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The Importance of Understanding Blood Pressure World Hypertension Day 2019 reminds us to ‘Know Your Numbers’
May 17, 2019
The Importance of Understanding Blood Pressure World Hypertension Day 2019 reminds us to ‘Know Your Numbers’
Are you suffering from high blood pressure? In The Bahamas, it’s an epidemic silent killer. A 2006 healthy lifestyle initiative led by the government noted that approximately 21 percent of the Bahamian populace had hypertension. And according to a 2012 PAHO report, the number one cause of death in The Bahamas between 2006 and 2009 was related to hypertensive disease with 688 deaths.
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Bahamian Minister of Health elected President of the Pan American Health Organization's 56th Directing Council
September 27, 2018
Bahamian Minister of Health elected President of the Pan American Health Organization's 56th Directing Council
The Bahamian Ministry of Health, Duane Ernest Lascelles Sands, has been elected President of the Pan American Health Organization?s (PAHO) 56th Directing Council, which convenes the Region?s health authorities...
August 16, 2018
Cleveland Clinic Ranked No. 2 Hospital in the United States by U.S. News & World Report No. 1 in Heart Care for 24th Consecutive Year No. 1 in Urology
For the third year in a row, Cleveland Clinic is ranked the No. 2 hospital in the United States by U.S. News & World Report, while holding the No. 1 ranking in urology and retaining its position as the nation?s No. 1...
U.S. News & World Report Ranks Cleveland Clinic Florida Among Best in Region and Nation
August 31, 2017
U.S. News & World Report Ranks Cleveland Clinic Florida Among Best in Region and Nation
Cleveland Clinic Florida?s Orthopedics Program is Highest Ranked in Florida...For 19 consecutive years, Cleveland Clinic has ranked among the top five hospitals in the United States, according to the annual report issued by U.S. News & World Report...
"Mechanical Circulatory Support in Children with Congenital Heart Diseases Expands Life Expectancy"
May 12, 2017
"Mechanical Circulatory Support in Children with Congenital Heart Diseases Expands Life Expectancy"
?The expected outcomes and management of congenital heart disease has changed considerably over the last 20 years wherein conditions such as hypoplastic...
April 11, 2017
Major had 'no serious medical issues' while at prison
Drug convict Dwight Major has not experienced any serious medical issues since he has been detained at the Bahamas Department of Correctional Services, a magistrate heard yesterday.
Dr. Timothy Providence, one of three medical practitioners assigned to the prison, was testifying at the 48-year-old's sentencing hearing.
On February 15, Major pleaded guilty to possession of a .45 pistol and 10 bulle...
Diabetes: A Modifiable Risk Factor for Heart Disease
November 29, 2016
Diabetes: A Modifiable Risk Factor for Heart Disease
November is World Diabetes Month, a time to consider how diabetes impacts overall systems in the body including the cardiovascular system.
Beat this! 22 amazing facts about your heart
September 29, 2016
Beat this! 22 amazing facts about your heart
World Heart Day is September 29 and Cleveland Clinic, recently ranked U.S. News & World Report?s No. 1 hospital for cardiology and heart surgery for the 22nd successive year, shares 22 amazing facts about your heart.
August 31, 2016
Cleveland Clinic ranked No. 2 hospital in America by U.S. News World Report
Cleveland Clinic, a top five mainstay in U.S. News & World Report's annual hospital rankings for 18 consecutive years, has climbed to number two in the U.S. while retaining its position as the nation's number one hospital for cardiology and heart surgery for the 22nd successive year.
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.
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