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Finding your road map to health
Four years ago Kimberly Pyfrom thought she was living a super healthy life — she ran and ate well — but she was still sick all the time. She suffered with digestive issues and endured skin rash breakouts. After a battery of tests, she was diagnos... |
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A bird’s diet can be tricky
For the greater part of the year, I have been guilty in that most of the weekly veterinary articles presented have been dealing with matters affecting your pet dog or cat. As a result, I have somewhat been slightly biased towards dogs and cats than... |
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A fighting chance: The gift of fostering
Young Danny had just entered the Bahamas Humane Society facilities after being rescued from the pound next door. He was scared, afraid and uncertain of what lay ahead. Danny had not been well for some time now and medical tests revealed he had 10/10 ... |
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A new lease on life
All of her life Tracy Smith (name changed) was a relatively thin person, with one portion of her anatomy she considered to be freakishly out of whack — she had very full breasts. She was one of those late bloomers, but in high school, her breasts ... |
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Baark! spays and neuters animals in San Salvador and Rum Cay
In May, volunteers from Baark! visited San Salvador for a three-day spay and neuter (S&N) clinic. Volunteers traveled from Cat Island, Andros, Freeport and Nassau to take part. It was the inspiration of Dave and Karen Kredl, Canadians who have be... |
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Sharing stories and changing lives
Stories are powerful healers. Through stories of what has been endured and overcome, people can reach out beyond their suffering and speak to one another — their stories can help each other heal and become whole, when they realize they are not alon... |
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Electroencephalogram (EEG) is the recording of electrical activity of the brain
In translation from its Greek roots, Electroencephalogram (EEG) means electro — electrical, encephalo — brain and gram(ma) — picture.
An electroencephalogram (EEG) is the recording of electrical activity of the brain, similar to the ECG (elect... |
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Signs and treatment for heat exhaustion in dogs
Heat exhaustion is a serious issue for dogs and if not treated can lead to death. We at Baark! are serious about animal care and want you to be informed.
Signs of heat exhaustion in dogs
• Vigorous panting.
• Dark red, dry gums.
• Stumbling... |
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Marriage is like a garden
I was watching the “Steve Harvey Show” recently and he had as one of his guests, Bishop T.D. Jakes, who was giving a couple on the show advice on their marriage. Bishop Jakes has been involved in marriage counseling through his ministry for 36 ye... |
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Diabetics experiencing swelling of the foot and ankle with or without pain may have Charcot foot disease
Most foot problems seen in people with diabetes arise from two serious complications of the disease — nerve damage and poor circulation. One of the more critical foot problems these complications can cause is Charcot foot (pronounced “Char-co”)... |
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The hidden bruises that result from emotional neglect
John is an eight-year-old school boy who never seems to be able to concentrate in class and pay attention during his lessons. His homeroom teacher had been trying to reach his parents for weeks with no success.
John used to be a very active child in... |
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Common practices that can put people in danger of developing one of the fastest growing cancers in the world — skin cancer
For any number of reasons, many people are often not pleased with the skin they were born with. It may be too pale for their liking, not having enough melanin, or it may be too dark, has too much melanin. Or it may be too blotchy, too bumpy or have t... |
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Intervertebral disc disease
For years I have suffered from back problems. Most veterinarians and animal professionals (groomers, farmers, vet technicians) at some time or the other will suffer from a back condition that is usually due from lifting up dogs and holding large an... |
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Preparation for an electroencephalogram (EEG) for brain wave test
An electroencephalogram (EEG) is a test that measures and records the electrical activity of the brain. One of the main purposes for an EEG is to help with the diagnosis of epilepsy and to find out what type of seizures you may be having.
Most medic... |
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Keep your dogs cool during the summer heat
Hot weather can be dangerous for dogs because they lack the ability to cool off as effectively as is often required. Since we live in The Bahamas, known for our often soaring temperatures we are offering a few tips to keep your canine friends safe in... |
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Pitiful or powerful
My friend, life is all about choices. Each and every day of your life, you have a whole lot of choices which you must make in a very definitive manner. Now, one of these choices is contained in the title of this article, for it is indeed true, that i... |
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Raising the social consciousness of physical, sexual and emotional abuse
The Commonwealth of The Bahamas is a beautiful country and place to live. It has its share of social ills reflective of many other sovereign nations within the Caribbean and global community. Many of the problems we face in our general society are pr... |
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Preventing dance injuries to the foot and ankle
We have all watched a ballerina perform, and applauded at the end of the performance. But how many of us have paused to consider the demands placed on their feet and possible injuries they may develop during a performance or long hours of practice.
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Bahamian achieves historic accomplishment at University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston
Bahamian, Dr. Astrid Inniss is leading the efforts in achieving candidacy for accreditation for a Dietetic Internship at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), Galveston, Texas. Accreditation of the program was granted by the Accreditation Co... |
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Book review: Bahamian physician pens cancer prevention book
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”
— Traditional proverb
Cancer! The very mention of the word can send shock waves down the spines of the family members of one who is ill, for this disease, or group of diseases, happen... |
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