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April 05, 2024
GoFundMe seeks to help family after murder of former MP Saunders

THE FAMILY of Don Saunders is seeking to raise over $300,000 to pay off his housing debts and support his grieving wife and teenage children.

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April 02, 2024
Hip and Knee Adult reconstruction surgeon and orthopaedic oncologist at Cleveland Clinic Florida Dr. Jorge Manrique-Succar, Discusses Innovative Robotic Total Knee Arthroplasty at Bahamas Medical Association Conference

Dr. Jorge Manrique – Succar M.D., who specializes in orthopaedic oncology and hip and knee adult reconstruction surgery at Cleveland Clinic Florida, shared information on Robotic Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA), a robotic procedure that offers more precise visuals allowing better precision for doctors performing the procedure.

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March 12, 2024
Study Shows Bariatric Surgery Provides Superior Long-Term Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes in Patients with Obesity

Twelve-year data indicate greater weight loss and fewer diabetes medications after bariatric surgery compared to usual care

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January 30, 2024
Prime Minister Davis officially launches Public Hospitals Authority Foundation

The Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) officially launched its PHA Foundation aimed at improving the level of care to patients who present at the country’s hospitals and clinics for health services.

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January 12, 2024
BTVI Spreading Wings to Exuma

Deputy Prime Minister and Member of Parliament for Exuma, the Honourable Chester Cooper, expressed excitement during the recent signing of the contract for renovations of the Exuma Foundation Resource Centre which will become a temporary location for the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute’s (BTVI) satellite location.

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November 30, 2023
Common Myths About HIV and AIDS

In The Bahamas, data shows that there were approximately 4,447 people living with HIV/AIDS in 2022, down 16% from 2017. In the United State (U.S.) about 1.2 million people are living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). And while the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 34,800 new cases of HIV developed in 2019, this number actually represents an 8% decrease as compa...

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November 13, 2023
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.

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November 06, 2023
Tackling Breast Cancer Head-on, Cleveland Clinic Doctor Answers Tough Questions on Breast Cancer and Treatment Options Available Today

Breast cancer is no stranger to women. Whether you’ve lost someone to it, or supported a loved on their healing journey, women worldwide are too familiar with the disease.

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November 01, 2023
Signs Your Anxiety Is on the Rise

We all feel fear, worry and stress at different moments in our lives. And sometimes, those feelings have the power to overwhelm us. But if that’s a common human condition, how do you know if you’re experiencing a healthy amount of anxiety or if you have an anxiety disorder? Where is the line?

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October 23, 2023
Sandilands to Host 2nd Art Competition and Auction

Sandilands Rehabilitation Centre (SRC) is set to host its 2nd Art Exhibition, Competition, and Auction onOctober 27, 2023, in remembrance of the late Malcolm Rae, coinciding with World Occupational TherapyDay.

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