In the News
Cancer charity’s budget priorities questioned
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Medical researchers are raising concerns about the Canadian Cancer Society’s spending priorities, saying the charitable organization has dropped some of its emphasis on research in recent years, while spending more money on fundraising and administrative costs.
… continue readingThe power of D
Thursday, July 7, 2011
A nutritional supplement that is free of charge, offers a wide range of health benefits and poses little risk sounds like fodder for a late-night TV commercial. But proponents of vitamin D are increasingly convinced that the sunshine vitamin delivers the goods, no strings attached.
… continue readingRegion urged to call for tanning regulations
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Niagara’s regional government should call on the province to develop a comprehensive regulatory framework for the safe use of indoor tanning operations, says an association representing Ontario tanning operations.
… continue readingCancer Society spends more on fundraising than research
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
An Ontario cancer researcher is concerned that the Canadian Cancer Society has proportionally shifted funding away from research and is spending more of its dollars on fundraising and administration costs.… continue reading
LET THE SUNSHINE IN FOR A SUMMER BOOST
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Many of us are lacking a nutrient that could be vital to protect the body against a range of illnesses. Could you be at risk too?
FOR YEARS we’ve been told to cover up, stay out of the sun and slap on factor 50 to protect ourselves against skin cancer but now some experts are admitting that overdoing the “safe-sun” message could contribute to a new health epidemic – vitamin D deficiency.
