- US marks record 57,683 new COVID-19 cases in 24 hours – tracker 7:52 pm
- Agriculture ministry allocates $50 million to assist small farmers 7:41 pm
- WHO says first alerted to virus by its office, not China 7:20 pm
- 6 new COVID-19 cases 6:57 pm
- Export Growth Team calls for removal of customs administrative fee 6:42 pm
- Tranquility Bay training facility reopened 6:29 pm
Health
How to strengthen your teeth
ENAMEL erosion is the weakening of the outer tooth surface caused by acids in the mouth.To know how to strengthen teeth, you'll first need to implement good oral hygiene practices that help you avoid dental issues, including enamel erosion. Read More
Smoking and COVID-19
COVID-19 is at its strongest when our immune system is weak.... Read More
UN body warns of effects of dust on Caribbean
GENEVA, Switzerland (CMC) —The World Meteorological Office (WMO) yesterday said the massive dust storm, currently blanketing many parts of the Caribbean, is posing a significant threat to regional health and has revealed the importance of having effective warning...... Read More
Men's lifestyle choices & oral health
Some of these differences reflect dental health habits that are more lacking in men than in women, whereas others may be due to higher blood pressure and risk of heart disease. The medications men take to control these conditions can be a factor,...... Read More
Race against the clock
PARIS, France (AFP) — Dozens of drugs tested. More than 100 vaccine candidates. With hundreds of clinical trials under way, here is a rundown of the major developments in the search for COVID-19 treatments and prevention. Read More
Appointment-only health fair caters to over 100 residents
OLD Harbour Bay Primary School, home of Jamaica Energy Partners' Health and Wellness Fair for the past five years, was transformed again on June 12 to accommodate the residents of Old Harbour Bay who registered to receive free medical consultations. Read More
The right way to breathe during the COVID-19 pandemic
INHALE through your nose and exhale through your mouth. It's not just something you do in yoga class — breathing this way actually provides a powerful medical benefit that can help the body fight viral infections. Read More
Diabetics uneasy over Metformin recall
THE voluntary recall of certain extended release Metformin — the most popular drug used in diabetes treatment — by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has left local diabetics on edge. Read More
Tears help
MOUNTING bills, personal health concerns, fears surrounding COVID-19, the start of the hurricane season, anxiety over family, contemplation about the meal for the next day, the loss of a job, dealing with a bad boss, grieving the death of a loved one, depression, racial and social... Read More
'Safe blood saves lives'
AS the National Blood Transfusion Services gets in gear to host an awards ceremony tomorrow to celebrate World Blood Donor Day, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is reiterating that blood donations are more necessary than ever during the current COVID-19... Read More
Orbital cellulitis and its link to dental health
BELIEVE it or not, infections that start in your mouth or sinuses can spread to other parts of your body. Read More
Want to stop overeating?
EVEN though exercise plays a huge role in weight loss, eating healthy and having a healthy relationship with food are also very important. Read More
COVID-19's stormy eyes
THE meme circulating on social media of two worms in the safe precincts of their hole discussing Government's relaxing of restrictions on bars, churches and social gatherings, only to see a massive bird called COVID-19 perched on the outside, unbeknownst to them. Read More
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