Jamaica Gleaner Profiles in Medicine
Published: Monday Wednesday | January 7, 2009
YEAR IN REVIEW - The best of health 2008
The gene pool - Physical characteristics peculiar to black people as a result of their evolution and interface in a tropical environment, the sickle-cell trait and malaria were some of the factors Morrison and Cooper found, almost acting in consort...
Start a home gym in 2009
If you prefer to exercise at home, you and your family could enjoy and benefit from a home gym. Technological development has revolutionised exercise equipment. They are now more affordable and practical...
Hi-tech health gadgets for '09
As I reflect on some of my best moments of 2008, the Olympics certainly feature in the top three. Usain aside, how interesting it was to see some runners use technology to help them run the race - athletes used the big screens ...
Dieting trends for the new year
As 2008 ends, what new dieting and exercise trends can be expected for 2009? Consumers are looking for nutrition on a budget, says Beth Hubrich, registered dietitian with the Calorie Control Council, an international association representing the low-calorie...
