When Should You Worry About Heart Palpitations?

Frank Short 04-Aug-2022

 A heart palpitation is a general term used to describe any type of irregularity in the heartbeat.

Pacific Exporters Speak on State of Industry

Frank Short 03-Aug-2022

Echoing this statement, Jarvis said PTI Australia’s digital upskilling portfolio sought to bridge this gap.

Health Supplies Finally Arrive in SI

Frank Short 03-Aug-2022

“Nevertheless, with efforts made in the past days there have generated some positive outcomes.

Government thanks Japan’s support in Sustainable Forest Resource Management project

Frank Short 03-Aug-2022

He adds we do understand that our forest resources are rapidly exploited and depleted at an unsustainable rate. 

WINGS of Hope Christian School officially yesterday opened its door for students with the focus to securing a future that is productive and creative.

Frank Short 03-Aug-2022

Located at Okea in the Guadalcanal plains, Wings of Hope Christian School offers Early Childhood Education.

World’s First Cure for Genetic Heart Conditions Could Be Within Reach

Frank Short 03-Aug-2022

A new research venture could bring about a cure for genetic heart conditions.

When basic health is not there

Frank Short 02-Aug-2022

Lack of staff, facilities, and vital medicine have long been a problem for rural clinics.

WB Group set to reform squatter settlements in Vanuatu

Frank Short 01-Aug-2022

Ministry of Lands director-general Henry Vira has welcomed the assistance from World Bank.

Habitual mask-wearing is likely helping Japan, Singapore and South Korea bring daily Omicron deaths down, epidemiologists say

Frank Short 01-Aug-2022

"We have a very individualistic culture in the West and it's the mirror image in the East.

Australian Aid Stopping the Spread of COVID-19 in Solomon Islands

Frank Short 01-Aug-2022

Between the riots and Covid-19, students have endured up to seven months of learning from home.

MIT engineers have created stamp-sized stickers that can see inside the body:

Frank Short 01-Aug-2022

Zhao did not immediately respond to Insider's request for comment. 

AFP Supports RSIPF With Six New Patrol Vehicles

Frank Short 01-Aug-2022

“These vehicles will elevate the mobility capability of the RSIPF from where it is yesterday,” the MPNSCS Permanent Secretary added.

SEASONAL WORKERS’ SCHEME NUMBER TO ECLIPSE 5, 000 BY DECEMBER

Frank Short 01-Aug-2022

The increase has manifested itself in the number of passports being issued to seasonal workers since 2021.

When's the Best Time to Take Your Blood Pressure?

Frank Short 31-Jul-2022

It’s also important to use an accurate monitor; a few CR-recommended picks are below.

PACER Plus assists Soltuna secure international markets

Frank Short 29-Jul-2022

“Its good sign for Soltuna and Solomon Islands in terms of expanding the markets,” Salato said.

Living With Breast Cancer During and After Treatment

Frank Short 29-Jul-2022

Here's what to know about living with breast cancer during treatment and in the months and years after treatment.

Cocoa Might Help Lower Blood Pressure and Reduce Arterial Stiffness, New Research Suggests

Frank Short 29-Jul-2022

· Every 30 minutes for the first three hours post-capsule

Local pair detained for allegedly printing and circulating counterfeit money.

Frank Short 29-Jul-2022

The duo were charged for uttering in relation to an alleged incident that occurred on 25 July 2022

Counterfeit banknotes in local circulation demands a full police investigation

Frank Short 28-Jul-2022

CBSI is the only authority under Solomon Islands law that is allowed to print and issue legal tender currency (banknotes).

Dentist wants action to reverse high levels of child tooth decay – sending a message to the Solomon Islands as well.

Frank Short 28-Jul-2022

Jason Nath is urging people to take better care of their teeth in order to protect children from developing health issues like diabetes.

Guadalcanal conducts much welcome health promotion training in schools

Frank Short 28-Jul-2022

He also highlighted that the importance of the training is to improve health and wellbeing in the country.

UN to expand support and assistance to the Government and people of Solomon Islands

Frank Short 27-Jul-2022

There was unanimous call from the government and partners to expand the UN’s presence and role in the country. 

