Nursing pioneer pursues unconventional specialty
EVER since her certification as the first Bahamian wound, ostomy and continence nurse several years ago, Dawn Albury-Gaitor has been saving the lives of many people.
What to know about parkinson's disease
MANY countries around the world, including the Bahamas, are celebrating Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month in April.
THINK UP - On turning 40: the Bahamian ego
Some of the feedback I received on last week’s article on police antics really resonated with me. Someone commenting on the article produced hyperlinks to news stories exposing incidents of police brutality in South Africa accompanied by a comparative analysis as the writer seemingly sought to mitigate the mounting dissent over the abusive police culture that has recently dominated Bahamian news cycles.
Good Cop, Bad Cop: Part 2
Several years ago I witnessed a fatal car accident in the Cable Beach area. Because I recognised the vehicle, I abruptly left my dinner at a neighbouring restaurant and shot across the street to assist the sole occupant who unfortunately turned out to be a friend. In my anxiety I asked a policeman, who had arrived on the scene shortly after me if the driver appeared to be dead; to which the officer replied, “What it look like?” My friend was unscathed because the airbag had deployed.
Hypertension.....The " Silent Killer""You cannot manage high blood pressure if you do not know you have it"
By ALESHA CADET
Good cop, bad cop: Law enforcement gone rogue
According to a recent Amnesty International study, there are thousands of reports each year of assault and ill treatment against officers who use excessive force and violate the human rights of their victims (AIUSA Rights 1999).
Virtual colonoscopy offers less intrusive choice
INDIVIDUALS who are concerned about taking a colonoscopy exam can consider an alternative procedure that also detects precancerous growths and other diseases in the colon.
Miracle baby waits readily for heart surgery
THREE-year-old Ru’shon Fox has experienced more health related issues in his short lifetime than some adults ever do. When he was born his heart showed no activity, one leg was shorter than the other and he had kidney issues.
Living with colon cancer: Hollie Taylor's story
AT HIS 55th birthday last May, doctors diagnosed Hollie Taylor with stage-one colon cancer. In the early stages of the disease, Mr Taylor tolerated his treatment very well with minimal side effects. After almost a year of fighting - one major surgery and chemo treatment - Mr Taylor is still fighting and hoping he beats the disease.
What you should know about colon cancer
IN THE medical field, the month of March is dedicated to colorectal cancer awareness. Local doctors and health care providers are hoping Bahamians gain as much knowledge as they can on the disease, more commonly known as colon cancer.
Preventing cancer in pets
Cancer is common in older pets, but there are several steps you can take while your pet is young to help prevent it. Here is your step by step guide to cancer prevention in your dogs or cats.
New fair date set for Red Cross
The Bahamas Red Cross Society has served The Bahamian community over the past 70 years, easing the suffering of Bahamians through the ravages of hurricanes, floods, fires and poverty.
Increasing awareness for better patient outcomes
Getting a diagnosis of any cancer can be frightening, but for those diagnosed with a rare cancer, the emotional toll can be much worse.
The Sudanese Nuer and Dinka Tribes and the Ivy League Brat
If you have ever been less than honest and have felt self-conscious because you see yourself as particularly truthful, then you have experienced cognitive dissonance. Festinger (1959) posited the Cognitive Dissonance theory, which asserts that cognitive dissonance occurs whenever your view of yourself conflicts with your performance in any area.
An apple a day for heart health
THE BUSY reality of daily schedules and a modern diet makes it difficult if not impossible for many people to practice the old saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”.
