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Jamaica Gleaner Profiles in Medicine
published: Wednesday | October 11, 2006

Mixing emotions with suicide
Contrary to the general perception, Jamaica's suicide rate is among the lowest in the world. Data from the Ministry of Health indicate a range of between 2.1 and 3 per 100,000 over the last five years.

I AM WHAT I THINK - Here's how to manage your emotions

Dealing with emotions is important. The most successful people are able to mange their emotions. Many people are unhappy, have poor health, have poor interpersonal relationships and are not achieving the success..


HER HEALTH: Abnormal vaginal discharges

One of the most common reasons why a woman comes into my office is because of an abnormal vaginal discharge. She may report burning, itching, a bad odour or heavier-than-usual discharge, among other things.


HIS HEALTH: Prostate cancer - Who should be tested and when

In general, prostate cancer is a slow growing tumour and will not usually cause death until 10 to 15 years after initial diagnosis at an early stage. Based on this important observation and the fact that the average life expectancy for men...


DIETITIAN'S DESK - Ageing beef at the right temperature

It is an accepted practice to 'condition' or 'ripen' beef after slaughter to develop its characteristic flavour and improve tenderness, especially in cuts closer to the ribs.




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