Leishmaniasis in Europe

A disfiguring and potentially fatal parasitic disease present in southern Europe sounds like something from a B grade horror movie but unfortunately that is not the case and the risk is increasing. The insect vector is only 1/3 the size of a mosquito and yet contact with its bite can have devastating consequences for those…

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ALTITUDE COMEDY FESTIVAL DEALS FROM DUBLIN

Altitude is the world’s no.1 alpine comedy festival set in the glorious Austrian Alps. The festival will take place in Mayrhofen from April 3rd – 7th 2023. This event, created by comedians Marcus Brigstocke and Irelands own Andrew Maxwell, offers the opportunity to mix the adrenaline rush of a ski holiday with the thrills of…

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Barbados Honours the Superwomen of the Tourism Industry.

Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. is shining a light on the women who have contributed to the growth of the tourism industry with the launch of their #EmbracingEquality campaign. As Barbados continues to experience growth in tourism, the industry recognizes the instrumental roles that women have played in its development. The campaign invites the public to…

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Avian Flu: An Overview

Prior to the COVID19 pandemic many world experts were discussing the possibility that the Avian Influenza (‘Bird Flu’) virus would mutate and jump across the species bridge and change from being an animal-to-animal disease to one which could be easily passed from human-to-human with devastating consequences. The morbidity / mortality of Avian Flu is significantly…

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The Top 5 Perils of Travel

Travelling is always an exciting prospect. The idea of exploring a brand-new place many miles away is something that all of us enjoy and look forward to. However, travel abroad should always be treated with an appropriate degree of caution and preparation as there are many risks associated with travelling. Keep reading to learn about…

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Sailors Flock to Barbados for Top Sailing Week

By: Rhe-Ann Prescod With seven exhilarating days on the high seas, Barbados Sailing week officially kicked off the Caribbean racing season. Held in January, the week attracted crews and spectators from the USA, the UK, Italy, Australia and even Poland. The sailing week was organized by the Barbados Cruising Club and the Barbados Yacht Club…

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