by Dr. Howard Peiper — The avian flu virus is a specific type of influenza that primarily affects birds, but recently has been reported to affect pigs, cats and humans. While rare in humans, the virus often causes serious disease or fatality when people do contract it. The virus that causes avian flu is a […]
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Flu Do’s & Flu Don’ts
March 17, 2012
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by Dr. Larry Wilson — Many people are worried about a possible swine flu epidemic. The virus has already claimed a few lives and could get worse during the winter months. Below are suggestions not only for preventing any case of influenza, but also for supporting your body so that it can heal itself naturally. […]
Health news you can use
February 28, 2012
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by Dr. Alan Christianson — The following is new information concerning your health, along with comments on this information. Green tea works better with vitamin C A study at Purdue University has shown that adding ascorbic acid and sucrose to green tea can help the body absorb helpful compounds. Mario Ferruzzi, associate professor of food […]
Health updates: Canned soups and antioxidants
February 27, 2012
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The following is new information regarding canned soups and antioxidants, a key to preventing flu. Canned soups can be dangerous to your health The food processing world is reeling from a shocking new series of tests released by Consumer Reports, revealing that many leading brands of canned foods contain Bisphenol A (BPA) — a toxic […]
Mandatory flu shots — round two
February 25, 2012
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by Mary Budinger — Even though public health officials expect an average flu season this year, New York State Senator Tom Duane introduced a bill that would require health care workers who work in medical facilities in his state to receive mandatory flu shots. “People don’t like being told what to do, but frankly, if […]
December 13, 2013
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