United States Northern Command Conduct a 3 Day Operation

United States Northern Command in cooperation with United States Navy Fleet Forces Command and the United States Embassy Nassau conducted a 3-day (7-9 August) subject matter expert exchange with the Royal Bahamas Police and Defence Forces

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Bank treats youngsters

SCOTIABANK (Bahamas) teamed up with the Department of Public Health to host a 'Day at the Zoo' treat for children from the latter's Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect Unit.

The children enjoyed a day at the Ardastra Gardens and Zoo, where they were treated to a live performance by Derek Adams and Charlie the Yellow Bahamian.

Althea Turner-Neilly, the SCAN unit's coordinator, said: "At the SCAN un...

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Early Diagnosis and Significant Advances in Treatment Could Reduce High Lung Cancer Death Rate, Says Cleveland Clinic Expert

With early screening and ongoing advances in treatment options, there is no reason for lung cancer to maintain its reputation as one of the deadliest cancers, according to an expert from global health system Cleveland Clinic, speaking ahead of World Lung Cancer Day [August 1].

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CIBC FirstCaribbean launches Walk for the Cure 2023 with $51K donation

CIBC FirstCaribbean's annual flagship fundraiser, Walk for the Cure (WFTC), generated $51,000 for major cancer care organizations across The Bahamas last year. Representatives from Sister Sister Breast Cancer Support Group, Cancer Society of The Bahamas and GD Sharing and Caring were recently presented with the funds raised as the bank launched WFTC 2023.

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CIBC FirstCaribbean Launches Walk for the Cure 2023 with $51,000 Donation

CIBC FirstCaribbean’s annual flagship fundraiser, Walk for the Cure (WFTC), generated $51,000 for major cancer care organizations across The Bahamas last year. Representatives from Sister Sister Breast Cancer Support Group, Cancer Society of The Bahamas and GD Sharing and Caring were recently presented with the funds raised as the bank launched WFTC 2023.

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Shirley Hall Bass Legacy Project and University of The Bahamas Partner to Empower Educators and Dancers During Dance Integration Conference

To commemorate The Bahamas’ 50th anniversary of Independence, the Shirley HallBass Legacy Project has partnered with University of The Bahamas (UB), the Ministry ofEducation and Technical and Vocational Training, the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture and University of The Bahamas (UB) to present its 5th Annual Dance Educators Forum,"Dance Integration: Beyond Imagination," from 27th to 30th J...

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Jay Coakley has rung the bell - twice!

After a year of fighting, Winston "Jay" Coakley, 15, has beaten desmoplastic small round cell tumor (DSCRCT) - a rare, aggressive, mutated cancer normally found in the stomach, but that showed up on his upper-right thigh, which is even rarer.

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Traumatic Brain Injury and Its Impact on Patients' Lives

Accidental or sports-related traumatic brain injury (TBI) is the primary cause of death and disability among children and young adults in the United States. TBI is also a significant concern for those over 75 who are prone to falling. An estimated 5 million Americans live with the difficulties of a TBI-related long-term disability.

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Bahamian Culture

Saturday 6th April 2024

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The SHYFT Conference 2024

Friday 26th January 2024  7:30 AM

Excited to be a featured panellist at this years SHYFT Conference. Scan the QR code for more info.