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CBC News Blacks urged to donate blood, stem cells Today at 05:21:31 - An urgent shortage of blood and stem cells in the black community is costing lives, Canada's blood agency warns. Tanning bed ban urged for under-18s 03/02/2012 at 12:18:17 - Children and teens under the age of 18 should be banned from using commercial indoor tanning beds, the Canadian Paediatric Society says. Benefit of red wine chemical gets 2nd look 03/02/2012 at 04:17:52 - Resveratrol, a chemical found in red wine and dark chocolate, may work differently in the body than first thought, a new study suggests. Tainted ecstasy pills no surprise, experts say 02/02/2012 at 13:16:29 - A former lead drug investigator with the Calgary police says ecstasy has always been a dangerous drug and he's not surprised it has become even less safe. Tax 'toxic' sugar, doctors urge 02/02/2012 at 13:16:29 - Sugar is so toxic that it should be taxed and slapped with regulations like alcohol, some U.S. researchers argue. Mom's love helps kids brain grow 01/02/2012 at 08:35:11 - A mother's nurturing love for her preschooler fosters the growth of a region in the child's brain that is key to learning, U.S. researchers find.	News Canada Daylight Savings Time means more daylight hours, but not necessarily e... Today at 05:21:31 - (NC)—When we move to Daylight Savings Time many of us are happy to turn the clocks forward an hour to enjoy a little extra daylight. But while the days are longer, it doesn't always mean we're expose ... 3 top tips for healthier choices 03/02/2012 at 21:39:20 - (NC)—Nature is renewed after its winter slumber and many of us feel that spring is the perfect time to take inventory of our health and well-being. Natural health care is in the international spotlight 03/02/2012 at 16:58:58 - (NC)—In March, let's stop for a moment to celebrate women. Every year at this time is International Women's Day with a focus around the globe on their economic, political, and social achievements. Don't let spring-cleaning be a pain in the back 03/02/2012 at 10:58:32 - (NC)—Are the cobwebs calling? Have you had just about enough of that closet clutter? Just thinking about all these spring chores can make even the keenest cleaner's back ache. Don't let a fall ruin the joy in life 03/02/2012 at 10:58:32 - (NC)—With the arrival of spring, take a look at these ways to prevent slipping and tripping around your home:	Reuters Many kids still exposed to secondhand smoke in cars Today at 04:57:06 - NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A new government study reports that while fewer kids and teens are getting exposed to secondhand smoke while riding in the car, rates of exposure are still high enough to w ... Child abuse experts calls for U.S. campaign Today at 04:57:06 - NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Nearly 4,600 U.S. children were hospitalized with broken bones, traumatic brain injury and other serious damage caused by physical abuse in 2006, according to a new report. ... Carnival cruise ship passengers struck with virus Today at 00:38:17 - (Reuters) - More than 100 people on board a cruise ship operated by a unit of Carnival Corp have fallen ill with a stomach virus, the latest setback facing the world's biggest cruise company, which ca ... Green tea drinkers show less disability with age: study 05/02/2012 at 22:17:14 - (Reuters) - Elderly adults who regularly drink green tea may stay more agile and independent than their peers over time, according to a Japanese study that covered thousands of people. Parents urge more tests as twitches spread at New York school 04/02/2012 at 23:10:48 - LE ROY, New York (Reuters) - State health officials have added three more names to a growing list of students in this working-class town who are experiencing mysterious tics and twitching, while autho ...
