Keisha Hill/Senior Gleaner Writer
June 17, 2026
by Keisha Hill
June 17, 2026
by Keisha Hill
Donnell Dunkley uses curiosity to break fear of science
For many students, science can seem intimidating — a subject of complex formulas, unfamiliar terms and difficult ideas. For Donnell Dunkley, however, it represents something quite different:…
June 12, 2026
by Keisha Hill
How Karlene Murray is transforming Caribbean publishing one author at a time
For much of her childhood, Karlene Murray was defined by what others thought she could not do.
Diagnosed with sickle cell disease at two, the Kingston-born entrepreneur grew up navigating severe pain…
June 10, 2026
by Keisha Hill
June 10, 2026
by Keisha Hill
How to lower your cholesterol without medication
When most persons hear the word ‘cholesterol,’ they immediately think of fatty foods and medication. However, one of the most overlooked causes of unhealthy cholesterol levels is insulin resistance, a…
June 5, 2026
by Keisha Hill
BOOST scholar sparks a love of mathematics
For 2025 BOOST Scholarship recipient Jody-Ann Stephens, education has long been more than a profession; it is a route to opportunity, growth and change.
Raised in Portland Cottage, Clarendon, she…
June 3, 2026
by Keisha Hill
Hypertension in Jamaica – Understanding the hidden risks
Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, affects more than 1.3 billion people globally, according to the World Health Organization, yet nearly half do not know they have it. Often…
June 3, 2026
by Keisha Hill
Why managing hypertension matters
High blood pressure is more than just a number on a monitor, it is a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and premature death. Because hypertension often develops without…
May 27, 2026
by Keisha Hill
The best part of menopause? The ‘after- party’
For many women, menopause is spoken about in hushed tones, a stage of life associated with hot flashes, sleepless nights, mood swings, and hormonal upheaval. It is often framed as something to…