Since 2015, the Breastfeeding & Child Nutrition Foundation (BCNF) has been a beacon of hope for mothers across Barbados, championing breastfeeding and early child nutrition. For the past decade, the nonprofit organization has been at the forefront of promoting, protecting,…
Rosamund James BSc(Hons) MRCPod-Podiatrist Many people with diabetes say, “I have poor circulation”. They could mean that they have varicose veins/venous insufficiency, or they mean they have reduced blood flow to the feet, known as peripheral arterial disease (PAD). Both…
It is something that we do not talk about nearly enough, but the truth is your pelvic floor health matters a lot. It quietly supports our everyday health and well-being, and it affects women and men at different stages of…
When it comes to the health of a nation, sometimes the smallest steps can spark the biggest change. That is exactly what the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Barbados Inc. (HSFB) is hoping for with the Government’s latest move, a…
This World Health Day, the spotlight turns to one of the most fundamental building blocks of any society – the health and well-being of mothers and their newborns. Under the theme ‘Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,’ today marks the beginning of…
The Connection Between Gum Disease and Diabetes When you think about diabetes management, your blood sugar monitor, medication, and diet likely come to mind. But there is another part of your body that deserves more attention – your mouth. Growing…
Dr. Ian Lewis Shares Insights from a Career of Specialized Experience Last month marked breast cancer awareness month. Although the focus typically centers on women, it is important to recognize that men possess a small amount of breast tissue, giving…
Diabetes is a significant public health challenge across the world. In 2021, 537 million adults were living with diabetes, and that figure is expected to jump to 643 million by 2030. Given the seriousness of the disease, which can lead…
In recent years, hiking has surged in popularity, and more people are hitting the trails to achieve their health and fitness goals. At the forefront of this movement is ‘Blazing Trails’, a hiking group founded by Lewiston Smith that has…
Independence Day is two weeks away, and just about four weeks after that will be Christmas Day. During this time, many of us will be attending parties, fetes and limes as we eat drink and be merry. However, for those…