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August 11, 2016
House members 'obligated' to pass proposed NHI Act & ensure implementation
Members on both sides of the floor of the House of Assembly have an obligation to not only pass the proposed National Health Insurance Act 2016 [short title], but to also ensure its implementation, Minister of Social Services and Community Development, the Hon. Melanie Sharon Griffin said Thursday.
A sobering message delivered
June 21, 2016
A sobering message delivered
An all-male audience was delivered a sobering message by cardiologist Dr. Duane Sands: the number one cause of death among Bahamian men is gunshot wound, and it has been the number one killer for the last three years, followed by cardiovascular disease and HIV/AIDS.
According to Dr. Sands approximately 300 to 350 gunshot wound victims are seen annually, the same amount of stabbings and about 2,500...
Your flat abs plan
July 05, 2016
Your flat abs plan
One of the most frequent questions that I'm asked is "How can I get great abs?"
You may have pondered this question at some time or another.
Many people are frustrated by their stomachs, to the point of giving up after doing dozens of crunches with zero improvement.
It's time to forget everything you've heard about how to sculpt your abs.
Quite simply, crunches alone won't give you a six-pack.
Doi...
A new prescription for you
July 11, 2016
A new prescription for you
Dr. Joseph Mercola, a well-known health advocate, has an interesting take on exercise. He believes that it should be prescribed, like any other medication -- in daily doses.
"The simple act of writing out a prescription for exercise is an excellent approach to being proactive in regard to your health. It's also far more logical, inexpensive and actually radically reduces your risk of almost every ...
May 06, 2016
PM in talks for University of Miami medical school in Grand Bahama
PRIME Minister Perry Christie and Minister of Health Dr Perry Gomez led high level discussions with medical officials of the University of Miami in Freeport on Friday concerning a possible extension of a medical school in Grand Bahama, where there are plans for a new state-of-the-art medical facility.
New FNM senator calls for bipartisan Bahamas
May 03, 2016
New FNM senator calls for bipartisan Bahamas
MONIQUE Gomez, newly appointed senator for the Free National Movement (FNM), is calling for Bahamians to put aside party politics and focus on nation building.
This man's microchip can predict your future
April 27, 2016
This man's microchip can predict your future
It would be remiss to describe Chris Toumazou's path to professorship as anything other than unconventional. Make that highly unconventional.
Night Shift Work May Be Tough on a Woman's Heart
April 27, 2016
Night Shift Work May Be Tough on a Woman's Heart
Women who work rotating night shifts may face a slightly increased risk of heart disease, a new study suggests.
10 Surprising Benefits of Eating 3 Bananas a Day
April 05, 2016
10 Surprising Benefits of Eating 3 Bananas a Day
Bananas are incredibly versatile fruits that can be used to make refreshing smoothies, add delicious flavor to a baked meal, or simply eaten on-the-go.
Benefits of aqua aerobics
April 04, 2016
Benefits of aqua aerobics
Aqua aerobics consists of a variety of exercises that are done in a pool or other body of water. In water aerobics, the body is the basic piece of exercise equipment. Various movements can increase intensity or water resistance.
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