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RE-OPEN SASKATCHEWAN TRAINING SUBSIDY EXTENDED
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Today, the Government of Saskatchewan announced an extension of the application deadline for the Re-Open Saskatchewan Training Subsidy (RSTS) from December 31, 2020 to March 31, 2021. continue reading
City of Winnipeg Economic Support Grant Program: $1500
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
The City of Winnipeg has launched a grant program to support small businesses and not-for-profit organizations that have been forced to prohibit access to their premises due to the COVID-19 public health restrictions. continue reading
Op-Ed: Don’t Let COVID-19 Patients Die With Vitamin D Deficiency
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
et we still have to confront the grim prediction that our national death toll will exceed 500,000 Americans before widespread vaccinations can dig us out of this crisis. The response to the pandemic, therefore, should include an effort to aggressively eliminate what is becoming apparent as a morbidity and mortality risk factor in COVID-19 -- vitamin D deficiency. continue reading
Sunlight Institute Responses to Sun Articles 208
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Sunlight Institute Responses to Sun Articles 208
https://www.livestrong.com/article/13728449-effects-skipping-sunscreen-never-burn/
Please do not promote sunscreen use. Seek shade or cover up otherwise when you have had enough sun exposure. We need regular, non-burning sun exposure now more than ever. In addition, there are many other good reasons not to use sunscreens: Two major studies showed that sunscreens might be worthless or even harmful.… continue reading
Nutrient Reference Range vs Optimal Range
Thursday, December 31, 2020
As can be seen on this chart, the level of vitamin D at which 99% of rickets can be prevented is around 20 ng/ml (50 nmol/L). However, the risk of several other diseases, including multiple sclerosis, diabetes, and several types of cancer, are decreased when vitamin D levels are within the 40-60 ng/ml range. In fact, an even bigger benefit can be seen for cancer risk reduction at levels of at least 60 ng/ml. continue reading
