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Skin cancers of the feet
July 14, 2015
Skin cancers of the feet
A common myth most people believe is that they cannot get skin cancer. This is not true. Skin cancer can develop in people of all races, from people with the palest skin to the darkest skin and all shades in between.
'Ophie and the Websites' and 'Tuff Skins Bring Rake 'n' Scrape Music to Bahamas Junkanoo Carnival
May 11, 2015
'Ophie and the Websites' and 'Tuff Skins Bring Rake 'n' Scrape Music to Bahamas Junkanoo Carnival
Exposing Bahamian Rake ?n? Scrape artists to the international stage gives residents and visitors a full understanding of what it is to be a Bahamian...
March 17, 2015
Athlete's foot is a skin infection caused by fungus known as dermatophytes
Athlete's foot is a skin infection caused by fungus known as dermatophytes.
February 09, 2015
Scabies -- the skin disease known as 'the great imitator'
Scabies is a skin disease caused by an infestation of the skin by the itch mite (Sarcoptes scabiei). The adult female scabies mite burrows into the upper layer of the skin, where it lives and deposits its eggs.
Beneath Her Skin: Ravyen Deveaux's Story
May 23, 2011
Beneath Her Skin: Ravyen Deveaux's Story
By JEFFARAH GIBSON
Tribune Features Writer
A STORY that appeared in The Tribune two weeks ago titled "Fundraiser For Bereaved Girl With Skin Disorder, would kindle a wave of sadness and a deep sense of empathy for eight year old Rayvn Deveaux.
At eight years old, how does one cope with having a serious skin disorder, being unable to see, and dealing with the death of your mother? Well, as unfo...
The importance of skin cancer checks
January 12, 2015
The importance of skin cancer checks
Getting some people to visit the doctor for annual screenings is akin to pulling teeth. But as many come to the realization that taking care of themselves is essential to living longer, healthier and happier lives, they grudgingly do their screenings for diseases like diabetes, cholesterol and hypertension. And although they may have to be dragged fighting tooth and nail to a doctor, many people n...
Skin cancers of the feet
May 26, 2014
Skin cancers of the feet
Most Bahamians feel they cannot get skin cancer. This is not true! People of all races and colors get skin cancer. This common cancer develops in people of African, Asian, Latino and Native American descent, and not just white people. All races have heard the diagnosis, "You have skin cancer". When skin cancer develops in dark skin, the cancer is often more advanced by the time it is diagnosed. Re...
PM opens Flawless Skin and Body shop in Freeport
May 12, 2014
PM opens Flawless Skin and Body shop in Freeport
FREEPORT, Grand Bahama -- Any idea by any Bahamian that is intended for developing a business for that person is a good idea to me, said Prime Minister the Rt. Hon. Perry Christie.
The Prime Minister was at the official opening of Flawless Skin and Body by Kaylisa, a beauty shop owned by Mrs. Kaylisa Beneby, and situated in the Circle Mall on West Atlantic Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama.
Joined b...
Vexing scalp and skin conditions
November 12, 2013
Vexing scalp and skin conditions
Scalp psoriasis and Seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp remain relatively uncommon around the world. However, in recent years, there appears to be some increase in Seborrheic dermatitis cases in The Bahamas, according to specialist dermatologist Dr. Herbert Olander.
Scalp psoriasis can cause red patches to form on the skin; white scales to attach to the hair shaft; patchy scaling or thick crusting...
June 14, 2013
Butler-Turner should not have let PLP MP get under her skin
Dear Editor,
The talk of the entire Commonwealth nowadays is the slap that Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) MP for Fort Charlotte Dr. Andre Rollins got from Free National Movement (FNM) MP for Long Island Loretta Butler-Turner in the House of Assembly.
The incident was witnessed by some MPs and The Nassau Guardian. From my understanding, Rollins and Butler-Turner and other PLP MPs had engaged in ...
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