In a society where men are less likely than women to seek psychosocial support, hearing that fathers have been stepping up and seeking help to better father their children is a big deal. Stay with us to hear more.
Digital technology has fundamentally improved the way we conduct a variety of activities, such as communicating across distances, pursuing higher education and doing business with companies. The latest area being changed for the better thanks to digital tech is accessing medical treatment. Telehealth systems allow medical practitioners to treat patients remotely. On today’s programme Senior Business Development Partner and Caribbean...
In 2021 Jamaica assembled a 61-member team to the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo and in addition to the many track and field athletes who qualified, Jamaica also had competitors in swimming, diving, boxing, gymnastics, and judo. On today’s program we hear from Jamaica's first Olympic Judoka - Ebony Drysdale Daley, about her Tokyo Olympics experience and her journey to Paris...
Oftentimes the discussions around mental health tend to focus on adults and the solutions available to help them address their personal issues. However, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) 10% of children and adolescents worldwide are dealing with a mental disorder. The majority of them do not seek help or receive care. With this in mind, Regional psychologist at...
Each year thousands of Jamaicans benefit from social welfare services offered by the government. One of the flagship programmes through which this happens is the Programme of Advancement Through Health and Education (PATH). Hundreds of persons are involved in its execution each year, but among them one has been particularly instrumental. That name is Colette Roberts Risden, Permanent Secretary in...
The popular streetside eatery, Crab Circle, located in Heroes Circle has gone viral, following a recent video showing one of the vendors engaging in an unsanitary act in close proximity to where her food is sold. A training opportunity will be provided to vendors in the area, in proper food-handling and preparation. Regulations will also be developed to regulate street-side...
It has been said that Natalie Thompson was destined for greatness. Looking back now at her accomplishments, one could easily make the case that she has lived up to expectations. For her passion and commitment to the local film industry, Natalie Thompson will receive the Order of Distinction in the rank of Officer on Heroes' Day.