Health
March 18, 2026
Global study finds gap between expectations and the reality of perimenopause
A new international study – believed to be the largest of its kind – examined what people know about perimenopause and what symptoms they experience. The results reveal a clear gap between what…
March 18, 2026
by Marsha Jones
Give to gain: why women’s health is a priority in the diaspora
We marked International Women’s Day (in the UK) this year under the theme ‘Give to Gain,’ and were reminded of a powerful truth: when women give to themselves-through rest, prevention, and proactive…
March 11, 2026
by Keisha Hill
Understanding colon cancer and the importance of early detection
Colon cancer remains one of the most significant health threats affecting Jamaicans today. While advances in treatment and screening have improved outcomes globally, many cases locally are still…
March 11, 2026
How to recognise possible complications during postpartum
Postpartum experiences are as unique as the pregnancies that come before them. Because of this, it can be difficult to recognise what’s normal and what could be a complication – even if you’ve given…
March 4, 2026
Experts talk how to navigate distressing news stories and finding coping mechanisms
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana (AP): As people awoke to headlines over the weekend about deadly US-Israeli strikes on Iran and the potential of widening conflict, alerts, social media and conversations at…
March 4, 2026
Study identifies potential immunotherapy strategy for early-stage prostate cancer
PHOENIX (AP): A multi-institutional study led by Mayo Clinic and published in Cell Reports Medicine reports that pairing a next-generation immunotherapy with standard hormone therapy before surgery…
March 4, 2026
3 things you should know about cancer and the heart
Cancer and heart disease are two of the leading causes of death in the Caribbean. Understanding their connection can make a meaningful difference in prevention and treatment. As cancer therapies…
March 4, 2026
What is depression?
Depression is more than just sadness, it is a medical condition that affects mood, thinking, behaviour, and physical health. The World Health Organization defines depression as a leading cause of…
February 25, 2026
by Keisha Hill
Sleep solutions: why quality rest is a public health priority
Sleep is often sacrificed in the rush of daily life, but health experts warn that chronic sleep deprivation is quietly undermining the well-being of many Jamaicans. According to Dr Orlando Thomas,…