Health

Dr Sanjeev Kumar Gulati
November 11, 2026

Diet, movement and weight management work together to lower diabetes risk

Diabetes remains a major public health concern in Jamaica, where more than 235,000 adults are estimated to be living with the condition, with almost one in four cases going undiagnosed. The disease can cause serious damage to the heart, blood vessels, kidneys, eyes and nerves, placing a significant burden on individuals, families and healthcare systems.

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Vertigo is a sensation that either you or your surroundings, or both, are spinning or moving when they are not.
11 Nov, 2026 0

Vertigo and dizziness are not the same and it is important to know the difference

Vertigo is a sensation that either you or your surroundings, or both, are spinning or moving when they are not. Some people confuse vertigo with dizziness, but there is a difference, explains Neil…
The high-tech blood pressure monitoring machines and accompanying peripheral devices donated by the Portland Health Alliance to the Port Antonio Health Centre.
04 Nov, 2026 0

Portland Health Alliance mobilises support to strengthen healthcare services

Access to quality healthcare should not depend on where a person lives but, for many residents of Portland, obtaining essential medical services can mean travelling outside the parish, sometimes over…
Dr Derria Cornwall
04 Nov, 2026 0

Pregnancy and breast cancer: Why a breast lump should never be ignored

Pregnancy brings significant changes to a woman’s body, including the breasts, which begin preparing for breastfeeding. However, while these changes are expected, a new lump or unusual breast symptom…
Men need to understand what HPV can do to their throats.
04 Nov, 2026 0

The cancer-causing virus you can carry without knowing

You can carry a cancer-causing virus, pass it to your partner and have no idea it is there. No pain. No discharge. No visible warning. The human papillomavirus, better known as HPV, is one of the…
Dr Atif Hussein, a haematologist and oncologist at Memorial Cancer Institute, part of Memorial Healthcare System in South Florida.
28 Oct, 2026 0

From deadly diagnosis to a decade of survival - Immunotherapy changes the fight against advanced melanoma

Immunotherapy is changing the treatment landscape for advanced melanoma, offering new hope to patients whose cancer has spread to other organs. By helping the body’s immune system recognise and attack…
28 Oct, 2026 0

Breast cancer also affects men, and the risk increases with age

Male breast cancer is far less common than breast cancer in women, but it is usually discovered later: Men with breast cancer often receive the diagnosis after finding a breast lump on their own.…
Nurse Racquelia Gayle-McIntyre participates in a book-reading with the children.
28 Oct, 2026 0

A safe space to grow - New Child Mental Health Centre opens in St Elizabeth

A child who struggles to communicate may have a great deal to express but needs a different way to do so. A child who behaves differently from peers is not necessarily deliberately difficult; and a…
Simple, low-impact habits can dramatically improve coordination, stamina and confidence.
28 Oct, 2026 0

Ageing in place: Making home safer for the golden years

Ageing in place is the ability to continue to live in one’s home or community with access to health and social support. It’s a choice that most older adults would prefer rather than moving to assisted…
21 Oct, 2026 0

Breast cancer matters: Why early detection cannot wait

Breast cancer is not a death sentence, but a delayed diagnosis can make the journey to treatment more difficult. Understanding personal risk, recognising changes in the breasts and seeking appropriate…