A world leader in the personal training certification and holistic wellness industry, the International Sports Sciences Association, ISSA, is proud to bring to market its Spanish-translated personal training course, aimed at serving the growing Spanish-speaking community. The new course will provide Spanish-speaking students with the opportunity to receive certified personal training in their …

You have reached the end of your secondary level education and must now face your examinations in May and June. It is time to write the Caribbean Examination Council (CXC) / Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) exams. Whether you are prepared or not, you will be writing, shading or drawing …

“Our revamped brand identity really marks a new beginning for DIVA that will lay the groundwork for upcoming innovation,” said Carinne Chambers-Saini, founder and CEO of DIVA. “For twenty years, our community has trusted DIVA to demystify periods and provide reliable and sustainable period care. We are so looking forward …

Mastercard’s Girls4Tech, an educational programme that seeks to inspire girls aged 8 to 16 to acquire skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), returned to the Caribbean with the participation of 38 girls from Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago. Currently, this initiative has reached more than three million students …

Crystal healing is an ancient holistic therapy that uses the natural energy of crystals to balance and align the body’s energy centres. This therapy has gained immense popularity in recent years, and many people are interested in becoming certified crystal healers to offer this service professionally. If you’re one of …

A rising effort to encourage women to seek jobs in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) has emerged in recent years. Women continue to be underrepresented in these sectors, so this initiative is crucial. Only 28% of workers in scientific and engineering jobs are women, according to the National Scientific …

The medical school admissions process can be an extremely stressful and overwhelming experience for aspiring medical students. One aspect that is often overlooked is mental health and self-care during this process. Here are some strategies for addressing mental health and practising self-care during stressful medical school admissions. Strategies for dealing …

The beyond breathtaking Dominica is one place that makes it to almost every list by travel journalists. It’s that time of year again when they round up the most beautiful places in the world. Is 2023 the year that travel finally bounces back? It seems so! With much of the …

April is Autism Acceptance Month, and the Autism Society of America will highlight the real impacts of acceptance in action, from interpersonal interactions to national policy choices. Autism is the fastest-growing developmental disability in the United States, with one in 36 children receiving a diagnosis, according to today’s newly released …

Most people probably use a face wash to rid their skin of dirt, grime, and dead cells. But as you shall find, these cosmetic products can offer many other benefits, including rehydrating your skin and keeping dermatological conditions like acne at bay. The best part about facial cleansers is that …

Poor posture can cause back pain as it puts extra strain on your muscles, ligaments, and joints. When you slouch, it can increase the pressure on your spinal discs and put your spine out of alignment. It can cause tension and pain in your back muscles. In addition, poor posture …

Funding of a $40,000 grant will support the expansion of the Lenoir County non-profit Hope Restorations programme model for adults recovering from addiction and/or incarceration through intervention programmes and job skills training in home restoration and renovation, announced SECU Foundation. Providing steady income for adults recovering from addiction and/or incarceration “SECU …

Postpartum depression affects up to 1 in 5 mothers and is associated with elevated rates of emotional, behavioral, and cognitive problems in offspring. The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation (BBRF) is hosting a free webinar, “Changes in Infant Emotion Regulation Following Maternal Treatment for Postpartum Depression” on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at 2:00 …

The developer of a breakthrough universal cancer vaccine that will use the body’s immune system to fight cancer, CancerVAX, Inc, reported that CEO Ryan Davies spoke with oncology researcher and biotech trailblazer Dr David Bearss on his experience with cancer therapeutics and advice for young biotechnology companies. Dr Bearss touched …