SI’s Education sector to benefit through the Education Sector Support Program partnership

Frank Short 27-Jul-2022

In his closing remarks, Dr. Rodie said “young people are the future of our country, and that education begins in the home.”

The #1 Thing to Do to Reduce High Blood Sugar

Frank Short 27-Jul-2022

Diet is very important for keeping blood sugar levels in the safe zone.

Renewable Energy Roadmap Launched

Frank Short 26-Jul-2022

“It is a lesson to pick on and diversify from this century old fossil fuel and develop our own abundant indigenous renewable energy resources,&r

144 Solomon Islanders Deployed to Australia Under PLS

Frank Short 26-Jul-2022

Our labour mobility program delivers direct and tangible benefits to both the Solomon Islands and Australia.

81 Nurses Graduate From SINU and Atoifi CoNllege

Frank Short 26-Jul-2022

More graduate nurses commenced their 2022 Nurses Supervised Practice Program, this week.

Australia Supports Access to Justice in the Provinces

Frank Short 26-Jul-2022

The project also serves to create stronger linkages between rural communities and provincial governments.

NZ Medical Mission vessel for Fijian outer islands about to set sail

Frank Short 26-Jul-2022

I wish the Solomon Islands could benefit from a visiting medical ship in the same way.

Compelling reasons to back a law to create a smokefree generation in New Zealand

Frank Short 26-Jul-2022

 It is planned that children born in 2009 and beyond will never be allowed to buy tobacco products. 

Only eating in the day ‘may lower blood sugar in those with type 2 diabetes’

Frank Short 26-Jul-2022

 Researchers found that limiting eating hours led to a decrease in 24-hour glucose levels.

Rethinking PACER Plus

Frank Short 25-Jul-2022

This has been readily labelled by cynics as a geostrategic political response to China’s increasing influence.

New Leadership Code Commission Head

Frank Short 25-Jul-2022

Ms. Dcima Regatule from Kia in Isabel Province was sworn-in at the Government House today (25 July) before the Acting Governor General, His Excellency

H E Ambassador Caroline Kennedy Among US Delegation Set to Visit Solomon Islands

Frank Short 25-Jul-2022

Her Excellency the US Ambassador to Australia Caroline Kennedy will be among a second US delegation to visit the Solomon Islands in recent months, aft

New Zealand Enhances Pacific Maritime Security with Patrol Vessels

Frank Short 25-Jul-2022

New Zealand Defense Minister Peeni Henare announced Friday the dispatch of patrol vessels to its Pacific Island partners with the intention of strengt

AFP Deliver Firefighting Equipment to RSIPF Fire and Rescue thanks to the FRNSW

Frank Short 25-Jul-2022

The essential equipment, worth about SBD$280,000, includes firefighting boots, gloves, torches, hoses, hose branches and a generator.

Vanuatu Sets up Hotline for Vulnerable Children

Frank Short 25-Jul-2022

The Justice Minister, Esmon Saimon, said children are growing up in a well-connected online world and many become victims of cyberbullying.

Exeptional benefits of coconut water and the utapped export potential for the Solomon Islands

Frank Short 23-Jul-2022

Coconut water can be an unbeatable addition to your diet because of its endless health benefits. Let’s dive right into them. 

Study reveals healthy living can balance high genetic risk for stroke

Frank Short 23-Jul-2022

The lifetime risk of stroke was computed according to what is called a stroke polygenic risk score, with people who had more genetic risk factors link

New Zealand COVID-19 death rate reportedly at record levels

Frank Short 22-Jul-2022

The government dropped its zero-COVID policy this year once the population was largely vaccinated. Since then the virus has been allowed to spread.

5 Tests for Diabetes to Consider If You’re Concerned About Blood Sugars. Useful Advice for the SI

Frank Short 22-Jul-2022

Here, experts break down what a diabetes test is, the different types of tests that are available, and what each test’s results signify.

People With Diabetes Are More Vulnerable to Heart Disease. How to Reduce the Risk. Cautionary notes for the SI.

