Body

HORMONES DECODED:  WHAT EVERY WOMAN NEEDS TO KNOW IN HER TEENS, 20s, 30s, 40s AND BEYOND

It’s not just in your head—it’s in your hormones. From the moment a girl first feels those unexplained mood swings, strange new curves, or monthly discomforts, something powerful is at...

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Nutrition

Good Nutrition and Women’s Health

Good nutrition plays a crucial role in women’s health, supporting overall well-being through all stages of life—from adolescence to the reproductive years, menopause,...

Community

STRIDE592 IN ACTION: Building a heart healthy Guyana

Healthy Hearts – Enabling Thriving Workforces and Joyful Communities Cardiovascular diseases are among the leading causes of death globally, and Guyana is no...

Prevention

HEART MATTERS: Why Cardiovascular Disease Is a Woman’s Issue

The Silent Killer You Might Not Expect Cardiovascular disease (CVD) has long been typecast as a “man’s disease.” However, this perception is not...

Mind

Youth and Vaping

Vaping is on the rise among youth, fueled by sweet flavors and misconceptions of safety. But behind the trend are serious health risks—including...

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Nutrition

Diabetes, Diet, Exercise – Your Call

Diabetes, a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar is a global health concern with Guyana being no exception. Genetics and environment...

Prevention

Yes, We Can End TB in Guyana – An Achievable Aspiration

Long before the advent of Samsung and iPhone, long before Facebook and Instagram; the philosopher Soren Kierkegaard wrote: “Suppose someone invented an instrument,...

Prevention

Medical Misinformation from Large Language Models (Like ChatGPT)

Recently, generative artificial intelligence platforms have taken off. Think of things like ChatGPT, Google Gemini and Microsoft co-pilot. The world has been abuzz...

Nutrition

Papaya Perfection

In Guyana, papayas are more than just fruit—they’re part of our culture and well-being. Every Saturday, I visit Miss Doreen at Bourda Market...

Community

Chelsea Edgehill: From Guyana to the World Stage

Chelsea’s story began when she was just nine years old, when her family decided not to travel to the US for their usual...

Prevention

Dengue Fever: 10 Key Things to Know

Dengue fever is an acute viral infection that spreads from person to person through the bite of mosquitoes. In recent years, there has...

Family

Unlocking the Mysteries of Childhood Fevers: A Guide for Parents

As a parent, seeing your child with a fever can be a worrying experience. It can truly be a cause for concern and...

Community

Join the Fight for Lymphaticfilariasis Elimination: A Community Call to Action

Introduction Imagine a world where a mosquito bite could lead to debilitating health challenges. This is the reality of Lymphatic filariasis (LF), caused...