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BTVI takes spa experience to new levels
BTVI takes spa experience to new levels
The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) recently opened its renovated massage therapy spa on its main campus, Old Trail Road. The vision of Chair of the Beauty Trades department, Dr. Donnalee Minnis, the project cost just under $50,000 and took four months to complete...
Amber Spa manager: The sun is one of the biggest culprits in rapidly aging your skin
Everyone wants to look young, but if you don't have a skin care regime, as you age, it will definitely show in your face. And it's for this reason that spa manager Carlethia Thurston says people should now be taking extra care of their skin from as young as 25 -- 10 years younger than what previously used to be the recommended age.
One of the biggest culprits in rapidly aging skin is the sun.
"The...
Sports Minister Aims to Improve Elite Athletes' Subvention
Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture, the Hon. Michael Pintard said that over the course of the next five years, it is the intention of the Government of The Bahamas to improve subvention to elite athletes, improve facilities available for athletes, and strengthen the country?s junior programs in order to produce more world class athletes...
The function and importance of ear wax
The function and importance of ear wax
Ear wax, or cerumen, is a yellowish, waxy, natural substance produced by glands in the skin of the outer ear canal of humans and other mammals to protect the ear canals from damage and infection. Ear wax consists mainly of shed skin cells, hair, and the secretions of the ceruminous and sebaceous glands of the outer ear canal.
Ear wax serves several important functions in the ear canal so removing ...
Finance Minister Discussed Revenue Measures; Tax Relief
During the Budget Communication 2017/2018 in the House of Assembly, Wednesday, May 31, 2017 Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. K. Peter Turnquest listed the various revenue measures that will be undertaken by the Government...
Solomon's Fresh Market donates 1,500 to Cancer Society
The Cancer Society of The Bahamas received a boost in funding to assist with the group's ongoing projects, as Solomon's Fresh Market donated $1,500 -- proceeds from its 2nd Fun Walk & Health Fair -- to the organization.
During the health fair, vendors showcased products and services geared towards living a healthier lifestyle at the store's Old Fort Bay location. The event kicked off with a three-...
Medical volunteers needed for 2017 Commonwealth Youth Games
The 2017 Commonwealth Youth Games (CYG) in The Bahamas will feature about 1,300 athletes from the participating member countries of the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF), which means that there will be a need for local medical officers to step forward and volunteer their services.
According to Dr. Ricky Davis, the lead doctor on the CYG team, over 200 volunteers would be required to accommodate ...
Bahamas wedding supplies featured at MOT's Signature Bridal Show in Atlanta, Georgia
Several destination wedding and honeymoon suppliers from the Islands of The Bahamas were featured during the Ministry of Tourism?s (MOT) launched of its new Romance Circuit Signature Bridal Show, in Atlanta, Georgia.
A time of renewal
A time of renewal
There's no doubt about it, if one wishes to be successful in life across the board, you've got to work extremely hard day in and day out in pursuit of your predetermined goals and objectives. No one can hope to succeed in any phase of their life without lots and lots of real hard work, with plenty of frustration thrown in for good measure, as problems occur along the way that obviously have to be ...
Bunion exercises
Bunion exercises
Exercise is good for the entire body, including the feet. After an injury or surgery, a conditioning exercise program will help you return to daily activities faster and enjoy a more active, healthy lifestyle. Following a well-structured conditioning program will also help you return to sports and other recreational activities faster. A general foot-conditioning program would provide a wide range ...