Alternative vector control methods to manage the Zika virus outbreak: more haste, less speed
From The Lancet As stated by Laith Yakob and Thomas Walker,1 the need for efficient and novel mosquito control methods in the context of the Zika virus outbreak is undisputed. However, technologies such as Release of Insects carrying Dominant Lethal…
Proton Therapy Treatment Center agreement reached by Delray Medical Center, Proton International
Delray Beach, Florida – April 13, 2016 – Delray Medical Center www.delraymedicalctr.com has reached agreement with Proton International (PI) www.protonintl.com to build a one-room proton therapy treatment center serving the South Florida corridor. Proton therapy, a form of radiation therapy,…
Olwomen story of the week
9 Benefits Of Lotus Flower – #1 Will Amaze You Surely! By Jenny Smith From Olwomen A lotus flower is a typical flower of Vietnam and India that is found in various colours and each of them signifies something unique…
Puerto Rico confirms first zika-related birth defect case
From Caribbean News Now SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — The first case of a zika virus-related birth defect known as microcephaly has been recorded in Puerto Rico, according to the Department of Health in San Juan. This is also the first…
Cayman Islands 2016 Annual Hurricane Exercise announced
Hazard Management Cayman Islands 2016 Annual Hurricane Exercise The 2016 Annual Hurricane Exercise takes place on Wednesday, May 18th. The exercise has been designed to refresh the use of the National Hurricane Plan for those involved in the national response…
270,000 people oppose GM mosquito trial in Florida
Groups Slam Feds for Weak Review of GMO Mosquito Risks From Center For Food Safety FDA assessment of plan to release genetically engineered mosquitoes in Florida Keys inadequate WASHINGTON—Public health, food safety and environmental groups including Center for Food Safety,…
Gadget of the week
Scientists 3D print ‘live’ blood vessels By Jon Fingas From engadget Vessels printed from bio ink and cells behave much like the real thing. It’s no longer a rare feat to 3D print blood vessels. Printing vessels that act like…
Development of Marijuana Industry Urgent – Shaw
By Alecia Smith-Edwards From JIS Story Highlights He pointed out that exploiting the benefits of marijuana is “not about smoking a spliff” or “walking around with two ounces of the weed.” Mr. Shaw noted that in the United States alone,…
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Comparative analysis reveals use patterns of deeper Caribbean coral reefs by shark species
From Science Daily Group spawning may drive predator habitat use for lemon sharks, may inform fisheries management Source: PLOS Summary: Three species of shark, tiger, lemon and Caribbean reef, all use deeper coral reefs in the Virgin Islands, but only…
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10 Caribbean Nations where U.S. Nationals will pay less for health care
By NAN Staff Writer From News America Now News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. April 29, 2016: If these Caribbean nations were your home instead of the United States, you will be paying a whole lot less for health care….
