In the News
Tanning bed rules needed on P.E.I.: cancer society
Friday, January 14, 2011
A ban on youths using tanning beds in Victoria has health advocates on Prince Edward Island wondering why the P.E.I. government isn’t doing the same.
… continue readingWhy living abroad could be good for you – UK
Friday, January 14, 2011
People who have made the leap to live in warmer climes can take heart from a belated acknowledgment by part of the British medical establishment that the sun is good for you, after all.
New findings show vitamin D accelerates recovery from TB
Monday, January 10, 2011
UK researchers have found that vitamin D can speed up the antibiotic treatment of tuberculosis (TB).
… continue readingBreaking News: Popular Cancer Drug Declared More Harmful Than Helpful
Monday, January 10, 2011
The FDA has said that the controversial drug Avastin should be phased out as a treatment for metastatic breast cancer. Recent studies show that its benefits are outweighed by dangerous side effects.… continue reading
Vitamin D debate in Calgary
Monday, January 10, 2011
Called the sunshine vitamin some people are taking large doses in these dark days of winter. A lack of the vitamin has been linked to everything from child obesity to lung disease, diabetes to cancer to depression. Recent scientific opinion seems to favour supplements, but there is debate over how much to take.
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