Why doesn't the average person refrain from pursuing illegal prospects out of fear of being arrested? According to NJAM member Lennon Matthew, this is predicated on risk and reward. Things like the drug trade will continue as the odds of being caught get thinner in a society that encourages more corruption rather than fixing the legal system. He asks, "If you had to choose between making three thousand dollars as a teacher and dealing drugs, what would you do?" Matthew goes on to emphasize the idea that some people might enter the drug trade as a side business, reinforcing that since society has not altered to boost the opportunity for wealth, there is a bigger reward than risk. NJAM member, Lennon Matthew.
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We do not consistently and thoroughly collect data about the environment, according to Dr. Dave Lloyd, a member of the Waitukubuli Advocate for Viable Environment (WAVE). He continued by saying that we must be willing to gather and be aware of crucial facts if we hope to be able to manage and implement systems. He spoke on Q95’s lifeline program hosted by Dr Thomson Fontaine on Sunday. Dr. Lloyd continued by saying that a robust monitoring framework would involve the regular collection of crucial data necessary for environmental awareness. Dr. Dave Lloyd, a member of the Waitukubuli Advocate for Viable Environment (WAVE).
The Peace Walkers of Dominica invites all to a special press conference held at the DPSU Conference Room, where persons can get a chance to communicate their views and concerns about our current social standing. This from Lead Peace Walker Atherton Martin sounding the call for the 23rd Walk for Justice, this Wednesday at 9:00AM at the DPSU building. The focus of this week will be on National Safety as well as security and all its intricacies, with a select focus on the most vulnerable of our society. Lead Peace Walker, Atherton Martin.
Opposition Leader Lennox Linton reviewed statements made by Dominica’s President Charles Saverin in vis a vis the recent CCJ’s statements on Dominica’s elections being tainted. Mr. Linton describes the President’s statements as “patently untrue”, and when weighed against the facts of the case, Linton opines that the statements are wrong. Linton describes the president’s approach to his office as miss-leadership that is heavily tainted with political preference. Leader of the Opposition, Lennox Linton.
According to Dr. Camille David of Caribbean Aqua-terrestrial Solutions, coral reefs are crucial to the ecosystem of the near-shore marine area, and any human activity that encourages coral reef degradation will have an effect on the shorelines. He spoke on Q95’s Lifeline program hosted by Dr. Thomson Fontaine on Sunday. Dr. David went on to say that with the loss of important Coral Beds, there would also be a loss in significant nursery habitats, which are crucial for maintaining the variety of the near-shore ecosystem. Dr. Camille David of Caribbean Aqua-terrestrial Solutions.
Health Minister Dr Irving McIntyre says several measures have been taken to reduce chronic non-communicable diseases on the island. A couple of these include signing on to the Framework Convention of Tobacco Control 2006 (FTTC) in 2006, which included the training, education, communication, and public awareness campaign in line with Article 12 held yearly, as well as increasing 10% taxation on Tobacco and tobacco products. September represents Caribbean Wellness Month where the ministry will be undertaking several activities to fight CNCDs on the island. Health Minister, Dr Irving McIntyre.
Ag Director of Primary Health Care, Dr Lynora Fevrier Drigo says studies presented to CARPHA in the month of May, pointed to Caribbean countries as having some of the highest rates of obesity in children in the world. Statistics show that 1 in 3, and 1 in 5 of adolescents are either over-weight or obese. This she says is mainly due to poor dietary intake and low levels of physical activity. She says, particularly worrying are the low levels of consumption of fruits and vegetables, and high levels of consumption of carbonated beverages. As a result of these findings, primary health care services will be focusing on community outreach to bring about lifestyle in the youth. Ag Director of Primary Health Care, Dr Lynora Fevrier Drigo.
Dominica Cancer Society Youth Arm disbursed over $3,000 in scholarships to 7 students this year8/30/2022 Member of the Dominica Cancer Society Youth Arm, Tamera Cornelius says the group targets students/children who are directly or indirectly affected by cancer. DCA Youth Arm is a small group, which is a subsection under the Dominica Cancer Society. Cornelius says $3,000 in scholarships can be awarded to 7 students this year with support of various sponsors. Member of the Dominica Cancer Society Youth Arm, Tamera Cornelius
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (also known as PID) is a clinical syndrome that results from the ascension of microorganisms from the cervix and vagina to the upper genital tract. Chlamydia and gonorrhea are two of the serious complications of PID. The most commonly reported infectious diseases in the US. Despite the lack of symptoms, Histologic evidence of endometritis has been demonstrated in women with subclinical PID. Pelvic inflammatory illness is defined in layman's terms by OB-GYN Dr. Diane Robinson-Amour. She stated that 85 percent of pelvic inflammatory diseases have been implicated as sexually transmitted diseases, in one third to half of PID cases. Women develop PID, when certain bacteria, such as the sexually transmitted pathogens, Chlamydia trachomatis (CT) and Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG), move upward from a woman’s vagina or cervix into her reproductive organs. A number of different microorganisms can cause or contribute to PID. Dr Amour highlighted some of the symptoms and how they are detected. OB-GYN, Dr. Diane Robinson-Amour.
Chief of the Kalinago Indigenous Group from Dominica Lorenzo Sanford, is taking part in the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) run by the US Department of State.
He will learn the best practices to prevent and address human rights violations against members of marginalized communities during the IVLP program, along with participants from several other nations, including Turkey, Ghana, Austria, and Mexico. They will also discuss advocacy strategies to reform discriminatory laws and policies and to develop improved legislative protections, plan public education campaigns to promote tolerance, inclusivity, and/or awareness of minority communities and their needs. The IVLP is the Department of State's main professional exchange program, bringing together up-and-coming professionals to network with American colleagues and discuss best practices. |
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