Nutrition

SPICE AND YOUR BRAIN

The term “spicy food”, often used by restaurants in the Western Hemisphere, is sometimes misleading. Spicy does not necessarily mean “pepper hot.” A spice is a plant-based substance with an...

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BodyPrevention

Advancing Breast Cancer Detection in Guyana: Expanding Access, Saving Lives

Breast Cancer: Early Detection Saves Lives Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in...

Body

The Positive Aspects of Aesthetic Enhancement

Cosmetic enhancement procedures have surged in popularity globally, driven largely by technological advancements, increased societal acceptance, and a heightened emphasis on self improvement...

BodyPrevention

Obesity and Metabolic Health: Understanding the Link, Causes, and Prevention

Obesity Obesity is defined as abnormal or excessive body fat accumulation that presents an increased risk for health problems. It is a multifactorial...

Mind

Genetics of Depression

Growing up in Guyana, I observed firsthand how mental health was often misunderstood or dismissed. Depression, anxiety, or emotional struggles were rarely called...

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Community

STRIDE592 IN ACTION: Building a heart healthy Guyana

Healthy Hearts – Enabling Thriving Workforces and Joyful Communities Cardiovascular diseases are among the leading causes of death globally, and Guyana is no exception. In fact, according to the World...

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Understanding the Inevitable Menopause

What is Menopause? Menopause is when the period stops completely naturally. This is a clinical diagnosis made retrospectively after 12 months of no...

Body

Empowering Movement: A Young Woman’s Journey in Sports Physiotherapy – Angelica Holder

It’s the final over, the score is tied, and the crowd is on the edge of their seats, it’s set up to be...

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Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers among men in Guyana and the Caribbean. Despite advances in diagnosis and treatment, the...

Family

Understanding Childhood Obesity – Causes, Consequences, and Solutions

Three and half months ago I met a nine year old boy, whom I will call JP. His parents were worried because he...

Body

Move More, Live Longer

The Power of Physical Activity in Preventing Chronic Diseases

Body

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

What You Need to Know, It Can Save Your Life or The Life of a Loved One.

Nutrition

Pumpkin Shrimp Recipe

Pumpkin has been complemented with shrimp for generations, and across cultures especially in Central America, and Brazil, where it holds its own as...

Nutrition

Food and Methods That Aid with Weight Loss

One may ask why is it, that even when we consume vegetables in high quantities, the results appear to be limited? It is...