International Health News

Framing of science may affect attitudes

Wed, 24/04/2013 - 06:20
A new study from the University of Wisconsin-Madison suggests the way science information is framed affects a person’s attitude toward it and willingness to seek out more information.

Trader Joe’s Accused Of Covering Up Sugar Content

Wed, 24/04/2013 - 03:49
(Before It's News) Trader Joe’s has become the latest firm to be hit with a class action lawsuit alleging it “conceals” added sugar by listing it on pack as “evaporated cane juice”.

Celebrity chefs 'exacerbate Britain's obesity crisis by encouraging people to eat dishes packed with fat'

Wed, 24/04/2013 - 03:41
Study found 87% of recipes fell short of eating reco

Lead In Rice Study Retracted; Truth About Heavy Metals In Rice Revealed

Wed, 24/04/2013 - 03:01
World Expert on Clean Rice Sourcing, David Janow, Sets Record Straight

New GMO Wheat May 'Silence' Vital Human Genes

Tue, 23/04/2013 - 15:40
For related articles and more information, please visit OCA's Genetic Engineering page and our Millions Against Monsanto page. Australia's Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO) has developed a type of genetically modified (GM) wheat that may silence human genes, leadi

Earth Balance Betrays Consumers With False Non-GMO and Organic Claims

Tue, 23/04/2013 - 15:40
For related articles and more information, please visit OCA's Myth Of Natural page. Earth Balance is a company that claims to "take the health of our planet just as seriously as we take the wellness of our customers.

Nestle CEO: Water Is Not A Human Right, Should Be Privatized

Tue, 23/04/2013 - 08:24
(Before It's News) Anthony Gucciardi Natural Society Is water a free and basic human right, or should all the water on the planet belong to major corporations and be treated as a product? Should the poor who cannot afford to pay these said corporations suffer from starvation due to their lack of f

Poland Becomes The 8th EU Nation To Ban Monsanto Maize

Tue, 23/04/2013 - 00:00
(Before It's News) Poland has become the eighth EU member state to ban the cultivation of genetically modified (GM) crops. Seven other EU member states have already imposed bans on the cultivation of GM crops approved by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) as safe: Austria, France, Germany, H

Vitamins that made me a mum

Mon, 22/04/2013 - 23:01
YOUNG mum Francesca Bilinis is convinced an over-the-counter vitamin pill could have spared her the agony of losing three babies.

Families describe poor nursing care in hospitals all over the UK

Mon, 22/04/2013 - 16:52
The government has found itself in a bitter dispute with the Royal College of Nursing over plans to sha

"Stunning" Difference of GM from non-GM Corn

Mon, 22/04/2013 - 12:15
A comparison of US Midwest non-GM with GM corn shows shockingly high levels of glyphosate as well as formaldehyde, a

Monsanto Threatens To Sue Vermont If It Passes GMO Labeling Bill

Mon, 22/04/2013 - 00:48
(Before It's News) Despite overwhelming public support and support from a clear majority of Vermont’s Agriculture Committee, Vermont legislators are dragging their feet on a proposed GMO labeling bill.

Pesticides in chlorinated tap water found to cause increased food allergies

Sun, 21/04/2013 - 18:36
(NaturalNews) The evidence continues to mount against genetically modified organisms, in terms of why they are harming our food supply and how much damage they are causing to humans in general.

Earth Day pledge: I will not hurt the bees (Video)

Sun, 21/04/2013 - 00:53
There will be dozens of large and small events tomorrow and Monday to celebrate Earth Day this year. There is even a website by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for choosing five ways to protect the earth.

Fluvax still given to children despite being banned from under-fives in 2010

Sat, 20/04/2013 - 14:00
A FLU vaccine dangerous to children was rolled out across Australia despite serious side effects detected in a clinical trial.

Cancer risk chemical acrylamide is found in KFC fries, crisps and cereal

Fri, 19/04/2013 - 23:13
Raised levels of a chemical linked to cancer have been found in a range of foods from KFC mea

Bayer CropScience Promotes Bee Health Awareness and Collaboration

Fri, 19/04/2013 - 19:30
Bayer experts participate in CLA/RISE Spring Conference panel and in Senate Ag Committee briefings

Alternative Medicine Use by MS Patients Now Mapped

Fri, 19/04/2013 - 17:28
— A major Nordic research project involving researchers from the University of Copenhagen has, for the first time ever, mapped the use of alternative treatment among multiple sclerosis patients -- knowledge which is important for patients with chronic disease and the way in which society meets them.

Shocking rates of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in supermarket meats

Thu, 18/04/2013 - 14:48
WASHINGTON, DC, April 18, 2013 – A recent study by the National Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring System (NARMS) reveals shocking rates of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in U.

Namibia: GMOs to Be Benchmarked

Thu, 18/04/2013 - 10:40
Namibia will consider the potential risks to the health and safety of Namibians when it introduces genetically modified organisms (GMOs) regulations, says the Minister of Education, Dr David Namwandi.