Small science - big questions! -nanotechnology toxins

The Royal Society of London has stated that nanotechnology chemicals should be defined as new chemicals, because they cannot be compared with the chemicals they are derived from. Nanotechnology toxins are abundant in Personal Care products, which is largely an unregulated...

Infection possible cause of sudden infant death syndrome

New research in the UK points to disease as a possible cause of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS):"The Archives of Disease in Childhood study found samples from babies who had died for no apparent reason often...

Deadly mushrooms kill 61-year-old

Mushrooms prove to be unsuspecting and as deadly as ever. Be wary of what you eat, even if it is pretty. "Westchester County's health department says Zoila Tapia found the pure-white mushrooms July 6, in a wooded...

MLA wants labels on potentially toxic food

This seems so commonsensical that I can't believe it isn't the case already.  "Vancouver-Fairview MLA Gregor Robertson plans to introduce a private member's bill in the legislature today making it mandatory to...

Stop Exporting Asbestos! A Plea to Canadians

While the Canadian Government takes great care to ensure its own safety against the dangers of asbestos, you’ll probably never hear them make too big a fuss about it — what with Canada being a leading...

Experts Unfazed by Drugs in Ontario Water

You know all those painkillers, prescription drugs and antibiotics we all take throughout the year? Turns out we're getting some of it back in the same water we're drinking. So far no one seems very concerned, nor are there any plans to deal with the drugs as they are...

Smoking screws up anti-aging gene: study

It's not a surprise that smoking makes people look older, but it's good to know why that is. It probably still won't get people to quit though.I've always thought the best way to stop people from smoking is to put...

There's more poison in your body than you think

This is becoming a huge health issue..."When Gregor Robertson signed up his family for a test on toxic substances last year, he was expecting good news. But the New Democrat MLA from Vancouver was startled by the...

Man and Toad Arrested in Drug Bust

Well at least they arrested the toad too. There is no discrimination in...

Apple Creates Sex Related Controversy

As in the days of Adam & Eve, an apple is responsible for a modern day sex related controversy.  Greenpeace is claiming that Apple's I-Phone contains toxins that could interfere with the development of a...

The Toxic Chemistry of Everyday Products

"Why companies that manufacture hazard-free products for the European Union often produce toxin-filled versions of the same items for America and developing countries. ...American industry would have you believe that...

Tom Cruise holds fundraiser for 9/11 detox project

"The program has treated 785 workers since its inception, said director Jim Woodworth. Each worker is given vitamins and nutritional counseling and participates in daily exercise and sauna sessions. The program takes about 30 days to complete, he said. "We wouldn't be here if...

Tom Cruise holds fundraiser for 9/11 detox project

"The program has treated 785 workers since its inception, said director Jim Woodworth. Each worker is given vitamins and nutritional counseling and participates in daily exercise and sauna sessions. The program takes about 30 days to complete, he said. "We wouldn't be here if...

Easy-to-Make Nanosensors For Cancer & Other Bioterror Attacks

"One of the most compelling promises of nanotechnology are tiny detectors that could instantly screen for hundreds of toxins or pathogens. Bundled into small handheld devices, these sensors could provide fast alerts of bioterror attacks. They could also be used to quickly and...

The truth about detoxing

If you have managed to escape from being told about the importance of detoxing then you must have been one of those lucky people who has escaped the horrible weather and swanned off somewhere nice. There are entire ranges – often very expensive – dedicated to the art of...

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