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February 19, 2008

Deadly e.coli bug spreads into the community

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

February 18, 2008

The Yellow Card

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

February 14, 2008

Seeing the recycling light

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

February 13, 2008

Maximise your ap-peel!

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

February 12, 2008

Safety fears of an anti-smoking “wonder drug”.

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.

February 09, 2008

Wanted – bedridden ME / CFS sufferer.

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

February 06, 2008

Your freedom to choose homeopathy is seriously at risk

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

February 01, 2008

NEW REPORT FROM THE PARLIAMENTARY FOOD AND HEALTH FORUM

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

November 06, 2007

It’s launched at last!

Well, it has been a long time coming, and there is still lots of work for us to do, but it is 1am on Tuesday 6th November and we have finally launched our new web site. Do have a look and let us know what you think of it so far. And why not sign up

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