HEALTH TALK: Compulsive sexual behavior
OVERVIEW I think it’s fair to say that sex crosses just about everyone’s mind at some time, ...
HEALTH TALK: Sickle cell anemia
Many have been touched by this disease. I’ve seen parents whose only child was a sickler, and ...
HEALTH TALK: Worms anyone?
I may as well tell you straight off that this article is rated ‘ss’ for Strong Stomachs; if ...
HEALTH TALK: Complementary treatment for High Blood Pressure
When we talk about chronic non-communicable diseases (CNCD’s), we’re talking about high ...
HEALTH TALK: Got Gas?
INTRODUCTION Pretty much all of us have blamed some symptom we’ve had on gas, from a headache ...
HEALTH TALK: Menopause
Today we are going to focus on our precious women. The topic is one which is not widely ...
HEALTH TALK: Oh, My Menstrual Cramps
Dysmenorrhea, or simply dysmen, is the medical term we use to describe that dull or throbbing ...
HEALTH TALK: Can we get a little private
When one looks around and takes note of the number of pregnant women in the country, ...
HEALTH TALK: Foods to help you lose weight
This is the time of year when many of us might be tempted to eat a little (or a lot) more that ...
HEALTH TALK: Myths and facts about prostate cancer
Prostate cancer ranks first among cancers in men in Dominica, but what do you know about it? ...
HEALTH TALK: Is there high blood pressure in your future?
If you’ve been on planet Earth, and Dominica in particular, in the last two years, you could ...
HEALTH TALK: Let’s talk yeast infection
EDITOR’S NOTE: Health Talk has been moved from its normal Wednesday slot to Friday. It ...
HEALTH TALK: Tattoo risks, side effects and precautions
Every decade seems to have its fad, its craze. For us in Dominica, for example, the 70’s saw ...
HEALTH TALK: How diabetes affects your eyes
Diabetes can increase your risk of eye problems. Your blood sugar levels may be high because ...
HEALTH TALK: “Beauty sleep” does have its benefits
Most of the ensuing discussion will be applicable to women, which does not mean that we men ...
HEALTH TALK: Sleep apnea is dangerous
Many of us enjoy a good sleep. We look forward to the night time, which is when most of us get ...
HEALTH TALK: Sweat and body odor
Exercising, exerting yourself, stress, anxiety, nervousness, or being in a hot environment can ...
HEALTH TALK: Breast lumps – myths and facts
It’s understandable to be concerned when you feel a lump in your breast. But don’t jump to ...
HEALTH TALK: Let’s exercise our brains
Can brain exercises keep your brain healthier as you get older and prevent memory loss? Can ...
HEALTH TALK: What causes Kidney Stones
WHAT ARE KIDNEY STONES? As the kidneys filter waste from the blood, they create urine. ...
HEALTH TALK: Chronic pain myths and facts
I would like to write this week in a manner similar to my article of last week, in dealing with ...
HEALTH TALK: Myths and misconceptions about HIV and AIDS
Many myths and misconceptions have surrounded HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) and AIDS ...