Frank Short 22-Jul-2022

Eating right is also important, a fact that was first emphasized in the 1940s. “Back then, there weren’t a lot of treatments for diabetes

Solomon Islands at High Risk of Importing Omicron Sub-Variants

Frank Short 22-Jul-2022

Fiji’s Permanent Secretary for Health, Doctor James Fong, says that the positivity rate is an indication of widespread community transmission.

Health Preserved, Lives Saved, Thousands of Dollars Spared: Thanks to Doctors and Nurses in West

Frank Short 22-Jul-2022

Substantial costs also associated with referrals, both for the patient’s families and the government, accumulating hundreds of thousands every y

Kilu’ufi Hospital resumes normal services

Frank Short 21-Jul-2022

According to Dr. Maukera all health services have since returned to normal and as such restrictions have been lifted.

(NRH) Hospital Stocking up on Medical Supplies

Frank Short 21-Jul-2022

Continue to look after ourselves and take every preventative measure seriously to keep us and our families healthy.

How not to solve the climate change problem

Frank Short 21-Jul-2022

Modern society needs energy, but it does not have to be from fossil fuels.

PREVENTION OF HEART ATTACKS – HABITS THAT CAN CURB A HEART ATTACK OCCURRING

Frank Short 21-Jul-2022

I want to concentrate a little on the prevention of heart attacks and wish to share some habits that lead to heart attacks and the kind of things one

Japan assist Tumurora School

Frank Short 21-Jul-2022

This assistance will enable the school to provide appropriate learning environment to students.

Spiritual broadcasts to continue on SIBC

Frank Short 20-Jul-2022

The OPMC encouraged all Christians in the country to enjoy the on-air spiritual devotions.

New hemodialysis machine promised for the NRH to deal with Kidney issues

Frank Short 20-Jul-2022

He said blood will be filtered by using this machine then given it back to the human body.

These Prediabetes Symptoms Might Help You Spot Issues Prior to Developing Diabetes

Frank Short 20-Jul-2022

· Two-hour Plasma Glucose during 75-gram Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT) 140 mg/dL-199 mg/dL

With diabetes sufferers in mind - 9 Surprising Foods That Can Wreak Havoc on Your Blood Sugar

Frank Short 20-Jul-2022

Really? Yes! "The condiments and dressings you use can add up to be big sugar bombs in your meals," explains Kelsey Lorencz, RDN.

200 visitors expected for war anniversary in the Solomon Isands

Frank Short 19-Jul-2022

“We appreciate this is a small start on our road back to recovery but it’s a good start,” he said.

Humanity faces ‘collective suicide’ over climate crisis, warns UN chief

Frank Short 19-Jul-2022

He added: “We have a choice. Collective action or collective suicide. It is in our hands.”

Solomon Islands Family Support Centre Concludes Successful GBV Workshop

Frank Short 19-Jul-2022

A total of 28 participants attended and were awarded with certificate at the end of the conference.

Warnings of 5m waves in Cook Islands following damaging storm – Climate change impact?

Frank Short 19-Jul-2022

Damage assessments and repairs have begun, but communities are now being told to batten down the hatches again.

Guadalcanal 80th Anniversary a Catalyst for Solomon Islands Tourism Recovery

Frank Short 18-Jul-2022

“We appreciate this is a small start on our road back to recovery but it’s a good start,” he said.

Most construction for 2023 Pacific Games is done - Solomon Islands

Frank Short 18-Jul-2022

Mr. Sogavare said the Pacific Games was more than sport and draws the region together.

Australian support for the region, including the Solomon Islands, comes without strings attached, said Anthony Albanese, Australian PM at the recent Pacific Islands Forum

Frank Short 17-Jul-2022

I share with readers some extracts of an article recently published in the Australian Financial Review

Reconciliation and its importance in nation building in the Solomon Islands

Frank Short 17-Jul-2022

When I write about reconciliation, as I did in a piece the other day and posted on Linkedin and on Facebook

The Worst Eating Habit For Fatal Prostate Cancer, New Study Suggests

Frank Short 17-Jul-2022

Hunnes explains that a "healthy diet can decrease the risk of fatal prostate cancer because there are many foods (processed meats

A Pacific Forum on different wavelengths, Tuvalu’s Foreign Minister said last week

Frank Short 17-Jul-2022

"It's a future-looking initiative and our hope is that the Pacific can get behind that as well."

