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COVID COMEBACK: Health officials confirm one COVID-19 related death as cases increase in the country
January 07, 2024
COVID COMEBACK: Health officials confirm one COVID-19 related death as cases increase in the country
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- The Ministry of Health & Wellness has confirmed that there has been one COVID-19-related death in Grand Bahama as the country grapples with a notable uptick in COVID-19 infections since December 2023. Minister of Health & Wellness Dr Michael Darville, not only confirmed Sunday afternoon that there is currently an uptick of COVID-19 [...]
January 08, 2024
One man dead as 36 cases of COVID-19 reported in six weeks
CASES of COVID-19 are on the rise in New Providence and Grand Bahama, with one man dying.
December 14, 2023
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Rich don't pay while the poor struggle
Dear Editor, I appreciate you for allowing me to speak truth to power without fear or favor. Too many of us sit idly by and have a problem with what's being said but need help to gather the courage to say something. These same people would be the first to complain about anything and criticize [...]
Common Myths About HIV and AIDS
November 30, 2023
Common Myths About HIV and AIDS
In The Bahamas, data shows that there were approximately 4,447 people living with HIV/AIDS in 2022, down 16% from 2017. In the United State (U.S.) about 1.2 million people are living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). And while the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 34,800 new cases of HIV developed in 2019, this number actually represents an 8% decrease as compa...
Common dental problems and diseases
October 10, 2023
Common dental problems and diseases
Experiencing dental pain and suffering can be traumatic and unpleasant. Are you aware that most of the diseases and problems in dentistry can be easily prevented? This week's column is the first in a two-part series on the four most common dental diseases and problems usually seen in dental offices today. Toothaches: Toothaches are one of ...
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Eleuthera student dies at 17 from dengue fever
October 03, 2023
Eleuthera student dies at 17 from dengue fever
A 17-year-old student of Central Eleuthera High School died at home on Sunday morning several days after he was diagnosed with dengue fever, according to his mother, who also told The Nassau Guardian he was born with a hole in his heart.
Energy drinks may damage your teeth
September 26, 2023
Energy drinks may damage your teeth
Energy drinks are quite popular. They are considered an alternative to sodas yet they, too, contain a high amount of sugar and caffeine. What you may not know is that the sugar and acid content in energy drinks can cause severe damage to teeth enamel. Energy drinks and their impact on your oral health. The ...
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September 22, 2023
BMOTIA: Global Sales and Marketing Missions Concludes in Atlanta
This week, the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation (BMOTIA) closed out the last leg of its successful series of Global Sales and Marketing Missions in North America with a visit to Atlanta. The mission to Atlanta sought to reengage tourism partners and reconnect with film and production stakeholders to help boost visitor arrivals from the area and identify new opportunities to deve...
"It's Taking Bread Out Of Our Mouths"
September 18, 2023
"It's Taking Bread Out Of Our Mouths"
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The saying taking bread out of a man's mouth also applies to life on the high seas. Fishermen are speaking out against the age-old problem of illegal poaching in Bahamian waters.
Baby teeth are just as important as permanent teeth
September 12, 2023
Baby teeth are just as important as permanent teeth
Since baby teeth are lost naturally, people generally believe they are not important. This is a gross misconception. The truth of the matter is, baby teeth are very important. In this column, we explain the critical importance of the primary teeth (baby teeth) and discuss their role in preparing for a child's healthy development. Primary ...
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