Toxic pesticide banned in Jamaica

Use of endosulfan, an organochlorine insectide first registered in the 1950s, is being phased out in Jamaica. Michael Ramsay, Pesticide Control Authority's (PCA's) registrar, said in a recent interview that the phase-out...

Ironing out the anaemia situation

People with poor diets who cannot afford (money or time) to eat the foods they should, have figured out a way to supply some necessary nutrients to the body - supplementation with vitamins and minerals.

Simple strategies to stay heart healthy

The American Heart Association (AHA) has issued a new statement on staying heart healthy. The group reviewed 74 previously published studies and developed specific strategies to help people stay heart healthy.

Food myths or facts

I will discuss in a two-part series, four popular Jamaican foods and beliefs surrounding them as it relates to disease management.String beans and diabetes...

Health trends

Lenworth Jacobs Clinic reopens- The Lenworth Jacobs Clinic reopened in July at 65 East Street, Kingston.

Letter - Can cancers be prevented?

Dear Dr Williams-Green, I read your articles in The Gleaner every week and find them very informative.

Roving with Lalah

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Defying Odds

International Narcotics

Control Strategy Report (PDF)

Haiti needs help... Donate

Help our neighbours in Haiti

Prof. Rex Nettleford

Highlights of his funeral

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100 years Champs

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