Canda Television Stomach virus sickens passengers on 3 U.S. cruise ships 05/02/2012 at 22:00:31 - A stomach virus outbreak delayed the departure of the cruise ship 'Voyager of the Seas' from New Orleans in one of three outbreaks of illness aboard U.S.-based cruise ships reported over the weekend. CFIA: Smoked Trout Fillet recalled over Listeria fears 05/02/2012 at 13:19:20 - Milford Bay Trout Farm Inc. is recalling its Smoked Trout Fillet because the product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. More than 100 cruise ship passengers stricken by virus 05/02/2012 at 13:19:20 - A stomach virus has stricken more than 100 people on a Princess Cruise Lines ship sailing from South Florida. Do people with HIV have to tell their sex partners? 05/02/2012 at 08:18:18 - Canada's highest court is set to hear arguments over whether it's a crime for people with HIV to keep their condition from their sexual partners if the risk of transmission is low. Modern men fighting back with facial hair 05/02/2012 at 08:18:18 - After 60 years of rules against full facial hair, Disney recently decided to allow its male front line employees to greet vacationers at its theme parks with neatly-groomed beards. Josh Visser explore ...	The Globe and Mail How one mom is getting healthy for her son 05/02/2012 at 16:19:07 - Keeping up with her energetic son got Krystal Beel moving The brains the boss when it comes to oxygen uptake 05/02/2012 at 16:19:07 - A controversial new study from researchers on three continents suggests that the famous "VO2max" - the maximum amount of oxygen that youre able to deliver to your muscles during hard exe ... Less shoe for the money, more bang for your buck? 05/02/2012 at 16:19:07 - Makers of the popular minimalist footwear are now targeting the gym - but not everyone agrees on the benefits of less support in athletic shoes Work out like a UFC fighter 05/02/2012 at 16:19:07 - Classes such as Cage Fitness give you a workout worthy of a mixed martial artist - and its not just for guys How do I minimize pronation when I run? 05/02/2012 at 16:19:07 - Trainer Kathleen Trotter offers exercises to correct foot alignment The risks of prescribing antipsychotics to kids 05/02/2012 at 16:19:07 - The use of drugs meant to treat schizophrenia for children and teens with behavioural issues is linked to excessive weight gain and other health problems	Business Wire Gilead Sciences annonce ses résultats financiers pour le quatrième tri... 05/02/2012 at 12:37:10 - FOSTER CITY, Californie--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Gilead Sciences, Inc. (Nasdaq : GILD) a annoncé aujourd’hui ses résultats d’exploitation pour le quatrième trimestre et l’exercice 2011. Le chiffre d’affaires ... Research and Markets: Hospital Information Systems (HIS) - Global Stra... 04/02/2012 at 08:08:37 - DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/4d9ae1/hospital_informati) has announced the addition of the "Hospital Information Systems (HIS) - Global Stra ... PerkinElmer Highlights New Drug Discovery Research Solutions at the So... 04/02/2012 at 08:08:37 - SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PerkinElmer will be showcasing several new drug discovery technologies and applications – ALPHA technology and LANCE® Ultra technologies for epigenetics research SurModics Announces Rescheduled Webcast for First Quarter 2012 Earning... 03/02/2012 at 20:13:59 - EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SurModics, Inc. (Nasdaq: SRDX), a leading provider of surface modification technologies to the healthcare industry, announced today that it will be hosting a live ... Town Sports International Holdings, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and ... 03/02/2012 at 20:13:59 - NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Town Sports International Holdings, Inc. (TSI) (NASDAQ: CLUB), a leading owner and operator of health clubs, will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss fourth quarte ...
