Archives for January, 2011

The Devastating Effect Of Hair Loss-5449

January 31st, 2011
The Devastating Effect Of Hair Loss-5449

Without doubt losing your hair whether you are a man or a woman is traumatic. It’s perhaps even more so when it’s unexpected. It’s also something that tends not to be discussed; it is one of the last remaining taboo subjects. That all changed recently, when a 60 year old woman found a bald spot […]

How Difficult Is It To Win A Malpractice Suit?-7288

January 31st, 2011
How Difficult Is It To Win A Malpractice Suit?-7288

Not as easy as you might think, according to one lawyer, Robert Webb. He recently told reporters: “Most people think of medical malpractice as something a doctor does; negligence in treating a patient. However, medical malpractice may also refer to any health care professional, and that includes dentists, nurses, druggists, technicians, therapists, hospitals and clinics.” […]

‘It’s Time For Us To Flex Our Muscle’ Says Marjorie Dannenfelser-6112

January 31st, 2011
‘It’s Time For Us To Flex Our Muscle’ Says Marjorie Dannenfelser-6112

The anti abortion backlash seems to be gathering pace with many fronts being opened. For example, Marjorie Dannenfelser is president of the Susan B. Anthony List, a United States anti-abortion pressure group. Its purpose isn’t just to oppose abortion but to promote the pro-life cause and force Congress to stop all funding for abortions. In […]

To Fluoride Or Not To Fluoride, That Is The Question-5947

January 31st, 2011
To Fluoride Or Not To Fluoride, That Is The Question-5947

Some may have thought the debate over fluoridation is over, but it seems not. Apparently in Canada the debate has been thrown wide open once more by the new administration of Calgary. Why this dispute is continuing is somewhat of a mystery since fluoridation of water supply has been around for a long time now, […]

Not enough Australians losing weight-4182

January 28th, 2011
Not enough Australians losing weight-4182

A recent survey carried out by the Healthy Weight Week Report in Australia found that most Australians admit to not losing weight. While this in itself is shocking news, the survey also attempted to determine why. It seems it is bad advice, particularly from diet books. Speaking to reporters from the Courier Mail, one of […]

Celebrity refuses to have cosmetic surgery-8366

January 28th, 2011
Celebrity refuses to have cosmetic surgery-8366

In a recent interview, actress and celebrity Helena Bonham- Carter told reports she has no intention of having cosmetic surgery. She said: “I can still move all my face muscles. Look! There aren’t many who can still do that. “Age is underrated; I think what’s happening is that directors and the studios want actresses who […]

Is this a modern miracle?-6878

January 28th, 2011
Is this a modern miracle?-6878

It seems a Muslim woman in the Russian Republic of Bashkiria is said to have given birth to a baby after 14 years of fertility treatment. Nothing particularly strange about that, but it seems she became pregnant after saying a prayer in an Orthodox Christian church dedicated to St. Nicholas. Speaking with the Russian newspaper, […]

Texas Governor Pushing For A Change in Abortion Law-3101

January 27th, 2011
Texas Governor Pushing For A Change in Abortion Law-3101

Governor Perry of Texas wants all women seeking an abortion to be forced to have a sonogram prior to any treatment being carried out. Backed by the Lt. Governor David Dewhurst and Houston Senator Dan Patrick, the bill has been granted emergency status. He told a rally of anti abortionists, marking a 38 year anniversary […]

Alopecia Returns For TV Celebrity-5676

January 27th, 2011
Alopecia Returns For TV Celebrity-5676

Well known TV personality Gail Porter is reported to have shaved her head again after the debilitating hair loss condition – Alopecia – returned. A previous bout of Alopecia forced the Scottish celebrity to shave her head, which remained bald for five years before her hair began to grow back. While putting on a brave […]

Good News For NHS Dental Patients In Lancashire-8872

January 27th, 2011
Good News For NHS Dental Patients In Lancashire-8872

A new dental practice is opening in Accrington, Lancashire very shortly. The great news is the practice is offering 5000 NHS places. NHS dentistry has suffered a lot in recent years with many practitioners leaving only to continue offering private treatment. This new practice appears to be breaking the trend, which can only be good […]

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