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The Barbados Family Planning Association will be hosting its first medical conference on Sexual and Reproductive Health in the Caribbean on June 24-25, 2017.  Scheduled to be held at the Radisson Aquatica Hotel in Barbados, the goal of this conference is to provide an opportunity for information sharing and enhanced knowledge of current sexual andContinue reading “Barbados Family Planning’s Sexual & Reproductive Health Conference June 24-25, 2017”

Understanding how to optimize the communication process between patients/family and the health care delivery team is essential to our goal of reducing the burden of cancer. This CME will explore various aspects of communication in cancer care and will feature Miami-based Radiation Oncologist Dr. Sophia Edwards-Bennett and local health care providers. About the Guest SpeakerContinue reading “Communication in Cancer Care June 22”

Helene is Coming Barbados! Listen to her special message on YouTube.  

Here is some info about the Health benefits of Apples….. 1. Apples are filled with soluble fiber (5 grams) This fiber has been shown to reduce intestinal disorders, including diverticulitis, hemorrhoids and possibly some types of cancer. Helps control insulin levels by releasing sugar slowly into the bloodstream. Cleanses and detoxifies, which helps eliminate heavyContinue reading “Nutrition Corner: Benefits of Apples”

Read this interesting article from Sciencedaily.com on the link between potassium and lowering blood pressure.   https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/04/170405130950.htm

According to Canadian Helene Charlebois your high fibre foods such as grains and vegetables and Omega 3 filled foods can help low your cholesterol….take a look.    

Do we really understand what 10 g of sugar means? Find out how to read nutrition labels with Canadian Registered Dietitian, Helene Charlebois.  Remember she will be here May 6-7. Book your tickets at this link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nutrition-for-non-nutritionists-workshop-tickets-32386273215?aff=es2.  

Brief Biography of Dr V. Rene Best Dr. Best is a physician in private practice in Barbados and he also serves as the Force Medical Officer of the Barbados Defense Force where he carries the rank of Captain.. At present he is the Rehabilitation Coordinator on the Medical Panel of the West Indies Cricket Board.Continue reading “About Local Feature Speaker, Dr. V. Rene Best – Nutrition Workshop May 2017”

  Helene talks about testosterone and food….take a look.