Written by Ms. Kimmette Robertson Whether you have been diagnosed with a menstrual disorder or suspect that you have one, there is no doubt that living with either PCOS, Endometriosis, Adenomyosis or uterine fibroids has significantly impacted the quality of your daily life. In this week’s article, SheIsLotus will highlight the impact of living with these conditions, noting specifically their effect on a woman’s physical, emotional and social well-being, in addition to the occupational consequences. The Physical ImpactOne of the most common symptoms reported by women who are affected by menstrual disorders is chronic pain. Despite this however, women often…
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I am living in Stvincent and the Grenadines and climate change is having a negative impact on my life and the environment. Climate change refers to significant changes in global temperature, precipitation, wind patterns, and other measures of climate over several decades or longer. Droughts are having a devasting impact in Stvincent and the Grenadines and in 2020 we would have experienced one of the worst droughts in living memory, which had caused a lot of farmers to lose their crops and animals because of the high temperatures and lack of rainfall. According to an NBC news article, the article…
On April 17th and 18th 2023, World Pediatric Project (“WPP”) hosted itsfirst Physical Therapy mission for the year at the Milton Cato Memorial Hospital. The mission lasted for two (2) fulldays and was led by physical therapist, Lisa Bebko. She was accompanied by occupational therapist, Jessica Lynn.They also had support from local physiotherapist, Mrs. Janelle Ballah, who works at the Milton Cato MemorialHospital. The team saw a total of 28 children who have disabilities or genetic disorders that impair their ability towalk, affect their fine motor and their overall ability to function daily. The youngest of the children that were…
The Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) is participating in the Fourth Global Conference of the One Planet Network’s Sustainable Food Systems Program. Until the end of the week, stakeholders from diverse regions will discuss how to tackle multiple crises facing humanity, by building sustainable, resilient, healthy and inclusive agrifood systems. The meeting was jointly organized by the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), in coordination with other governmental and civil society organizations, including the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock of Costa Rica. It is taking place in Hanoi, from Monday, April 24 to Thursday, April 27. Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture…
The ragga and power soca competitions will this, year be held as separate competitions.News of the decoupling of the events came from the Chief Executive Officer of the Carnival Development Corporation (CDC) Ricardo Adams, during a press conference held on Monday April 24th.Mr. Adams made mention of the toll, having both competitions in one night had taken on competitors.“Decoupling of the Ragga soca and the Power soca competitions, we have had feedback over the years that the Soca Monarch competition is entirely too long an event and we have heard persons who’ve made those comments and we have taken that…
Chairman of the Carnival Development Corporation (CDC) Ricardo Adams says the organization has heard the concerns of organizers of rural carnival events with regards to recent limitations of venues.Mr. Adams said that they are currently in the process of clarifying which events can and can’t be hosted at different venues, highlighting events such as pageants, noting they are more than likely to be permitted, while events such as calypso shows might pose more of a problem. “We heard, and as it is popular to say, we feel the pain of the promoters and the rural carnivals where the limitation on…
The Business community here in St. Vincent and the Grenadines has been called on to support the pan art form.This call came from President of the Youlou Pan Movement Rodney Small during a press conference hosted by the Carnival Development Corporation (CDC) earlier this week.Mr. Small noted that over the years the pan players have produced excellent academic performances, emphasizing the important role the instrument plays in the lives of the youth. “I am kindly asking the business community to support the steel pan art form, we need your support. The steel pan industry is filled with a lot talented…
. By Eddy Smith In politics, the ability to connect with voters through persuasive language, dynamic presence, and infectious energy has often been referred to as charisma. However, scholars and political experts alike recognize that this quality encompasses much more than mere charm or magnetism. Drawing from ancient Greek philosophy and contemporary research, we can see that charisma involves several elements that contribute to a leader’s ability to attract and retain voters. One key component of charismatic leadership is the ability to inspire trust and confidence in followers. This trust is built through a leader’s authenticity, consistency, and transparency. As…
Important strategic partnership aims to increase the production of the island’s world-class cocoa Saint Luc ia’s cocoa beans are among the highest quality, being fine or flavour cocoa, and The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Saint Lucia Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security and Rural Development are working diligently together to grow and expand the local cocoa sector. The Programme for Capacity Building related to Multilateral Environmental Agreements in ACP Countries (ACP MEAs 3), a partnership among the European Union, the Organization of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS), UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and…
Chairman of the Carnival Development Committee (CDC) Ricardo Adams announced today that the CDC has officially partnered with Caribbean Airlines (CAL) as the carrier for Vincy Mas 2023. “This has been something that we have been working along for quite a while and am really happy to welcome CAL on board and I know that this auger(s) well for us getting additional airlift out of the Eastern Seaboard of Canada, and the Caribbean,” Adam explained. Speaking at a Press briefing held today April 24, at the CDC Conference room, Adams said that while there has been improved air access in…