Welcome to Issue 9 of WellnessConnect!
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In this issue of WellnessConnect…
Bianca Bianco: Nourishing the Body, Feeding the Soul
“Having the tools and skills to make healthier […]
Dr. Sawh: Making Medical History — Again
Twenty-two years after his contributions to the field […]
Body Blast with The Prince of Fitness
The Maestro is in charge, his silent commands […]
Caribbean Lifestyle Diabetes Centre: Taking Charge
“Diabetes doesn’t go on vacation while you enjoy Christmas […]
Special Olympics T&T: The Ability to Excel
“A special person can do anything we can […]
Lymphedema Association of T&T: Raising Awareness
Ask anyone about cancer, and familiarity floods in […]
Past Issues of WellnessConnect
Issue 8 of WellnessConnect
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Kenny Lindsay: Mr. Physique
“The real source behind my drive is me being better than I was yesterday.”
For Kenny […]
Taekwondo Champ Edson Breedy: Onward to Rio
To the onlooker, it appears to be a dizzying display of sparring with high […]
Empower Nutrition: The Power of Nutrition
Nutrition holds the power to unlock the body’s full potential — and yet, its importance is […]
Talking Financial Wellness with Calvin Mendez
“Imagine you go to a doctor for a headache, and he puts your leg in […]
New Wave: Corporate Gym Management & Outfitting
Whether it’s a small office-sized room for just a few employees at a time […]
Raw Fitness: Getting Pumped in South T&T
Whether you are a gym addict or a first-timer, South Trinidad’s newest gym facility […]
Issue 7 of WellnessConnect
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Dr. Alexandra Ames: Medicine Made Simple
We often think of birth control as a synonym for ‘condoms’ or ‘the pill’ […]
Vitas House – Quality Hospice Care
The word ‘hospice’ brings to mind an onslaught of powerful images — illness, and […]
Dr. James Bratt: Psychiatry for Seniors
“Old people don’t have problems… why would they need a psychiatrist?”
This is the type […]
Bboy Young10: Breakdancing in the Spotlight
“Nobody can do what I do.”
Quite the broad statement… but Jerome Richardson, or “BBoy […]
Digestive Disorders: Crohn’s and Colitis in T&T
It is a silent shame suffered by some, about an aspect of our lives […]
Biomechanics: Behind the Scene of Cricket
The sport of cricket immediately calls to mind our nation’s famous batsmen and bowlers… […]
Issue 6 of WellnessConnect
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T&T IVF & Fertility Centre: Delivering Hope
For those who long for parenthood, being unable to conceive can be devastating.
“There is […]
ISD Health Solutions: Making Sleep Count
We all know that snoring isn’t sexy — but did you know that snoring […]
Yoga 4 Youth – A Life of Balance
Self-esteem. Emotional development. Coordination. Balance.
While we often speak of the general benefits of yoga, […]
Freestyle Football: A Ball and A Dream
“All you need is a ball and your imagination.”
As cliché as it may sound, […]
The Down Syndrome Family Network: Advocating For Inclusion
Athletes David Egan and Dr. Karen Gaffney. Actors Chris Burke, Tommy Jessop, Lauren Potter, and Luke […]
Rape & Domestic Violence in T&T: Reaching Out
Rape and domestic violence are topics that are painful to discuss — but it […]
Issue 5 of WellnessConnect
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Giving Back – Caribbean Medical Providers Practicing Abroad
Caribbean nationals that seek success abroad are often chastised for contributing to the regional […]
CARPHA: Public Health on the Agenda
“A regular doctor sees an individual patient, and gives a diagnosis and a prescription. […]
The Just Because Foundation: Care Beyond Cancer
It’s a parent’s worst nightmare.
A childhood diagnosis of cancer is something that shakes you […]
Taking Care of Your Heart – Dr. Clifford Thomas, Premier Heart Care Ltd.
Of the major health concerns facing the world today, cardiovascular disease ranks number one.
The […]
CATT: The Community of Capoeira
To the onlooker, it can appear to be a dance…
Graceful, fluid movements of lunging, […]
The ADHD Foundation of Trinidad & Tobago: Raising Awareness
Few mental health conditions have provoked more debate and controversy in recent years than […]
Issue 4 of WellnessConnect
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Urologist Dr. Lall Sawh: Pioneering the Field
It’s not often you meet a legend — and Lall Sawh’s career is certainly […]
Eye Health in T&T: A Closer Look
“Would you rather lose a limb, or an eye?”