Sky News (Australia) Young women ditch the pounds 05/02/2012 at 06:23:32 - A diet high in protein along with regular dietitian sessions is more effective at helping women lose weight. PIP breast implant boss arrested, France 05/02/2012 at 06:23:32 - French police have arrested the head of the breast implant maker PIP at the centre of a global health scare. More than 170,000 take Friday 'sickie' 05/02/2012 at 06:23:32 - More than 170, 000 Australians were expected to stay home today for an unofficial long weekend. Gates injects $US750m to fight disease 05/02/2012 at 06:23:32 - Microsoft founder Bill Gates has pledged $750m to a fund which fights three of the world's killer diseases. Govt to help Ethiopia on child health 05/02/2012 at 06:23:32 - Deaths during childbirth in Ethiopia are expected to halve thanks to a $43m investment from the Aust govt. Cancer patients find specialists online 03/02/2012 at 03:23:39 - NSW cancer patients and GPs can now use a website to search for healthcare specialists. Some brains wired for addiction - study 03/02/2012 at 03:23:39 - A new study suggests abnormalities in the brain may make some people more susceptible to drug addiction.	US News Obesity Cure: Taxing Sugary Sodas 05/02/2012 at 03:30:30 - Katherine Hobson, Senior Editor, Health, U.S.News & World Report, and author of the On Fitness blog. Enjoy That Cup Of Coffee 05/02/2012 at 03:30:30 - January Payne, an associate editor at U.S.News & World Report, speaks with WTOP. 10 Things to Know About Alzheimer's 05/02/2012 at 03:30:30 - Sarah Balduf, U.S. News & World Report Stay Healthy When Eating Out 05/02/2012 at 03:30:30 - Sarah Balduf, U.S. News & World Report Electronic Medical Records 05/02/2012 at 03:30:30 - Nancy Shute, U.S News and World Report. Seasonal Allergies 05/02/2012 at 03:30:30 - January Payne, an associate editor at U.S.News & World Report, speaks with WTOP. Things About Daylight Saving Time 05/02/2012 at 03:30:30 - Ben Harder, deputy editor at U.S.News & World Report and author of the Thinking Harder blog. Fish Oil Supplements, EPA, DHA, and ALA 05/02/2012 at 03:30:30 - Sarah Balduf, U.S. News & World Report	Canoe More Canadians being screened for colon cancer: Poll 04/02/2012 at 13:59:37 - Canadians received good news on Saturday, World Cancer Day. Silver helps slay cancer cells: Scientists 04/02/2012 at 13:59:37 - Scientists in England claim they&apos;ve made an important discovery in the search for non-toxic cancer treatments. Low sunlight may put kids at risk of allergies, eczema: Study 03/02/2012 at 19:58:56 - Children living in sunshine-lacking areas have a greater risk of developing food allergies and eczema than kids in sunnier regions, a new study suggests. STIs rising in people 50-plus: Medical journal 02/02/2012 at 23:16:49 - Drugs that make men last longer in the bedroom may also be responsible for a rise in sexually transmitted infections in adults over 50 in the U.K., U.S. and Canada, according to the Student British Me ... Older parents more likely to have an autistic child: study 02/02/2012 at 20:56:30 - Children born to a parent over age 35 are at greater risk for developing an autism spectrum disorder -- but the risk is the same whether just one or both parents are older, according to a new study of ...
National Post Pass the spinach? Hardly, if it's lean muscle you're after 04/02/2012 at 13:59:37 - If you're over 50, do you need more protein in your diet? According to the Canadian Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs), older adults have the same protein needs as younger ones. Wellbeing: Indulge the urge to purge 04/02/2012 at 13:00:00 - Hellen Buttigieg, certified professional organizer, life coach and host of HGTV's Neat TV, has declared this coming weekend Break Up With Your Stuff Weekend Little evidence dietary, lifestyle changes linked to Alzheimer's risk:... 