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Save the Children saves mothers too

Mothers and children continue to face the highest risks of death due to chronic underlying challenges, including extreme poverty, weak infrastructure, and poor governance. In 2014, more than 80 million people are projected to be in need of humanitarian assistance […]

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Valuing life inspires physical activity levels

Many health officials are calling to change the way we view physical activity: not to promote it as something we ‘have to do’ or ‘should do’ but as

Attitudes inhibit condom use

Despite condoms being one of the best ways to prevent pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as human papilloma virus (HPV) and HIV, their use is still

DEBUNKING CANCER MYTHS

World Cancer Day was celebrated on 4 February. Each year the World Health Organization (WHO) supports the International Union Against Cancer and promotes ways to ease the global burden of

Specialist says too many suffer for lack of post injury and illness rehabilitation

The discussion makes him passionate. Pedro Forte believes too many people are sitting around idle instead of taking personal responsibility to become ambulatory, exercise and participate in rehabilitation in

Why urban health matters

The rapid increase in the number of urban inhabitants will be among the most important global health issues of the 21st century. Urban living is becoming more predominant

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!

Caribbean Medical News would like to wish all our readers in the Caribbean and indeed worldwide the very best for the Christmas season. Your patronage and unparalleled support

Soda health threat remains high

 Dr. Cory Couillard Just about every week, it seems, a new study warns of the potential health risks of consuming soda and excess sugar. Sugar and soda has been linked

SURGEONS EMOTIONALLY AFFECTED BY MAJOR SURGERIES

Contrary to popular belief, surgeons are affected by the outcomes of major surgeries. Researchers from the Imperial College in London in the UK said that the operating room

Cause for life

By Latoya Burnham Medical professionals in Barbados are fighting to get a policy that can help formulate legislation allowing organs to be donated by the deceased. Local renal transplant

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