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- Businessman, two taxi operators among six charged in St Ann ganja bust 9:06 pm
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Health
5 reasons to get a dental cleaning
MOST of us already know why it is important to have professional dental cleaning done, but just in case some of us needed a reminder, check out these five things a dental cleaning can do for you.1. Prevent cavities Read More
That toning myth
“TONING” is not real.It is believed to be a process of exercise, which will result in a “toned” body — a fit-looking body that is not excessively muscular. Read More
Evil research activities
ONE of the questions often posed to students of research ethics is whether medical data that was acquired through unethical or evil activities should ever be used to benefit patients or the wider society. Read More
A godly, healthy look at beauty
BEAUTY is one of the few things humans can't help but notice.Beauty pageants, plastic surgeries, and the world of cosmetics, all multimillion-dollar industries, spotlight human preoccupation with beauty. Read More
Bahamas lone Caricom state to report measles case
WASHINGTON, DC, USA (CMC) — The Bahamas is the only Caribbean Community (Caricom) country reporting a confirmed case of measles up to the period January to September 25, this year. Read More
Lung illnesses send chill through US marijuana vape market
ORGEON, USA (AP) — Vaping products, one of the fastest-growing segments of the legal marijuana industry, have taken a hit from consumers as public health experts scramble to determine what's causing a mysterious and sometimes fatal lung disease among people who use... Read More
The Bible & Obesity
WHATEVER the cause of obesity — be it genes and heredity, overeating, or a slow rate of metabolism — it has grown into an uncontrollable problem for many people. Read More
Another level of hangry
THIS decade has seen the establishment of the word hangry. A rise boosted by the candy bar manufacturer's advisements, showing sugar- and chocolate-induced transformation from angry to calm and collected personalities. Read More
Deciding to change could save your life
THE odds are, your habits and way of life are killing you. Read More
Tooth to tooth contact
TEETH must put up with all sorts of things in the form of food every day.Too much pressure on teeth can lead to dental damage in the form of dental abrasion or attrition. The teeth enamel may wear down and may make teeth weak. Read More
Suicide - Lessons from the Bible on winning the battle
“We are hard-pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair.” — 2 Corinthians 4:8,( New International Version)WHAT'S on the outside more often than not masks the inner man. Read More
The protein craze
PROTEIN supplements have complemented bodybuilding for decades.In fact, it could once be found on dedicated shelves in the back of a few pharmacies or in very specialised vitamin and health food stores. Read More
Cancer now 'leading cause of death' in rich countries
PARIS, France (AFP) — Cancer has become the leading cause of death in rich nations, overtaking heart disease, according to the results of two landmark, decade-long global surveys of health trends released Tuesday. Read More
Abuse of power in the health sector
ABUSE of power and privilege is pervasive in virtually all societies. Read More
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