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2010/2011 Budget Debate Contribution - Health Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis
I rise on behalf of the Ministry of Health to make my contribution to this 2010/2011 budget presentation and thank the great constituency of Killarney for the opportunity to present this, my third health budget to this honorable chamber.
I wish to congratulate the Rt. Hon. Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Hon. Hubert Alexander Ingraham, for his courage in presenting a Budget that is re...
New protocols at Ministry of Health
New protocols at Ministry of Health
Performance targets to make public healthcare staff more accountable. The Ministry of Health and the Department of Public Health will introduce performance targets for all its employees within the public healthcare clinic system in order to make them more accountable to patients, Minister of Health Dr. the Hon. Hubert A. Minnis said.
Donovan Lionel Ingraham gearing up for Mr. Caribbean International Fitness Challenge in Jamaica
Donovan Lionel Ingraham gearing up for Mr. Caribbean International Fitness Challenge in Jamaica
Nassau, Bahamas -
Twenty-six year- old Donovan Lionel
Ingraham, a graduate of Dalhousie University and aspiring dentist, who
trains dolphins and enjoys fitness training, is the new Mr. Caribbean
Bahamas Fitness Challenge Winner.
Competing in mixed martial arts, football,
beach relay racing, golf, tug-o-war, indoor gym fitness, physique, and
interview, Donovan emerged the winner from the new...
Preventable dental problems associated with bad habits
Consistent practicing of bad habits generally results in bad consequences. With knowledge and correction, these bad habits can save you from pain and suffering and of course your pocket book. The best part about practicing good habits is they go a long way toward a healthier and happier life.
Allyson Maynard Gibson on the passing of Jackson Burnside
The Editor
Jackson Burnside was a Renaissance
Man. His intellectual curiosity, commitment to and love of country,
view of his place in the universe and his courage came from his parents,
the late Dr. Jackson Burnside (the first black Bahamian dentist) and
Mrs. Gertrude Burnside (the first black Bahamian and the first Bahamian
female pharmacist). Although an architect by profession, Jackson w...
Common dental-created problems you can avoid
Common dental-created problems you can avoid
Most serious dental problems are associated with bad habits. If we practice bad habits, there are usually consequences. Correcting these dental habits in a timely fashion go a long way toward managing your dental expenses and living a healthier life. This is the first in a two-part series on common dental problems you can avoid ...
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Dental hygienist visits are important
Dental hygienist visits are important
The dental hygienist is a licensed dental professional registered with the dental association or regulatory body within The Bahamas. The dental hygienist serves as the gatekeeper to the world of oral health. However, they look after more than just teeth and gums. The mouth offers a glimpse into the overall health of the body.
Effective management of sensitive teeth
Effective management of sensitive teeth
Do you suffer from hot or cold sensitivity? Does cool air bother your teeth? If the answer to these questions is yes, then you should speak to your dentist about treatment for sensitive teeth.
Teeth grinding causes serious oral health complications
Most people probably grind and clench their teeth from time to time. Bruxism is when teeth grinding occurs on a regular basis and the person is not aware of it. The teeth can be damaged and several oral health complications can arise.
Campus Walkabout Connects BTVI President and Students
President of the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI), Dr. Robert W. Robertson, recently conducted a walkabout to visit classrooms, workshops and labs at the Old Trail Road campus