Heart Palpitations: Causes, Warning Signs, and When to Seek Help
Is Your Heart Skipping a Beat? Let’s Talk About Palpitations Many people experience a fast heartbeat or a racing sensation in the chest, commonly described as a “fluttering heart.” The...
Dr. Dhanesh PersaudMay 19, 2026
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Short-Term Caribbean Medical Missions: Life-Saving Relief or Unsustainable Medical Tourism?
Medical missions are frequently celebrated for providing essential surgeries and screenings; however, their long-term effectiveness remains a subject of ongoing debate. While these...
Dr. Balichand PermashwarMarch 29, 2026
The Economics of Health: Building a Stronger Guyana
Health is often viewed as a social issue, but it is just as much an economic one. In developing countries, a strong health...
Sachin PersaudMarch 19, 2026
Contraception: Understanding Your Options for Family Planning
Contraception is an important aspect of our reproductive lives and plays a vital role in helping individuals and couples plan their families and...
Dr. Radha R. SookrajMarch 13, 2026
Uterine Fibroids: Symptoms, Risks and Treatment Options
Uterine fibroids is a very common condition affecting many women in the Caribbean. One study in JAMAICA suggested up to 80% of our...
Dr. Rishi L. ChandMarch 6, 2026
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SPICE AND YOUR BRAIN
The term “spicy food”, often used by restaurants in the Western Hemisphere, is sometimes misleading. Spicy does not necessarily mean “pepper hot.” A spice is a plant-based substance with an...
Susan AllsoppDecember 3, 2025
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The Positive Aspects of Aesthetic Enhancement
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Obesity and Metabolic Health: Understanding the Link, Causes, and Prevention
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Genetics of Depression
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Dr. Moti RamgopalSeptember 26, 2025
Stem Cell Therapy: A New Frontier in Healing
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Dr. Chandan BoraSeptember 25, 2025
After the Miracle: The Other Side of Motherhood
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HORMONES DECODED: WHAT EVERY WOMAN NEEDS TO KNOW IN HER TEENS, 20s, 30s, 40s AND BEYOND
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Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Symptoms, Causes and Management
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Dementia in Women
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