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Revolutionary device to treat urinary incontinence
Tens of thousands of Bahamian women and men have their bladder dictate their lives and reduce the quality of their every day lives.
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Law has to keep up with banned drugs
The topic “Synthetic” Marijuana was timely and very interesting. It was held at Wesley Methodist, Blue Hill Road and Chapel Street. The presenter was Dr Kirk Christie; Clinical Director of Female and Substance Abuse Services.
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Mom at the end of her rope needs to raise $70,000 for son's hospital bill
THE parents of 10-year-old Tarique Miller, who suffers from a rare skin condition, are asking for the public’s assistance in satisfying a $70,000 medical bill from a US hospital that treated the youngster during the Summer after a severe swelling att
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Don’t let urinary leaks control your life!
Many women can unfortunately laugh, sneeze, cough and pee all at the same time. It is called stress urinary incontinence and it is a heartbreaking disorder that has tens of thousands of our Bahamian women afraid to laugh or reluctant to exercise, or even mindful when bending to lift a child because they are going to leak urine.
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Ten-year-old Tarique soldiers on as episodes of severe swelling worsen
Like many other Bahamian kids his age, 10-year-old Tarique Miller was enjoying his Summer holidays and looking forward to a family vacation in Florida. But unlike other children, Tarique suffers from hereditary angioedema (HAE), a rare condition that causes recurring and severe swelling in various parts of the body. And he had his most recent and “scariest” attack yet on the first day of his stay in Florida.
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Cannabis is not all about the money
"There are none so blind as those who will not see."
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'Viagra' for women
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on June 21 approved the new “female Viagra”, a sexual libido enhancing medication called Vyleesi. Vyleesi is not a pill; it is a self or partner administered injectable that should be given 45 minutes before sexual intercourse. It has been recommended that Vyleesi should not be administered more than once in a 24-hour period and it should not be used more than eight times in a given month.
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innovative surgery to revolutionise treatments
STARTING today, Bahamian urologist Dr Greggory Pinto will be performing a series of innovative surgeries that will revolutionise the treatment of urological disorders in the Bahamas.
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FDA approved non-invasive treatment for urine leak
Tens of thousands of Bahamian women and men have their bladder dictate their lives and reduce the quality of their everyday lives.
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Marijuana
The issue of legalisation of ganja has become a popular issue in the global discourse on drugs since the pioneering role of countries such as Uruguay and Canada led the way regarding the legalisation of ganja for medicinal and recreational purposes.
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‘Please help to pay for Tarique’s treatment’
A LACK of money has kept Tarique Miller, a nine-year-old boy diagnosed with hereditary angioedema (HAE), away from “critically important” medicine for almost six months.
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INSIGHT: We come here for the real thing, not a plastic, vomitous Disney recreation
A letter to all Bahamians, most particularly to the inhabitants of Eleuthera. Hello. Most of you don’t know me. I have, however, endeavoured to know more of you on each of my numerous visits to this wonderful, idyllic, tiny little island in the sun.
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'Liberalise cannabis now - and lead rest of world'
LEADING Jamaican scientist Dr Henry Lowe is urging Bahamian officials - and those in the Caribbean - to liberalise cannabis for medical and scientific use to cement the region’s stake in the industry.Dr Lowe projected cannabis-based products will be
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Sands disappointed at 'bias' in report
HEALTH Minister Dr Duane Sands yesterday attacked the scientific credibility of CARICOM’s report on marijuana, expressing disappointment over its methodology and “intrinsic bias”.Dr Sands’ critique follows Bishop Simeon Hall’s suggestion that opposit
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IAN FERGUSON: Work can be no fun under the sun
Summer is a great time to be outdoors, either for work or play. People head to the beach, begin construction and go outdoors to soak up the sun’s rays. The heat means this time can be quite brutal for many employees who, by virtue of their assignment
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Path open for medicinal marijuana use
AS the government moves to consider an end to marijuana prohibition across CARICOM member states, legal pathways already exist for medicinal and scientific use in the country.Minister of Health Dr Duane Sands, who has responsibility for dangerous dru
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A solution for urinary incontinence in women
Do you cough, laugh or sneeze and pee all at the same time?
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Christine Gardiner grows beauty empire from the ground up
Achieving that so-called “natural glow” is often the ultimate goal skin care goal of women.
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Getlashed! Mink eyelash extensions prove a hit with Bahamians
THERE are many beauty trends that stood out this year. From Summer’s crochet locs to Fall’s Fenty Beauty by Rihanna. However, one of the most outstanding trends would have to be the semi-permanent eyelash extensions.Whether for a date night, a girls’
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Gift ideas for yogis, gym rats and wellness lovers
We’ve rounded up the 10 best gift ideas for all your favourite gym rats from weekend warriors to barre lovers. STOCKING STUFFERS • Enso Silicone Rings Metal wedding bands can be a serious drag. They pinch your finger when you’re lifting weights, slid
