HEALTH

Many people who are sceptical about electric vehicles (EVs) or plug-in hybrids point to issues such as battery disposal, rare earth mining, charging infrastructure, range anxiety and cost. However recent publicity has drawn attention to a different concern: magnetic fields inside electric and hybrid cars and whether they could pose …

For anyone staring at thinning hair in the mirror or brushing away strands from their pillow in the morning, the search for a solution can feel endless. Expensive treatments and invasive procedures often leave people disappointed. But what if the answer to fuller, healthier hair was sitting in your kitchen …

Constipation is one of the most common digestive complaints worldwide. It is estimated that millions of people struggle daily with irregular bowel movements, bloating, and discomfort that can stem from an unhealthy gastrointestinal tract. When waste material remains in the intestines for too long, it hardens, becomes difficult to pass, …

In 1991, coffee was placed under a cloud of suspicion. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), part of the World Health Organization, classified coffee as “possibly carcinogenic to humans”. This categorisation was based on early research that drew associations between coffee and bladder cancer, supported by animal studies …

To mark each October 10, the world pauses to remember that mental health matters. For many, those two words, World Mental Health Day, evoke images of green ribbons, webinars, social-media campaigns and appeals to “end the stigma”. But beneath the surface lies a deeper purpose: to reclaim mental health as …

A panic attack is a sudden, intense surge of fear or anxiety that can feel debilitating, often striking without warning. The experience is terrifying, involving physical symptoms like a racing heart, shortness of breath, dizziness, and a profound sense of losing control or impending doom. While they are not physically …

As flu season approaches, many families in Trinidad and Tobago turn to traditional foods, herbs, and home remedies that have supported health for generations. While modern medicine remains essential for severe symptoms, boosting your immune system through diet can provide a strong defence. From soursop to sorrel, the islands offer …

Preeclampsia is a pregnancy-specific condition characterised by high blood pressure and protein in the urine, typically occurring after the 20th week of gestation. While the exact cause of preeclampsia remains elusive, researchers believe it arises from a combination of factors related to the placenta, the organ that nourishes the developing …

Menopause, a natural biological process marking the end of a woman’s reproductive years, is often accompanied by a range of symptoms that can significantly impact quality of life. While hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has long been a cornerstone of treatment, the landscape of menopause management is rapidly evolving. New research …

By Federico N Fernández With just 100 days until the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control’s 11th Conference of the Parties (COP11) convenes in Geneva, Caribbean nations face a defining moment. While the Secretariat pushes a familiar narrative of prohibition and restriction, Trinidad and Tobago’s Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has …