“RUN!” “HOME!” “OUT!” across the Caribbean, these were the sounds of childhood, calls that sent us sprinting across fields, dodging outs, and racing for safety. …
Healthy Caribbean Youth
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The Caribbean, known for its beaches and climate, now faces serious health challenges. Over half of adults and a third of children are overweight or …
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Over the past 30 years, childhood obesity in the Caribbean has more than doubled, making it the hardest-hit region in the Americas. In 2022, 8.6% …
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As a seasoned educator, I have realized that a healthy diet boosts performance in the classroom and in other areas of educational development. In other …
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OP-ED: Big Tobacco Calls It Harm Reduction, Caribbean Youth Calls It Profiting From Addiction
by HCCWhy is the Caribbean suddenly the focus of lobbying by groups like the World Vapers’ Alliance, Smoke Free Sweden and We Are Innovation? The answer …
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“Prove you care about the youth: regulate unhealthy food environments, whether in or out of schools.” Across the Caribbean, the voices of young people are …
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March 4 is recognised as World Obesity Day, with the theme “Changing Systems: Healthier Lives.” This theme is a significant call to action for governments, …
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In the latter half of 2024, youth advocates across the Caribbean participated in Hope for the Future – a collective call by youth for improved …
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Dear Students of 2030, 2030 isn’t just a milestone—it’s a turning point for global development; it marks our global check-in on the 2030 Sustainable Development …
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On August 14th, the Healthy Caribbean Coalition (HCC) and Healthy Caribbean Youth (HCY) hosted an engaging Instagram Live discussion titled When the School Bell Rings …