| Even low lead levels impair kids' IQs Lead in children's bloodstreams, even at levels considered modest by scientific authorities, still leads to behavioural changes and cognitive impairment, suggests new research in the U.K. cbc.ca |
H1N1 vaccine arrival won't be advanced: Aglukkaq Canada will not release the H1N1 swine flu vaccine sooner than planned even though other countries have started their vaccination programs, Health Minister Leona Aglukkaq said Friday. cbc.ca |
British Dental Association Attacks Unacceptable And Growing Chasm" In Oral Health Inequalities An "unacceptable and growing chasm" exists in the UK between those with good and poor oral health, according to the British Dental Association's (BDA's) Oral Health Inequalities Policy which is published today. The policy highlights the close association between low socio-economic status and poor oral health, calling for more focus on preventive care. It also says there should be a more integrated approach to oral health from health and social care providers. medicalnewstoday.com |
More pre-term births among poor, U.K. study finds Poor women are more likely to give birth to a very pre-term baby compared with wealthier women despite both groups receiving equal neonatal care, a British study suggests. cbc.ca |
Sun Protection Advised Year-Round UVA rays pose a threat to skiers, snowboarders, experts say forbes.com |