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Drug-Resistant Breast Cancer Afflicts Black Women

Recent findings that indicate young black women are more likely than white women to develop an aggressive form of breast cancer that is not responsive to many cancer treatments have … Continue reading

June 25, 2007 · 1 Comment

Handbags for the Eco-minded

Are you fashionably aware and environmentally friendly? Ecoist is a company of people that brand themselves as being living a modern but eco-minded lifestyle. Their handbags, coin purses, placemats and … Continue reading

June 24, 2007 · 3 Comments

Everyday Meditation

Meditation is becoming aware of this vital stillness and hearing within that stillness. It is naturally present before you become attached to thoughts and things; before you identify with thought-feeling-reaction.

June 24, 2007 · 1 Comment

One in Three American Men Have Multiple Sex Partners

Bush’s administration has tried to promote sexual abstinence, outside of marriage as a way to prevent diseases which are spread by intimate contact. However, survey results from U.S. Centers for … Continue reading

June 23, 2007 · 2 Comments

Organic farming in B.C.

My husband and I buy most of our food locally from organic producers. We are delighted to be able to access good food and to support those who produce it … Continue reading

June 23, 2007 · 4 Comments

E-Waste: Hazardous to Health

Our computers contain hazardous waste. In fact, the European Environment Agency has calculated that the volume of e-waste is rising about three times faster than any other form of municipal … Continue reading

June 22, 2007 · 2 Comments

Allergy Protection for Children: The Mediterranean Diet

A “Mediterranean” diet rich in fruits, vegetables and nuts protects against allergic rhinitis and asthma symptoms, suggests research published ahead of print in Thorax. The researchers assessed the dietary habits, … Continue reading

June 22, 2007
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