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Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction
May 25, 2021
Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction
Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction is one of the most common problems of the foot and ankle. It occurs when the posterior tibial tendon becomes inflamed or torn. As a result, the tendon may not be able to provide stability and support for the arch of the foot, resulting in flatfoot.
High heels and your feet
May 18, 2021
High heels and your feet
No other shoe has been recognized as a symbol of leisure, sexuality, style and sophistication than the high-heeled shoe.
Prime Minister Ingraham's Address to the Nation
February 05, 2010
Prime Minister Ingraham's Address to the Nation
Continuing my practice of addressing you at the beginning of each year, I am pleased once again for the opportunity of sharing with you my outlook for the New Year.
We were fortunate over the last year not to experience the ravages of any natural disasters, in particular hurricanes to which we are annually exposed and which many scientists suggest are becoming more powerful due to climate chang...
Health officials to expand fight against CNCDs
December 28, 2010
Health officials to expand fight against CNCDs
Nassau
, The Bahamas - Public Health officials will expand their efforts
in the fight against chronic, non-communicable diseases (CNCDs) in 2011,
Minister of Health Dr. the Hon. Hubert A. Minnis said recently.
Dr. Minnis said CNCDs such as diabetes, hypertension, cancer
and cardiovascular diseases continued to be the leading causes of illness,
hospitalisation and death among Bahamians over the c...
MAY 2020: Lupus Awareness Month
May 13, 2020
MAY 2020: Lupus Awareness Month
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune condition that can cause inflammation throughout your body. However, it tends to primarily be a localized condition, so it’s not always systemic.
An autoimmune disease is a condition in which your body’s own immune system is responsible for the inflammation and breakdown of its own cells.
Many people with lupus experience a mild version of it, but it can bec...
May 28, 2019
Lupus 242 Holds 3rd Annual Health Talk to Educate Members
On Saturday May 18th, Lupus 242 held its 3rd Annual Health Talk at the University of The Bahamas. Educating the public about lupus is one of the major goals of the local non-profit organization. The group also provides support and information for persons in The Bahamas living with the illness...
Tips For Healthy Kidneys
March 06, 2019
Tips For Healthy Kidneys
The kidneys are important organs that affect many other body parts, including the heart. Follow these tips to keep them working efficiently: Avoid extra salt, Exercise, Stay hydrated, Use medications with caution and Know the risk factors.
What happens to your feet as you age
September 05, 2017
What happens to your feet as you age
Aging takes its toll on your feet and ankles as it does with the rest of the body. By the time we reach age 65, most of us will have walked more than 75,000 miles (three times around the equator), and bore several million tons of weight on our feet. Given the amount of stress we put on our feet in a lifetime, it's easy to see why certain foot problems seem unavoidable even with healthy aging. Over...
Foot pain is not normal
January 04, 2016
Foot pain is not normal
Beginning a new exercise program is very rewarding but can also have some setbacks. Foot pain is one of the most common reasons why people do not start an exercise program or stop their existing exercise programs.
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