Who really wants to be poor?
The truth is that being poor is not a badge of honour. And, those who are better off and placed in positions to improve the lot of citizens of this beautiful country should not pretend that it is. They do us a grave injustice...
Hurricanes and labour
A friend asked me recently if I was concerned about the threat of the various hurricanes. She suggested that the changes in barometric pressure might precipitate the onset of labour. While I have had no experience of this occurring ...
Response to reader - Pregnancy-related concerns
Good morning Dr Rainford, Congratulations on your pregnancy, and I hope you have a safe delivery. I too am pregnant and I am in the home stretch with just four weeks and three days to go (oh yes, I am counting). When I read your article, I could relate to everything...
Cycling is challenging and enjoyable
The high cost of transportation could make cycling quite fashionable in the future. Cycling is good physical activity that can add variety to our exercise routine. It is a non-weight bearing activity that can provide us with excellent exercise.
Look out for disease-ridden waters
Tropical storm Gustav has left us with several deaths, landslides and broken bridges. Many persons have flooded homes, overflowing canals or other pools of water in their communities where none previously existed...
The art of ear candling
Ear candles are handmade from beeswax and unbleached cotton cloths. They are usually nine to 12 inches in length and burn for about 10 minutes. Many practitioners of ear candling are now rediscovering this art. It is a simple and natural therapy...
Letters - Let's talk about my penis size
Dear Dr Williams-Green,I had blisters on my penis from my teenage years (for seven years). Whenever they came up, I would apply Betnovate (Beclomethasone) ointment and those blisters ...
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