Heart disease concern
Medical experts in Barbados are deeply concerned about the increase in cardiovascular disease among relatively young people. President of the Barbados Association of Medical Practitioners Dr. Lynda Williams tells Starcom Network News the current statistical data show new cases increasing gradually on an annual basis. Dr. Williams again urges Barbadians to undergo regular health checks […]
Alarm over drug use by children
The National Council on Substance Abuse is worried about the increasing use of narcotics by young people. Deputy Manager of the NCSA, Troy Wickham told Starcom Network News children as young as seven years are experimenting with substances including a drug commonly known as mollies. He is urging parents and guardians to show greater responsibility […]
Police fire shot pursuing suspect
A police officer was forced to fire a shot while trying to apprehend a suspect in the area of Suttle Street in Bridgetown this morning. No one was injured contrary to reports making the rounds on social media. A street vendor told Starcom Network News about what he witnessed and shared his concern about the […]