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Jamaica Gleaner Profiles in Medicine
published: Wednesday | October 4, 2006

Food addiction begins and ends with pain
The World Health Organisation recognises that obesity is a major problem worldwide. It states that this "escalating global epidemic is one of today's most blatantly visible and yet most neglected public health problem."

Inhalants right under your nose

Common household items can be toxic inhalants to young people. These products are all over your home. They are available and inexpensive. Young people abuse inhalants because they get a high from them.


More exercise, less drugs

More and more studies are demonstrating that regular physical activity is associated with an improved quality of life. A properly prescribed exercise programme can lower health care cost, not only by reducing the incidences or severity...




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