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    E.coli mutation in the news  Scottsdale, AZ June 2011    The World Health Organization said this morning that “The E. coli bacteria responsible for a mysterious outbreak in Europe that has left 18 people dead and sickened hundreds is a new strain that has never been seen before.”  The new strain has “various characteristics [...]

Is swine flu a new pandemic? The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta confirms 403 cases in 38 states. Dr. David Butler-Jones, Chief Public Health Officer in Canada announced 13 cases in his country. The World Health Organization reports over 2000 cases worldwide. Some health experts predict that swine flu will decline [...]

It’s that time again! While the long, warm days of summer transition to shorter cooler days of fall and winter, our lives tend to step up a bit, and our immune strength is often put to the test. We all tend to see a little less ‘down’ time come September, as kids return to school [...]

    A friend from Canada sent me this article a few days ago, and while I don’t have any children of my own, this is an issue that is close to my heart each time I talk to a woman about lifestyle change.  No child should be overweight in the year 2008.  We know [...]

A while ago, on the advice of my doctor, I had a Dexa Scan and was disappointed that my results came back “borderline osteopenia.” Those of you who know me well know that I am an avid proponent of “alternative” therapies and nutritional supplements, and take 1500 miligrams of calcium as a part of my daily regimen. Of [...]

By Brenda Williams Research has proven that there is a direct correlation between physical activity and longevity. However, staying young and active has another benefit. It will free you from illness and permit you to live those extras years without serious health problems. Remember how well you live is just as important as how long [...]