In the XXXVII CARIFTA Aquatics Championships, the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States enjoyed significant representation, with Martinique, Antigua and Barbuda, Saint Lucia, Grenada, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines all figuring in the medal count. Over four days of competition at the Betty Kelly-Kenning Aquatic Centre in Nassau, The Bahamas, some 500 athletes from 25 […]
Originally published on 311personalinjury.com. Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are a serious public health concern, often resulting from accidents such as falls, car crashes, sports injuries, or violent assaults. While concussions are a well-known type of TBI, other, more severe forms can have lasting impacts on victims’ lives. Understanding the different types of TBIs and their […]
By Gavin Metcalf | The Conversation The Princess of Wales released a moving video message on March 22 to address speculation about her health. In it, the future queen disclosed that she’d been diagnosed with cancer following tests conducted after she underwent major abdominal surgery at a clinic in London in January. Catherine explained that she was undergoing “preventative […]
This article was originally published on willsandestate.nyc. Anniversaries are special occasions that mark milestones in a relationship, symbolizing love, commitment, and shared experiences. However, in the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s not uncommon for dates to slip our minds. For individuals whose spouses have Alzheimer’s, there is the dilemma of whether to remind […]
Editorial credit: Leonard Zhukovsky / Shutterstock.com By Stephen Hughes | The Conversation If at 58, I were to agree to a boxing match with a person half my age, much alarm would be caused. My daughters would burst into tears, my partner would have strong words, and my students would have final confirmation that I […]
By Jake Pearson, illustrations by Dominic Bodden, special to ProPublica This story was originally published by ProPublica. Unchanged diapers. Fees collected for care never given. New York Guardianship Services is often tasked with caring for the “unbefriended,” but records show more than a dozen cases where it failed to meet the needs of the most vulnerable. ProPublica […]
Separation and divorce are emotionally challenging experiences that often involve not only the division of assets but also the separation of social circles, including friends. While many aspects of a separation or divorce can be legally negotiated, determining who gets the friends can be a complex and delicate matter. This essay explores the dynamics surrounding […]
By Pearl Phillip February is recognized as Heart Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about cardiovascular health and promoting measures to prevent heart disease. During this month-long observance, various organizations, healthcare professionals, and communities come together to educate individuals about the risk factors associated with heart disease and encourage lifestyle changes that can […]
By PAHO Washington, DC, Feb. 23, 2024 (PAHO) – On February 26, 2020, Brazil recorded the first case of COVID-19 in its territory, marking the beginning of the pandemic in Latin America and the Caribbean. Since its emergence on December 30, 2019, in Wuhan, China, the SARS-CoV-2 virus left a devastating trail globally, with 774 million […]
NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James called on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to take urgent action to address the potential dangers of the asthma and allergy drug montekulast, known by the brand name Singulair. Singulair has been linked to harmful behavioral and mental health issues among children who use the drug […]