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May 24, 2023
Psychologist explains how to help children develop coping skills ahead of a disaster

With hurricanes increasing in both frequency and intensity, one mental health expert suggests that natural disaster preparedness include learning to psychologically cope with the approach of a storm, and the aftermath of what could be a traumatic event for parent and child.

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May 05, 2023
We must remain alert to protect our children 

Dear Editor, Nobody ever thinks it can happen to them. Nobody thinks they know a child predator. Until it is too late!

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March 07, 2023
Vaping among children and teens can become a public health crisis

Vaping is a very dangerous trend among children and teens in The Bahamas today. A recent conversation with a diverse group of young adults confirmed my suspicions. My concern is that parents of underage children seemed to be unaware of this unnoticed pop culture.

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Flatfoot in children
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February 28, 2023
Flatfoot in children

It brings great joy when parents see the fat, cuddly feet of their children and watch them waddle down the hallway making their first steps. Those cute, flat, cuddly feet are one of the hallmarks of childhood that can become a vexing foot problem later in life – flatfeet.

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February 28, 2023
Thumb and finger sucking in children

February is widely regarded as Children's Dental Health Month. This is important because the proper information can save resources and more importantly save a life. And there are effects of finger and thumb sucking in children.

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February 22, 2023
Health And Wellness Ministry Refutes Alarmist Message Regarding An Increase In Illness Affecting Children And Insufficient Medication

The Ministry of Health & Wellness is refuting a voice note message issued by the Opposition Chairman Dr. Duane Sands which seeks to suggest that there is an alarming increase in the number of upper respiratory and gastroenteritis infections across the country, the majority of which are occurring in children.

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November 25, 2022
Entrepreneur welcomed as ‘part of the family’ by GB Children’s Home

An entrepreneurial partnership known for focusing on social and environmental responsibilityhas been welcomed to the Grand Bahama community as “part of the family” thanks to itsinterest in and support for the cause of children in need.

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October 26, 2022
'DON'T DEPORT MY CHILDREN TO HAITI': US resident says her daughters, ages 9 and 11, held by Immigration

A HAITIAN mother who is a resident of the United States is calling on the government to release her children who were allegedly taken into custody by the Department of Immigration while they were attempting to travel to America in what was a suspected smuggling operation.

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September 21, 2021
Hanna Martin: Many children have fallen through the cracks during pandemic

GLENYS Hanna Martin, newly appointed education minister, has pledged to help transform the face of education in the country, noting that too many students have "fallen between the cracks" amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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September 02, 2021
JUST WHAT THE DOCTOR ORDERED: Minnis reveals free school meals plan for all children regardless of family income

IN A bid to eliminate childhood hunger, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis last night announced his administration would implement a universal school meals programme in the public school system if re-elected.

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