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How marijuana smoking affects your dental health
How marijuana smoking affects your dental health
Marijuana is the second highest most widely used psychotropic (mood altering) drug in the United States and likely The Bahamas, second only to alcohol. Used for many years, by the 1800's marijuana was generally accepted in mainstream medicine and was used to treat opioid withdrawal, stimulate appetite, and relieve nausea and vomiting. Marijuana may have ...
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Paving works on Gladstone Road corridor progressing steadily
The Gladstone Road paving project is progressing steadily.
An accurate diagnosis is key to dental treatment success
Would you try to patch a car tire without knowing what caused the leak or where the leak started? How about trying to fix the engine of a car without determining what is exactly the source of the problem? Today, several tests are used to make an informed diagnosis. Proper diagnosis determines accurate and successful treatment.
Nursing strike is still not off the table
Nursing strike is still not off the table
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — While conditions have improved for nurses to some degree, Bahamas Nurses Union President, Amancha Williams said the union is still not satisfied with the consistency of the Public Service Commission. Last month Williams agitated about the length of time the PSC took to process payments for nurses, and although those monies are [...]
The problem of blindsight and small island developing states
Dear Editor,Small island developing states (SIDS), like The Bahamas, despite all appearances, are really negotiating this fraught journey, as independent, democratic states, blindly. A new global order has arisen, and we are simply not sentient or savvy enough to foresee when or how the G20 high-speed locomotive tracks will switch direction, under our patched-up, little ...
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Aggressive road paving program announced by the Ministry of Works and Utilities
More than 50 roads including community roads and main roadways are a part of an “aggressive” road paving program that The Ministry of Works and Utilities has planned for 2023 and 2024.
Dozens of eager farmers turn out for ADO, CCFG backyard farming kit distribution in Abaco
Dozens of eager farmers turn out for ADO, CCFG backyard farming kit distribution in Abaco
Farmer and Abaco Chamber of Commerce President Daphne DeGregory, left, gives a backyard farming kit to a recipient in Abaco during the launch of the Agricultural Development Organization and Church Commercial Farming Group initiative in Marsh Harbour December 8.
WSC turns on water in South Andros
WSC turns on water in South Andros
Hundreds of South Andros residents now have water piped into their homes for the first time ever after the Water and Sewerage Corporation (WSC) officially commissioned the area's first pumping station yesterday.
Astec Asphalt Plant Commissioned by Minister of Works and Utilities
Bahamix’s new Astec Asphalt Plant is expected to improve the company’s credibility and reliability to its customers.
Coco Reef Craft Company revolutionizes straw work, manipulating local straw into unique shapes for apparel and home
Coco Reef Craft Company revolutionizes straw work, manipulating local straw into unique shapes for apparel and home
After leaving her retail job in 2015, Colette Ferguson boldly chose to pursue her artistic passion. She established Coco Reef Craft Company, where she turns items typically found lying on the beach into exquisite accessories for the body and home.