It is the question that grabs […]
Renew Clinic: Beyond Therapy
The artwork is the first thing you notice — which is hardly something you […]
Caribbean Kids & Families Therapy Organisation: A Family of Care
For a parent of a child with disabilities, the world can seem very limiting […]
Trevlon Hall: BMX Freestyle Pioneer
“If you build it, they will come.”
It is the timeless test of faith — […]
Rovon: Home Healthcare with a Difference
Healthcare does not end when you are discharged from the hospital.
For many, it […]
Issue 3 of WellnessConnect
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Studio W: A Community of Care
“Women set the stage for the lifestyle of the family. Almost every woman we […]
Tai Chi: A Way of Life
“Tai chi is a very total art. It is high art disguised as a […]
Rhythm & Style: Latin Dance in T&T
The word ‘dance’ in Trinidad and Tobago usually connotes gyrating to soca or grooving […]
Brent Elder: The Catalyst of Fitness
“Let Your Fitness Work For You.”
It was the advice of his mentor, and today […]
Livet Wellness Centre & Holistic Spa
“Why Diet when you can Livet?”
It is the maxim of Uchenna Hackett, more commonly known […]
The T&T Association of Midwives: Delivering the Future
Pregnancy can be one of the most exciting periods for an expectant mother — […]
The Therapeutic Workshoppe: Speech-Language & Occupational Therapy
Tie-tongue. Lisp. Stutter.
These are the words that immediately come to mind when we think […]
Safety First! — The Audit You Need
“You have to care about people. That’s what Safety is all about. You are […]
Issue 2 of WellnessConnect
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See our feature stories from Issue 2
Hibiscus Place Adult Day Centre: Therapy in the Golden Years
With birds chirping overhead as you lounge in a recliner on the verandah and absorb the […]
Mental Health Therapy through the Expressive Arts
It was the lure of the environment that encouraged Nicolette Choo Quan, in late 2013, to […]
WOW – Women Only Workout
The thought of going to a gym can be a daunting one for mature […]
ZIP-ITT: The Thrill of the Swoosh
Legs dangling, heart in your stomach, wind at your back — and the childish […]
Holistic Healing with Horses and Yoga
Namaste.
“The divine essence in me recognises the divine essence in you.”
It is the customary […]
Provocative Fitness: Making Sexy Fit
“Sexy” and “corporate” are words that don’t often go together.
But Provocative Fitness begs to […]
Rev it up! – Spinning with Brian
“Come on, you better than that!”
It is the encouraging shout urging you to go […]
Yvonne Batson: Changing the Future of Diabetes in T&T
While Trinidad and Tobago and the wider Caribbean are certainly not immune to the […]
Indoor and Out: It’s the Climb
“It’s not about physical strength at all. Rock climbing is about discipline, skill, and […]
Music Therapy: The Rhythm of Healing
The buzz in your brain, the humming in your veins, the swell of your […]
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Issue 1 of WellnessConnect
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Rainbow Warriors: Outdoor Fun for All Ages
“I had to stop competing — we didn’t have any more space to put the […]
Behind Your Pills: Pharmaceutical Society
While we all understand the role of our doctors, it’s not often we give thought […]
It’s All Hair – Trichology in T&T
Hair.
For those with bouncing, lustrous locks it’s just a word… but if you’ve ever looked […]
Career Wellness Coaching for Professionals
You’ve been in the job so long you’re not sure you even know what […]
Krav Maga: The Combat Readiness Lifestyle
“Your mind is the most valuable tool you have in any confrontation… as long […]
Gymnastics Explorers Club: The Balance
“To watch a child come in stumbling… and then be able to stand and […]
Massage Therapy: The Profession of Touch
“It’s about love… if you don’t love what you do, your energy could never […]
Total Rehab Centre: holistic health
It began with a dream, and a well-timed opportunity.
“Our contracts were all coming to […]
Grande Agro: The Complete Experience
“Once you have land, you have health and wealth.” It was her father’s motto, […]
Nature Trekkers: Going Beyond Expectations
“Some people come to fall in love…” – Emile Serrette
Whether it’s love or nature […]