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Ki Denga Popo!

Chris English Dengue Fever, named after a Spanish version of the Swahili phrase ki denga popo or “sudden possession of a person by a spirit,” was first identified in the 1940s when it became a concern to the armies fighting in the Pacific and Asia; the disease was causing large numbers of non-combat casualties.

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Behaviour Change Workshop on HIV/AIDS for Youth

In December 2007, the National AIDS Secretariat held a two-day workshop targeted at the youth of the Federation. Under the theme “Keep the Promise, Stop HIV/AIDS”. 

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Profile – Dr Miranda Fellows

By Orita Bailey Kittivisian Life is starting the New Year with health and fitness firmly on the agenda. Here we introduce Dr Miranda Fellows a doctor of Chiropractic Medicine who will be helping us to take a holistic look at our health.

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Top 8 Foundation Problems – Solved

“Can I use foundation to cover pimples?” A concealer gives better coverage, but if you prefer foundation, you can use it. Use a clean, flat eye shadow brush, which allows for precise coverage. Dip it into oil-free liquid foundation (it won’t clog your pores), then dab the blemish and blend outwards, so your pimple doesn’t look cakey.

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Tourism, The Environment And Heritage

“Know The Environment, Know Tourism; No Environment, No Tourism” As I pondered the meaning of the above winning slogan for Tourism Month 2007, promoted by the St. Kitts Tourism Authority, I couldn’t help but wonder, having recently celebrated Independence in September, at the curious situation reflected in the first and second runner-up slogans, as well [...]

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