5 lesser-known benefits of having a beard
By K. Aleisha Fetters, From Fox News From sprouting a little scruff to going straight-up Zach Galifianakis, there’s good reason to take a break from your razor this summer—and not just because it can speed up your morning routine. Research…
Poor sleep may worsen heart woes in women, study finds
From US News Health But lack of shuteye doesn’t seem to have same effect on inflammation levels in men (HealthDay News) — Poor sleep appears to contribute to the progression of heart disease in women by raising their inflammation levels,…
Jamaica adopts smoking ban in public places
From NECN KINGSTON, Jamaica (AP) — People caught lighting up in bars, restaurants and other enclosed public spaces now face hefty penalties in Jamaica. The new law also prohibits smoking in outdoor public spots such as bus stops and open-air…
Lions Club of Tropical Gardens donation to help Chemotherapy patients
On June 20th, 2013 Ms. Elva Smith, President of Lions Club of Tropical Gardens, presented the Cayman Islands Health Services Authority (HSA) with two cheques covering the cost of three (3) IV pumps for Chemotherapy treatment and for the training…
War on Weight begins August 19th
Cayman Heart Fund’s 2013 War on Weight begins on August 19th. We’re now accepting contestant applications up until August 3rd. The Cayman Heart Fund is now seeking contestants for the 6th annual War on Weight challenge. Ten selected applicants will…
White House highlights innovative arthritis research
SOURCE Arthritis Foundation Crowd-Sourcing Approach Expedites Improved Treatments for Rheumatoid Arthritis ATLANTA, June 20, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy will highlight innovative arthritis research at an event today honoring “Open Science Champions of…
Letter to Editor
Everyone matters: please consider living the vegan ethic Posted by Angel Flinn From Care2 An Open Letter to the Leaders of the Progressive Movement Written by Sun, Co-Founder of Gentle World Dear friends of truth and freedom, If the value…
Caribbean Coconut Shrimp-Mayo Clinic Health System
From news8000 Caribbean Coconut Shrimp Prep: 15 min Total: 17 min Servings: 4 servings What you need: ¼ cup KRAFT Real Mayo Mayonnaise, divided ¼ cup chopped roasted red pepper ¼ cup chopped papaya ¼ cup flour ½ tsp. allspice…
Nanobots could perform surgeries in the future
From Mashable By Dhiya Kuriakose Putting a robot in your eye could be the next innovation in medical technology. Researchers in Zurich are building nearly microscopic bots to help with delicate surgeries. The bot has a retractable needle for probing…
Police helicopter medevacs elderly patient from North Side
The RCIPS helicopter was called into action earlier today to medevac a man suffering from chest and back pains from North Side to George Town. About 10.40am on Wednesday, police were informed by 911 that the 81-year-old patient had been…