04/02/2012 at 13:00:00 - There is no strong evidence that any dietary or lifestyle changes can reduce a person's risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, a U.S. government panel said on Monday. Controversial organs help boost transplant total 04/02/2012 at 13:00:00 - Blackwell on Health: A few years ago, some Canadian hospitals began harvesting organs from people whose hearts had stopped for a period of at least five minutes but were not yet brain dead, hoping to ... Hot flashes can last up to 10 years, new study claims 04/02/2012 at 13:00:00 - Hot flashes that are common during and after menopause may last an average of more than 10 years, suggests a new study.	Canada.com Think you can't get pregnant? Try again, study says 04/02/2012 at 08:19:36 - Almost half of women who said they'd been struggling to get pregnant for at least a year ended up having a baby despite not getting fertility treatment, in a new study from Australia. Breastfeeding tied to stronger lungs, less asthma 03/02/2012 at 13:58:48 - Kids who were breastfed as babies may have better lung function, and a lower risk of asthma, than those who were formula-fed, two new reports suggest. Eating together may put diners' bites in sync, a study finds 03/02/2012 at 13:58:48 - The next time you're sitting across from someone, eating with them, take note: Are you both taking bites at the same time? 10 ways to evade Alzheimer's 02/02/2012 at 23:16:49 - A growing body of research indicates that our lifestyles -- particularly what we eat and whether we're obese -- play a greater role than our genes in determining our brain health as we age. How to make your winter adventures safe 02/02/2012 at 23:16:49 - For many, winter conjures up images of play, exercise and adventure. For others, it reminds them of a tragedy where either they or someone they knew suffered a near-death or worse experience. This muc ...	Yahoo US Childhood Obesity May Cause Future Heart Disease Epidemic (Contri... 03/02/2012 at 12:34:26 - ContributorNetwork - "A coming epidemic" is how pediatric cardiologists are describing the impending problems from high rates of juvenile obesity, reports The Missourian. Here are details for parents ... Study Finds Link Between Exposure to Anesthesia and ADHD in Children ... 03/02/2012 at 12:34:26 - ContributorNetwork - A new study released on Thursday by the Mayo Clinic has drawn a connection between the use of anesthesia in children under the age of three and an increased risk of developing ADH ... Booze and Family History of Colon Cancer a Bad Mix: Study (Health... 03/02/2012 at 12:34:26 - HealthDay - FRIDAY, Feb. 3 (HealthDay News) -- People who consume a few alcoholic drinks a day and have a family history of colorectal cancer are at increased risk for developing colon cancer, new r ... Many Stroke Victims Still Don't Get Treated Fast Enough: Study (... 03/02/2012 at 12:34:26 - HealthDay - FRIDAY, Feb. 3 (HealthDay News) -- While a clot-busting medication can often help stop a stroke in its tracks if it's given promptly, a new study finds that a high number of stroke victi ... Questionnaire Could Help Predict Alzheimer's: Study (HealthDay) 03/02/2012 at 12:34:26 - HealthDay - FRIDAY, Feb. 3 (HealthDay News) -- A series of specific "yes" or "no" questions could help doctors distinguish between people who have normal memory loss that comes with age and those wi ...
Health Canada Foreign Product Alerts 03/02/2012 at 11:58:18 - 17 weight loss products; Uprizing 2.0; Get Stiff, Maxi Mize; Ying Da Wang tablets; Slimina weightloss capsules, S-shape slim capsules; Athri-Eze, Sear Heang Tienchi Tu Chung Wan, Wiku Jahe Kencur (Aku ... Government of Canada supports the development of a home care planning ... 03/02/2012 at 11:58:18 - Ms. Eve Adams, Member of Parliament for Mississauga-Brampton South, on behalf of the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Federal Minister of Health, today announced support to the Canadian Home Care Associatio ... UPDATE: Unauthorized Products Removed from Sale at Additional Stores i... 03/02/2012 at 11:58:18 - Further to previous communications, Health Canada is advising Canadians that we have identified two additional Male and Female Harmony retail stores that were selling unauthorized health products. Statement by the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health, on enf... 02/02/2012 at 08:34:58 - Yesterday, Health Canada’s tobacco inspectors conducted simultaneous seizures of little cigars at three Quebec-based importers. / Hier, des inspecteurs du tabac de Santé Canada ont procédé à des saisi ... The Harper Government and Saskatchewan Partner to Bring More Doctors a... 01/02/2012 at 02:15:02 - The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Federal Minister of Health, and the Honourable Don McMorris, Saskatchewan Health Minister, today announced funding to help attract, train and retain internationally educ ...	