Investing in healthcare quality is not an optional expense, it’s a strategic decision that yields both financial and clinical returns. When quality is neglected, the consequences are clear: inefficient operations, patient harm, reputational damage...
WHEN 22-year-old Ashley O’Connor reflects on the person who helped shape her into the woman she is today, her voice softens with gratitude. “I have never felt a greater peace until my second mom came into my life,” said the young Kingston native. O...
WITH THE leadership of the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW), through its Policy, Planning and Development Division, Jamaica launched its first Health Labour Market Analysis (HLMA), marking a major step forward in efforts to strengthen the...
WHEN ANAKAY Montaque, 59, speaks about the power of blood, she is not referring to faith alone. She is talking about the literal, lifesaving kind, the type selflessly donated by strangers, coursing through her veins and giving her a second chance...
AS THE Lupus Foundation of Jamaica (LFJ) marks its 41st year of service, Suzette Roper honours her late mother’s memory through a gift of healing and art for Lupus Warriors, facilitated by creative wellness pioneer, Shawn Ashman. At 41, Suzette...
Jason Tyndale* is fast approaching the big 5-0! He has lived a somewhat fulfilling life with a successful career, a great family life, and, of course, a close-knit group of friends he can always rely on. But deep down there was something missing!...
MUSIC THERAPY is used to address a wide range of emotional, cognitive, and physical challenges due to its ability to stimulate the brain and evoke various responses. It leverages the power of music to help individuals explore their emotions,...
The entrepreneurial story of Shontelle Pinch’s dive into the mushroom business turned its first page with her desire to understand brain health, hormonal balance and their collective impact on health and longevity. Of personal interest, besides her...
Published:Wednesday | June 11, 2025 | 12:05 AMYohann White MD
I had grown fond of an elderly patient who was living with dementia. Her family took such good care of her. Her hair was always nicely done, the grey strands glistening like silverware because of the copious petroleum jelly. Her neck, white as...
Every June, Men’s Health Month serves as a powerful reminder for men to prioritise their health. While many men pride themselves on toughing it out, ignoring warning signs can lead to serious, sometimes life-threatening conditions. Early detection...
While still a developing industry on the island, psilocybin producers and retailers here are jointly devoted in championing the benefits of the ‘magic mushroom’ in effecting turnarounds for persons plagued by mood and behavioural afflictions....
AGEING IS often seen as a period of decline, but it doesn’t have to be. Many seniors are now discovering that their golden years can also be their most creative. From painting and pottery to embroidery and crochet, older adults are tapping into the...
LEX-ANN MARTIN is a fighter, and on days when she feels fragile, she digs deep and finds the inner strength and determination to persevere. Martin was diagnosed in 2019, with lupus, an autoimmune disease that attacks your own tissues and organs....
The Lupus Foundation of Jamaica has dedicated over 40 years of service to improving the lives and outcomes of persons affected by lupus, through information, education, advocacy and support. Dr Desiree Tulloch-Reid, a specialist in internal...
Each May, the world shines a light on a subject that touches us all – mental health awareness. But for Jamaica, this is more than a campaign; it’s a call to action. Mental health is not just about illnesses like depression or anxiety. It’s about...
Have you been experiencing light-headedness, fainting spells, unstable blood pressure especially low blood pressure, (particularly upon standing). Have you been experiencing abnormal heart racing? Then, this information may interest you. When the...
Certain old lifestyle traditions and traditional medicine practices can be valuable for managing or complementing modern medical treatments for a variety of conditions. These practices, rooted in ancient healing systems, offer holistic approaches...
Dr Piou-Brewer’s holistic retreats are held four times a year in St Ann and St Mary in locations including Boscobel, Tower Isle, Mammee Bay and Ocho Rios. Also championing – monitored psilocybin dosing – is consultant psychiatrist and Government...
Lifestyle diseases refer to chronic conditions primarily caused by unhealthy habits and choices such as poor diet, smoking, a lack of physical activity, and excessive alcohol consumption. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is paramount as it is a...
Canopy Insurance Limited, one of Jamaica’s premier life and health insurers, has partnered with MDLink Group Limited (MDLink), a leader in telemedicine solutions across the Caribbean, to provide all Canopy members with free tele-consult therapy...
AMYLOIDOSIS AND THE HEART Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) can be caused by the accumulation and deposition of an abnormal protein (amyloid) in the structures that lie within the carpal tunnel. Amyloidosis is a generic term for a group of diseases...
Beginning in his early childhood, depression held its grasp on Kynan Cooke’s life for a protracted stretch of time. “As early as I can remember, from five or six years old, I recall feeling the dullness of mood for over 30 years,” the 55-year-old...
Throughout the continental United States, the first full week of May each year is observed as Peripheral Neuropathy Week. This year it ran from May 4-11. The goal is to bring public awareness to a condition that is estimated to affect about 2.4 per...
Healthy mothers are better equipped to provide emotional support, guidance, and a stable home environment for their children. Your health as a mother is crucial because it directly impacts the well-being of families, children, and the broader...
DO YOU handle stress as well as you used to? For most folks, it gets harder as the years go by and that is a potential problem for their health. Stress increases the risks for chronic disease, to which the body is already more vulnerable after a...
