The link between prostate and breast cancer
What does prostate cancer have in common with breast cancer?The answer is the BRCA 1 and 2 gene mutations. The BRCA 1 and 2 genes were first discovered in 1994.BRCA stands for Breast Cancer associated gene. Women with the inherited BRCA 1 or BRCA 2 g
Miss Bahamas Teenager makes pageant history in Mexico
Seventeen-year-old Amani Stuart has done what many Bahamian beauty queens can only dream of: placing in the top three of an international pageant.The reigning Miss Bahamas Teenager won not only the judges’ hearts, but also the admiration of her fello
Benefits of playing sports for adults
Health coach Ethan Quant, of Elite Wellness Solutions, has succeeded in his weight loss journey and now wants to share his methods with the Bahamas in an effort to foster a culture of wellness and conquer the obesity epidemic. Obesity is a serious hHealth coach Ethan Quant, of Elite Wellness Solutions, has succeeded in his weight loss journey and now wants to share his methods with the Bahamas in an effort to foster a culture of wellness and conquer the obesity epidemic.
'Know Your Numbers': Bahamas' biggest diabetes expo seeks to save lives
With more than 35,000 Bahamians living with diabetes and many more who may be considered pre-diabetic, it is extremely important that members of the public “know their numbers” as it relates to blood sugar, cholesterol and blood pressure.These number
International spotlight on 'skin care from paradise'
She may have started out small in a small country, but Indira Weech has seen her skin care products make an impact far beyond these Bahamian shores after being highlighted on ABC's "Good Morning America".
'Stamping Out Hunger' this Christmas for families in need
The Rotaract Club of South East Nassau Centennial continued to do its part in addressing needs of the less fortunate by hosting their third annual “Stamp Out Hunger” initiative.After launching on World Food Day during the 2017/18 Rotary year, a team
Melania embarks on 12 days of love and gratitude
EVEN in the midst of a global pandemic, 12-year-old Melania Nixon is doing her best to remain true to her passion of giving back during the holiday season.
Chantel ready to celebrate after historic Miss Universe finish
AFTER a historic finish in the top ten and snagging the “Carnival Spirit” award at the 70th Miss Universe pageant over the weekend, Bahamian beauty queen Chantel O’Brian is now eager to unwind and relax…with some sky juice that is.
Making STEM more feminine – Call for national strategy to address gender gap
FEM STEM Bahamas is one of the local organisations leading the charge in preparing and retaining women in the areas of science, technology engineering and mathematics (STEMS), with the hopes of closing the gap, encouraging diversity, equity and inclusiveness in these important fields.
Who’s the boss? Bahamian women in leadership
TODAY, women all around the world are being celebrated for their advancements, achievements and strides they have made. International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women's equality.
