US: High cost of diabetes drugs driving people to black market
From Newsmax Skyrocketing prices and insurance limits are driving many people with diabetes to seek medications and supplies from an underground supply chain, a new study found. “The cost of insulin, which is required in type 1 diabetes and a…
Bumps in Barbados’ anti-AIDS journey
By George Alleyne From Caribbean Life Barbados is among the first countries regionwide to halt mother-to-child transmission of HIV/AIDS, and moving along with this remarkable achievement are public education and free medical treatment to reduce the threat, but health authorities…
This wellness retreat in the Cayman Islands kicked my ass—and I liked it
By Jillian Sellers From Cosmopolitan If you’re into fitness, the Cayman Rejuvenate wellness retreat hosted by The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman (fun fact, it’s pronounced “Cay-mahn,” not “Cay-man”) is totally for you. And if you’re really not that into fitness, this…
St K-N: Prime Minister Harris’ Speech – Unveiling Differently-Abled friendly elevator at Government Headquarters, December 09, 2019
As prepared for delivery Introduction Ladies and gentlemen, it is a great pleasure for me to be able to speak to you today. Today, we bless this elevator that improves access to Government Headquarters for the differently abled and those…
Humanitarian action for Children 2020 – Latin America and the Caribbean
REPORT from UN Children’s Fund From Relief Web Latin America and the Caribbean Countries in Latin America and the Caribbean are increasingly facing rapid-onset and protracted socio-economic crises with serious humanitarian implications. Risk scenarios project that 18 million people are in…
Ginger: Powerful weapon against colds, flu
By Dr. Mehmet Oz and Dr. Mike Roizen, MDs From Newsmax In 17th-century England, a pound of ginger could be traded for one healthy sheep! In fact, this gnarled, tangy spice has been valued as a seasoning and a medicine…
Cayman: 3 new cases of dengue – total 26
Dengue Update as of 06 December 2019 · Since the last update on November 22, 2019, 20 additional results have been received from the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) confirming three new cases of dengue in the Cayman Islands. · These three new cases had no travel history, which…
Study: Drug curbs dementia’s delusions
From Newsmax A drug that curbs delusions in Parkinson’s patients did the same for people with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia in a study that was stopped early because the benefit seemed clear. If regulators agree, the drug…
The Medicinal Cannabis Authority of St. Vincent and the Grenadines selects Ample Organics for national cannabis tracking system
TORONTO, Dec. 5, 2019 /CNW/ – Ample Organics Inc. and the Medicinal Cannabis Authority (“MCA”) in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, together, are proud to announce their partnership to strengthen the medicinal cannabis industry in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines…
Daily aspirin reduces cancer risk
From Newsmax Daily low-dose aspirin might reduce your risk of dying from cancer, particularly if you’ve packed on a few extra pounds, researchers say. Taking aspirin three or more times a week is associated with a lower risk of cancer…