Food poisoning effects and prevention
Serious health problems result from consuming contaminated food but practicing food safety eliminates these complications. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases…
Loud music and noise causes hearing loss over time
Recent data from the World Health Organization (WHO) shows that billions of people may develop hearing loss due to continuous exposure to high volumes and…
Diet and heartburn prevention
Some people experience chest burns because of the food they eat. This can be controlled with a better a diet. According to the American Academy…
Managing disability and performing daily tasks
Some people living with disabilities and other illnesses have overcome their challenges to be able complete daily tasks. According to The Jamaica Council for Persons…
Students face school and personal stress
Among the many challenges that students face while completing their studies are the stress of academic pressure and personal issues which can affect their ability…
“Boosting” the immune system with vitamins can cause health problems
In the hope of building their immune systems against diseases, such as COVID-19, many people are consuming Vitamins C and D supplements in excess, which…
Blood donation aids both patient and donor
Blood donation is an essential and simple procedure that benefits both people who are ill and injured, as well as donors. The World Health Organization…
Public hospitals accepting only emergency cases
Jamaica’s public hospitals are now mandated to care only for emergency conditions, as most hospitals are under strain due to the increase in confirmed and…
Pfizer’s Paxlovid pill scarcity
The recently approved COVID-19 antiviral pill, Paxlovid, is in short supply in the United States of America, and doctors and patients, alike, struggle to source…
COVID-19 and allergic symptoms
There is a decrease in allergies for some patients who are diagnosed with allergic rhinitis or nasal allergies, despite the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic. According to…