Health

The importance of skin care

A PERSON’s face is the first part of the body that is seen when interacting with others. Therefore, taking care of the skin on a daily basis is important, as it serves as a major physical attribute, said local esthetician.

Elimination problems in dogs

Today one of the most common complaints of dog owners that I see in my practice at Central Animal Hospital is that of house soiling by adult dogs.

Trash talk and national pride

Armed with a camera and access to social media, local community advocate Deran Thompson has made a name for himself with the focus he brought to the nastiness with which we cohabit here on New Providence.

Pre/post natal exercise vital for mothers

By JEFFARAH GIBSON

Fitness group donates school supplies to children's home

Outdoor Fitness Bahamas, one of the country’s leading fitness groups, recently conducted a “Back To School” drive among its members to assist with providing school supplies for the 32 students who live at the Elizabeth Estates Home for Children. The group successfully raised almost $1000 in supplies and cash and recently made the presentation to administrators at the home.

Sister Sister debunks the myth: Men and Breast Cancer

By ALESHA CADET

Why does the top of my foot hurt?

Pain on the top of your foot can be excruciating. There may be times when it is difficult or impossible to walk even a few steps. Assuming there is no visible injury, you can attribute the pain to anything from an ingrown toenail to gout. Here are some of the most common reasons you might have pain on the top of your foot.

No 'silver bullet' to get rid of a generation of killers says attorney

Defending police efforts to combat violent crime, Wayne Munroe charged that public criticisms of law enforcement are largely misinformed.

The key to managing acid reflux

By JEFFARAH GIBSON

Are we unconsiously signing off on rape?

By KIRKLAND PRATT

The physical solution for an obesity problem

By Dr Bernie Hanna

Listening to your gut

MANY people shy away from talking about digestive health issues, especially when it involves infrequent bowel movements.

Pharmacy veteran celebrates multiple milestones

The importance of the pharmacists in the healthcare process can often be overlooked when considering the medical profession. However, the person who has responsibility for dispensing drugs, plays a vital and conclusive role. They must be knowledgeable about not only the drug, but also a patient’s gender, general weight and height and medical status, all information that allows pharmacists to properly interpret the hundreds of prescriptions that pass their desks every day.