New early-stage breast cancer drug to be offered on NHS in the UK

Frank Short 16-Jul-2022

Last year, NICE approved abemaciclib for patients with HER2-negative breast cancer which has spread to other parts of the body.

Progress on women's rights tackled at Pacific forum

Frank Short 16-Jul-2022

Cook Islands secretary of foreign affairs Tepaeru Hermann shared some insight into the regional focus on women's rights.

Australia Stands with Pacific Family to Declare 'Climate Emergency'

Frank Short 16-Jul-2022

"Throughout every meeting and discussion I've held this week, I have been clear and consistent in our asks for more ambitious climate commit

Remain watchful Solomon Islands for Coronavirus-19 even though air borders have re-opened

Frank Short 16-Jul-2022

Now in the midst of yet another COVID-19 surge in the U.S., some people may find themselves recovering from a coronavirus infection or even reinfectio

These New Developments Could Make Living With Type 2 Diabetes More Manageable

Frank Short 16-Jul-2022

In the future, Pasquel says these procedures are likely to become more commonplace even for people with Type 2 diabetes who are not severely obese.

Suafa tribes set path for development

Frank Short 16-Jul-2022

“Now, the tribes and people of Suafa have restored them and came together as one and are ready for development,” he said.

Australia Stands with Pacific Family to Declare 'Climate Emergency'

Frank Short 15-Jul-2022

"Throughout every meeting and discussion I've held this week, I have been clear and consistent in our asks for more ambitious climate commit

NY doctors say cervical cancer 'can be cured and managed.' Here's how to prevent it.

Frank Short 15-Jul-2022

“It can be completely eliminated,” Badalian said, “if you do prevention and vaccination.”

Sign language lessons to begin in Solomon Islands

Frank Short 15-Jul-2022

"Many who are still out there in the communities really live in isolation because of this barrier in communication.

Health Detects Positive COVID-19 Cases from International Arrivals

Frank Short 15-Jul-2022

“During home isolation, avoid close contact with any person in your household and as much as possible, keep all eating and drinking utensils, cl

China Will Not Have a Military Base in Solomon Islands: PM Sogavare says

Frank Short 15-Jul-2022

China was discovered to have sent two officials to watch the speech, claiming it broke no rules in doing so.

First In-Country Mission for Tina Hydro Financiers After COVID-19

Frank Short 15-Jul-2022

The lenders mission ends this week.

Japan and UNICEF Deliver 14 Speed Boats to Boost Health Services in Solomon Islands

Frank Short 15-Jul-2022

s week, the Government of Japan, in partnership with UNICEF, officially handed over 14-speed boats to the Solomon Islands Ministry of Health and Medic

US must address Pacific Island priorities to get onside – expert

Frank Short 15-Jul-2022

Many Pacific Island governments have explicitly dismissed notions of Chinese expansionism - some ridiculing it.

Chinese Police assist sick children of RSIPF officers

Frank Short 13-Jul-2022

They had a conversation with them and expressed sympathy for their situation.

PM Sogavare Conveys Condolences on the Passing of the Former Japanese Prime Minister

Frank Short 13-Jul-2022

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the late Prime Minister’s family, the government and the people of Japan,” Mr.Sogavare concluded.

US Pledges at the Pacific Islands Forum

Frank Short 13-Jul-2022

She said a request will go to the US Congress for $US600 million.

News relating to the Pacific Forum taking place in Fiji

Frank Short 12-Jul-2022

A final decision on the next host country will be taken by the Forum leaders at the end of the week.

Australia Provides New Vehicle to Solomon Islands Association of Vocational Rural Training Centres

Frank Short 11-Jul-2022

Since its establishment in 2007, APTC has trained more than 2,100 Solomon Islanders with vocational skills and qualifications.

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