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The clinical laboratory scientist fixer
December 20, 2016
The clinical laboratory scientist fixer
From Zimbabwe's first diagnosed case of HIV/AIDS in 1985, up to 1997, the country's health situation became increasingly dire. At the disease's peak between 2000 and 2003, according to health statistics, 29 percent of the population was infected. Since then Zimbabwe has made significant strides in the fight against HIV/AIDS, and a Bahamian has been in the middle of it. Shanette Nixon, a consultant...
December 24, 2013
Bahamas Medical Center's clinical exercise physiologist wins international award
Bahamas Medical Center's (BMC) Clinical Exercise Physiologist Sharad Johnson is the 2013 recipient of the Medical Fitness Association's (MFA) Rising Star Award -- International Region.
Johnson, one of the key team members at Medical Fitness Center at BMC on Blake Road, received his award at the annual MFA Conference in San Diego, California in November.
"MFA is thrilled to have such strong leaders...
July 02, 2013
New doctors graduate from the UWI School of Clinical Medicine and Research
The medical fraternity in The Bahamas welcomed 30 new doctors who graduated from the University of the West Indies School of Clinical Medicine and Research Bahamas Campus on June 17, at the British Colonial Hilton.
Before a packed room of dignitaries, medical professionals, family and friends the new physicians donned their robes and took their oath to serve their fellow men...
September 17, 2012
University Of West Indies School Of Clinical Medicine Research Hosts 6th Research Day
Nassau, Bahamas - Under the theme "Building Healthy Communities, the Research Agenda", the Bahamas-based University of the West Indies School of Clinical Medicine and Research (UWI-SCMR) will host its 6th Annual Research Day September 20-21, sponsored by Royal Bank of Canada.
Study Shows Bariatric Surgery Provides Superior Long-Term Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes in Patients with Obesity
March 12, 2024
Study Shows Bariatric Surgery Provides Superior Long-Term Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes in Patients with Obesity
Twelve-year data indicate greater weight loss and fewer diabetes medications after bariatric surgery compared to usual care
Transforming Foot Care Through Foot Fest 2024
March 06, 2024
Transforming Foot Care Through Foot Fest 2024
The Ministry of Health & Wellness Bahamas, in partnership with Barry University announced the official launch of “Foot Fest 2024”, a transformative health and wellness event focused on foot care. This free podiatry event which began on Sunday, March 3 in New Providence continues until Friday March 8, and will also extend its free services to the Grand Bahama community on Wednesday, March 6, 20...
Cleveland Clinic-Led Study Discovers Link between High Levels of Niacin - a Common B Vitamin - and Heart Disease
February 28, 2024
Cleveland Clinic-Led Study Discovers Link between High Levels of Niacin - a Common B Vitamin - and Heart Disease
Cleveland Clinic researchers have identified a new pathway that contributes to cardiovascular disease associated with high levels of niacin, a common B vitamin previously recommended to lower cholesterol.
Doctors Hospital and Health City Cayman Islands arrangement to streamline and reduce off-island care cost
February 01, 2024
Doctors Hospital and Health City Cayman Islands arrangement to streamline and reduce off-island care cost
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Doctors Hospital executives yesterday lauded the collaboration with Health City Cayman Islands as a "transformative" arrangement aimed at reducing costs and streamlining off-island care for Bahamians, thereby establishing a lower price point for complex medical services that have been traditionally undertaken in South Florida. Dennis Deveaux, the BISX-listed healthcare provider...
January 11, 2024
Psychologist's Tips for Setting Achievable New Year’s Health Resolutions in 2024
New Year’s resolutions are often abandoned almost as soon as they are made, but according to a psychologist from global health system Cleveland Clinic, the problem could lie in how the resolutions were formulated, rather than a perceived lack of willpower.
December 18, 2023
Cleveland Clinic Researchers Working to Create Universal Flu Vaccine
Every year, a new flu shot is created based on different factors, like which types of the virus are expected to be the most common.
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