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‘In Need Appeal’ Most of us are aware of the wonderful work undertaken at Fair Havens. Sadly, this hospice is dangerously short of funds and vital nursing services are in danger of closure. They urgently need to raise £250,000 by 31st March. Our article Fair Havens Hospice explains more, or visit www.fairhavens.org.uk. You can also make payments
Its Fairtrade fortnight soon. Time for us all to give fairtrade a bit more thought. Leigh-on-Sea is actually trying to become a Fairtrade Town. If you live or work in Leigh have a look at http://www.fairtradeleigh.org and perhaps get involved. Maybe you would like your town to become a Fair Trade Town too. Do look at http://www.fairtrade.org.uk/get_involved_fairtrade_towns.htm and
Infections caused by antibiotic-resistant E. coli bacteria are becoming an increasing threat as they spread beyond hospitals into the community, warn researchers. A study in The Lancet said that this common bacteria, found in the human gut and normally harmless, is producing strains that are potentially more dangerous, virulent and resistant to anti-biotics. Doctors need to consider
There currently seem to be relentless attacks against complementary and alternative therapies and yet problems with pharmaceutical drugs, both prescribed and over-the-counter,  are often covered up or not reported. The MHRA are now stepping up their ‘Yellow Card’ system. If you or anyone you know has had adverse effects from any medication please use this system via
Here’s what to do when your low energy light bulbs finally lose their spark and go dark. Southend-on-Sea Borough Council currently offers residents the chance to recycle unbroken low energy light bulbs and fluorescent tubes. Both types of unbroken light bulbs can be taken to either the Stock Road or Leigh Marshes Household Waste Recycling
Time to turn over an old leaf and become a home composter! This is an excellent opportunity to benefit the environment and breathe new life into your garden – helped by faded flowers and retired potato peelings. Bargain compost bins are now available at a heavily subsidised cost until 1st April. They come in two
Nearly a quarter of a million Britons take the anti-smoking drug Champix. Should they continue when the FDA has now announced that it looks ‘increasingly likely’ that there is a connection between this drug and serious psychiatric problems? It emerged in December that seven deaths in Britain were thought to be linked to the pill.
Have you suffered ME / CFS for years. Are you bedridden? Do you despair of ever improving? Peter Smith of Talking Cures Pain Relief believes he can offer you the opportunity to lead a normal life again. He is looking for patients willing to participate in a research protocol of a therapy. Please note: this
Homeopathy is recognised as a safe, inexpensive and effective form of treatment against illness, and it is used by literally millions of people worldwide. Yet in the UK, steps are being taken to reduce your access to this therapeutic tool. A handful of people are waging a fierce campaign against the profession – and it
At last, the full implication of poor nutrition is finally being acknowledged at government level. Do read the following: Poor nutrition is a significant contributor to the increasing rate of crime, aggression, depression and poor school performance. This is the conclusion of an inquiry by the Associate Parliamentary Food and Health Forum. Their report urges