News.com.au Fashion for mums can't be a stretch 03/02/2012 at 08:23:34 - NEW York Fashion Week is set to unveil a catwalk collection featuring clothes specificall designed for the 'busy mum'. Did I really promise you that? 02/02/2012 at 09:44:19 - GROUP of politicians score worse in an online memory test than general public and confirm what many have long suspected. Asthma drug can fight fat 02/02/2012 at 09:44:19 - A COMMON asthma drug may hold the key to addressing the nation's obesity epidemic. Menstruation lifts injury risk, pill protects 02/02/2012 at 09:44:19 - RESEARCHERS have found a woman's risk of injuring her knees, feet and ankles is significantly heightened at the beginning and middle of her period, but there is better news for women on the pill. Cannabis triggers earlier mental illness 02/02/2012 at 09:44:19 - THE latest research shows cannabis can hasten the onset of schizophrenia by several years. 'Hyper-scheduled' kids at risk of stress 02/02/2012 at 09:44:19 - HYPER-SCHEDULING by parents is running children ragged and can seriously harm their development, says the NSW minister for family and community services.	Canada Newswire Gift From the Heart — Dental hygienists offer one day of free se... 02/02/2012 at 15:36:47 - TORONTO, Feb. 2, 2012 /CNW/ - To honour the spirit of Valentine's Day, on February 11 registered dental hygienists across the province will provide oral care services to the public at no cost. Siemens announces agreement to acquire Canadian network supplier Rugge... 02/02/2012 at 09:55:37 - BURLINGTON, ON, Jan. 30, 2012 /CNW/ - Siemens has entered into an agreement with RuggedCom Inc. (TSX: RCM) to acquire all of the issued and outstanding common shares of RuggedCom by Daffodil Daily Lottery to award three winners every day in April 02/02/2012 at 09:55:37 - Canadian Cancer Society announces its biggest daily lottery ever Media Advisory - Ontario Nurses' Association President to Speak at Ham... 01/02/2012 at 11:15:10 - HAMILTON, ON, Jan. 31, 2012 /CNW/ - Ontario Nurses' Association (ONA) President Linda Haslam-Stroud, RN will make a presentation tomorrow in Hamilton to the Commission on Quality Public Services an ... Media Advisory: Injury hampering your resolution to get fit? 01/02/2012 at 11:15:10 - OTTAWA, Feb. 1, 2012 /CNW/ - The end of January marks the end of countless resolutions to get fit. Too many Canadians jump into new physical activities with enthusiasm, only to be felled by injurie ...
IPS News GERMANY: While Some Waste, Others Feast 02/02/2012 at 00:57:37 - Shortly before midnight last Saturday, Alexander, a 24-year-old law student, stepped out of his small apartment in Hamburg and set off for a jaunt around the local supermarkets to pilfer their g ... JAPAN: Tsunami Brings Sea Change to Tohoku 02/02/2012 at 00:57:37 - Yumi Goto, 60, lives with her husband in a temporary shelter on a windy hill that overlooks vast stretches of tsunami-devastated seacoast where her home was once located. INDIA: Advancing Economy Reveals a Hungry Underbelly 02/02/2012 at 00:57:37 - Even a year after Rani, a three-year-old tribal girl in the backward Wayanad district of southern Kerala state, was treated in a government hospital for gastroenteritis she remains grossly under ... SOUTH SUDAN: Still Counting the Dead in Inter-Ethnic Conflict 02/02/2012 at 00:57:37 - In the ward of a partially destroyed clinic, Mangiro (who did not give his last name) sat on a bed next to his wounded nine-year-old daughter, Ngathin. The little girl is fortunate, she survived ... CZECH REPUBLIC: Castration for Sex Offenders Triumphs 02/02/2012 at 00:57:37 - The Czech government has defied calls from international human rights groups to stop the "degrading" practice of surgically castrating sex offenders.