Leading…
08 Apr, 2026
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One love, one health, one mission
In the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, when communities across western Jamaica were left grappling with damaged infrastructure and disrupted healthcare services, a team of dedicated medical…
08 Apr, 2026
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Surgery often the first step in colorectal cancer treatment
When someone is diagnosed with colorectal cancer – which includes both colon and rectal cancers – many people immediately think “surgery.” And it’s true that surgery plays a central role in treatment…
08 Apr, 2026
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Alzheimer’s could progress much faster in women with proteins linked to Parkinson’s – study
Alzheimer’s-related brain changes progressed up to 20 times faster in women who also had abnormal levels of a Parkinson’s-related protein, according to a Mayo Clinic study published in JAMA Network…