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May 27, 2026
by Keisha Hill
Endometrial cancer - Why Jamaican women must pay attention to silent warning signs
Endometrial cancer, a disease affecting the lining of the womb, is emerging as a major health concern for women in Jamaica and across the Caribbean. Alarmingly, Jamaica now has one of the highest…
May 27, 2026
by Keisha Hill
Showing up for life: Relay For Life 2026 launches with message of hope, healing and community
The fight against cancer is not fought only in hospitals or treatment rooms. It is fought in homes, in communities, in quiet moments of fear, and through the support of people who refuse to let…
May 27, 2026
A study on robotic bronchoscopy suggests improvements in early lung cancer detection in Jamaica
Jamaica, May 2026 -Health authorities in Jamaica have increasingly emphasized the need to raise awareness about lung cancer and its risk factors, particularly smoking. The National Health Fund notes…
May 27, 2026
by Keisha Hill
The best part of menopause? The ‘after- party’
For many women, menopause is spoken about in hushed tones, a stage of life associated with hot flashes, sleepless nights, mood swings, and hormonal upheaval. It is often framed as something to…
May 27, 2026
by Lester Hinds
Applications for J’can citizenship surge across US
Applications for Jamaican citizenship through the United States have surged, with new figures showing a sharp increase in people seeking citizenship by descent and marriage.
Data from the Jamaican…
May 27, 2026
Something Extra | Wednesday
Strictly 2K kicked off its landmark 10th anniversary last Saturday with a jersey-themed staging, with attendees fully lacing up and answering the assignment in style. Held at the National Stadium’s…
May 27, 2026
Clean space, clear mind - The mental benefits of cleaning
It's spring-cleaning season, and for some people, that can mean drudgery or anxiety.
But experts say there are mental health benefits to be found in such manual chores as sweeping, mopping and…
May 27, 2026
Rotary backs expansion of Haiti water initiative
A Rotary-led effort to expand access to safe water in Haiti has secured a significant boost, enabling it to scale up in both rural and urban communities.
The Haiti National Water, Sanitation and…