Jamaica Gleaner
Published: Wednesday | April 1, 2009
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The mystique of energy drinks and bars
In our fast-paced world, people are riding out the storm of 'no time to sleep', 'no time to eat' and 'no time to relax' and are reaching for an anchor. Many people are clinging to some 'saviours', such as energy bars and energy drinks, but continue to be washed away ...

The low-down on genital warts
Common warts are caused by a virus known as human papilloma virus (HPV). There are about 100 different strains of HPV. Different types of warts have been identified, and they appear on various parts of the body, but today we will look at genital warts, a highly contagious...

Living with a paranoid relative
What are the features displayed by paranoid persons? 1. Suspiciousness: People who are paranoid are very suspicious. They often think that others are discussing, spying or attempting to harm them. 2. Secretive: They tend to be secretive and guarded...

Why can't I father a child?
Every so often, a man will attend my practice because he believes that he is infertile. Sometimes he would tell me of a previous relationship where his partner was unable to conceive but that this same partner was able to conceive when she entered a new relationship.


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