Health

Urgent Notice: “The use of Pesticides containing the active ingredients Chlorpyrifos, Chlorpyrifos Methyl, and Imazalil is suspended until further notice.”Urgent Notice: “The use of Pesticides containing the active ingredients Chlorpyrifos, Chlorpyrifos Methyl, and Imazalil is suspended until further notice.”

Urgent Notice: “The use of Pesticides containing the active ingredients Chlorpyrifos, Chlorpyrifos Methyl, and Imazalil is suspended until further notice.”

The Department of Agriculture, urgently informs the general public and all stakeholders that the use of Pesticides containing the active… Read More

2 years ago
High concentrations of Saharan Dust expected: Saint Lucia’s MOH urges citizens to be on the alertHigh concentrations of Saharan Dust expected: Saint Lucia’s MOH urges citizens to be on the alert

High concentrations of Saharan Dust expected: Saint Lucia’s MOH urges citizens to be on the alert

The Ministry of Health implores people with allergies, sinusitis, asthma and respiratory conditions to be on the alert for flare-ups… Read More

2 years ago
The Trois-Kat HustlersThe Trois-Kat Hustlers

The Trois-Kat Hustlers

Rufus Bousquet gave an ominous warning, asking, “How do you form government with this?” Well, after nearly five years… Read More

2 years ago
How to stay mentally healthy during COVIDHow to stay mentally healthy during COVID

How to stay mentally healthy during COVID

SARS-CoV-2, the virus which causes coronavirus disease (COVID-19), was first identified during an outbreak of respiratory illness cases in Wuhan… Read More

2 years ago
Patient found hanging in VH wardPatient found hanging in VH ward

Patient found hanging in VH ward

An investigation has been launched after male patient was found hanging at the Victoria Hospital (Respiratory Hospital). The hospital's… Read More

2 years ago
What do explosive eruptions in SVG mean for Saint Lucia’s Sulphur Springs?What do explosive eruptions in SVG mean for Saint Lucia’s Sulphur Springs?

What do explosive eruptions in SVG mean for Saint Lucia’s Sulphur Springs?

There is currently no heightened seismic activity at the Sulphur Springs in Soufriere, Saint Lucia. Director of the National Emergency… Read More

2 years ago
Saint Lucia’s MOH outlines precautionary measures to be taken in light of explosive eruptions in SVGSaint Lucia’s MOH outlines precautionary measures to be taken in light of explosive eruptions in SVG

Saint Lucia’s MOH outlines precautionary measures to be taken in light of explosive eruptions in SVG

(Ministry of Health)- The Ministry of Health and Wellness informs the citizens of Saint Lucia of the eruption of the… Read More

2 years ago
BREAKING: Outbreak of dengue fever declared in Saint LuciaBREAKING: Outbreak of dengue fever declared in Saint Lucia

BREAKING: Outbreak of dengue fever declared in Saint Lucia

An outbreak of dengue fever has been declared in Saint Lucia. The country's National Epidemiologist Dr. Michelle Francois made the… Read More

3 years ago
Belgium-based MRM Health NV appoints Saint Lucian Dr. Nigel Horscroft as Chief Scientific OfficerBelgium-based MRM Health NV appoints Saint Lucian Dr. Nigel Horscroft as Chief Scientific Officer

Belgium-based MRM Health NV appoints Saint Lucian Dr. Nigel Horscroft as Chief Scientific Officer

MRM Health NV, biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of innovative therapeutics based on the human microbiome,… Read More

3 years ago
While self-seeking politicians continue to spout obvious lines, the people await the delivery of St. Jude hospital, at last!While self-seeking politicians continue to spout obvious lines, the people await the delivery of St. Jude hospital, at last!

While self-seeking politicians continue to spout obvious lines, the people await the delivery of St. Jude hospital, at last!

As the political St. Jude football continues to be kicked around ten years on, former Prime Minister Stephenson King (pictured)… Read More

4 years ago
KIM’S KORNER: Thoracic Outlet SyndromeKIM’S KORNER: Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

KIM’S KORNER: Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

Pain, numbness and tingling in the arm can be worrying. There are many causes of this uncomfortable phenomenon and quite… Read More

4 years ago
KIM’S KORNER: The pros and cons of hypermobilityKIM’S KORNER: The pros and cons of hypermobility

KIM’S KORNER: The pros and cons of hypermobility

We all know someone who is super-flexible, who can almost effortlessly perform the splits while most of us can only… Read More

4 years ago
KIM’S KORNER: Snap, Crackle and PopKIM’S KORNER: Snap, Crackle and Pop

KIM’S KORNER: Snap, Crackle and Pop

For once, forget the cereal usually associated with the title of this piece. This time around we’re referring to the… Read More

4 years ago
Plastic Ban but no National Standards for Food Safety Containers . . .Yet!Plastic Ban but no National Standards for Food Safety Containers . . .Yet!

Plastic Ban but no National Standards for Food Safety Containers . . .Yet!

Converting to compostable food service containers may be equally harmful to the environment and worse for our bodies, without imposing… Read More

4 years ago
KIM’S KORNER- The Hazards of KneelingKIM’S KORNER- The Hazards of Kneeling

KIM’S KORNER- The Hazards of Kneeling

When we think of knee injuries and pain, we often visualize people who play sports or older people who have… Read More

4 years ago

KIM’S KORNER- Different Strokes For Different Folks!

Stroke is leading cause of death and disability in Saint Lucia and around the world, affecting over 15 million… Read More

4 years ago

KIM’S KORNER- Hepatitis: The Silent Virus

July 28 is World Hepatitis Day and the aim is to raise awareness of this viral infection. Hepatitis can be… Read More

4 years ago

Another Visiting Dignitary Endorses PPP Arrangements

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen (centre) with Prime Minister Allen Chastanet (left) and Guy Joseph, Minister for Economic Development at the St. Jude… Read More

4 years ago

‘Eco-friendly’ Could Be Harmful

"Forever chemicals" have become target for recent research. On August 1, we will no longer be able to import… Read More

4 years ago

Fighting the Effects of Ageing

There are many reasons why osteoporosis occurs. One is lower levels of oestrogen, significant factor during menopause which may… Read More

4 years ago