Transform Global Health is an initiative to improve the state of healthcare globally
The NWRHA has embarked on a series of preventative health interventions which are community-based and approach health in a holistic manner through empowering individuals to improve their health. This Sunday 20th October at the Port-of-Spain Central Market, Beetham Highway, the NWRHA will be observing a Breast Cancer Awareness health fair. At our health fairs, we […]
This year, the international community celebrates World Sight Day on the 10th of October. On this day we are called to closely examine issues related to eye health, and what we can do to preserve the vision of people here in Trinidad and Tobago. Worldwide, from an estimated global population of 7.3 billion: 36 million […]
For some mothers breastfeeding can be quite a challenge. It is important to recognize that you are not alone. Below are some tips on the common problems you may encounter while breastfeeding and how to manage them. Do not be afraid to ask for help if you are having difficulty with breastfeeding. There are many […]
The Global School-Based Student Health Survey (GSHS) is a collaborative surveillance project designed to help countries measure and assess the behavioral risk factors and protective factors in 10 key areas among young people. The key topics addressed by the survey are: alcohol use, dietary behaviors, drug use, hygiene, mental health, physical activity, protective factors, sexual […]
Monthly breast self-examination is important as the woman gets to know her own body and will be able to tell if something is different. It should be done once a month, for those women still having a period do the examination about seven to ten days after your period since at that time there will likely […]
This October 1st 2019, the World commemorates International Day of Older Persons with the theme “The Journey to Age Equality”. Our experienced persons have contributed immensely to society and they deserve to be treated with dignity and respect. These persons continue to significant contribute and their age should not be a reason for society to […]
What is Physical Activity? Physical Activity is any form of movement of the body that uses energy. Dancing, brisk walking, gardening and doing daily chores around the home are just some common examples of physical activity. Insufficient amounts of physical activity can lead to increased risk of obesity, diabetes (type2), high blood pressure, heart attacks, […]
As a Registered Dietitian, I have heard this statement made countless number of times, even among healthcare professionals, so in return I have asked the question why do people have these assumptions. These are some of the commonly held views as it relates to healthy eating and its relation to money. MYTHS #1 Organic foods […]
The purpose of the day is to raise awareness around the globe that suicide can be prevented. Suicide occurs all over the world and can take place at almost any age. Globally, suicide rates are highest in people aged 70 years and over. In some countries, however, the highest rates are found among the young. […]
The NWRHA has embarked on a series of preventative health interventions which are community-based and approach health in a holistic manner through empowering individuals to improve their health. This includes our Care Fairs which offer free health screening services and a suite of health services aimed towards the early detection and prevention of Communicable and […]
