This is an emergency: HELP!
RECENTLY, I read two articles which dealt with medical emergencies in Jamaica.

Hair loss due to chemotherapy
SOME DRUGS used to treat cancer cause hair loss. This condition is called alopecia and happens because hair follicles grow fast and cancer-killing (cytotoxic) drugs destroy fast-growing cells.

Diet for insulin resistance
A COMBINATION of excessive calorie intake, physical inactivity and excess weight will contribute to insulin resistance.

I need a good friend
MARIA IS a beautiful woman who is always the life of the party. Despite her popularity, Maria has no one close to her that she can call a friend.

Yeast on the skin
TINEA VERSICOLOR or more commonly 'liver spots' is a common skin infection due to an overgrowth of yeast on the skin. The yeast is known as Mallassezia furfur and is normally present on the skin of most persons.

Do-it-yourself exercises
READER'S FEEDBACK: A fitness enthusiast complained that she was having problems maintaining fitness programme and long work hours.