In the News
Vitamin D confusion for pregnant women as new study suggests daily dose IS best after all
Monday, July 5, 2010
Pregnant women were left in confusion today after doctors issued conflicting advice on vitamin pills.
A team of experts at the University College London Institute of Child Health said expectant mothers should routinely take vitamin D supplements to protect babies from life-threatening conditions.Oliver Gillie: Time to abandon this outdated view on staying out of the sun
Monday, July 5, 2010
Sunscreen has its SPF limits
Monday, July 5, 2010
In the sunscreen aisle, shelves that used to be stocked with bottles claiming an SPF, or a sun protection factor, of 30 now trumpet SPFs of 55, 70, even “110+.” This not-so-subtle escalation often comes with pricing. Higher SPFs cost more, but are they worth it?
Vitamin D Deficiency Identified as Serious Global Health Problem
Monday, July 5, 2010
Lack of vitamin D has been classified with malaria and neonatal diseases as a major cause of infant mortality, according to the Center for Global Child Health at Children’s Hospital Medical Center Cincinnati. The Center for Global Child Health is to improve the health of children by the results of research dedicated to training and clinical applications.… continue reading
Airport body scanners ‘could give you cancer’, warns expert
Friday, July 2, 2010
Full body scanners at airports could increase your risk of skin cancer, experts warn.
The X-ray machines have been brought in at Manchester, Gatwick and Heathrow.
But scientists say radiation from the scanners has been underestimated and could be particularly risky for children.… continue reading
