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Healthy Living Hand Hygiene Tips For Busy People
(NC)Practicing dedicated hand hygiene makes good sense when it comes to fighting the spread of germs. Many of the common, and not so common viruses are transmitted from the hand to the ears, eyes and nose, and that is why surgical masks and...
Date Posted: August 09, 2003
Keep Mosquitoes At Bay In Your Home And Yard
(NC)You have likely heard about West Nile virus, but may still wonder how to safeguard against it this summer. The easiest thing you can do is keep the source at bay those irritating mosquitoes by preventing them from...
Date Posted: August 09, 2003
Vitamin Tips: To Fuel Physical Activity
(NC)Physical activity and athletic performance can be enhanced through good nutrition. This can be achieved by eating the right foods and drinking the right fluids at the right time, coupled with nutritional supplementation.Regular physical...
Date Posted: August 09, 2003
Nutrients On The Decline In Our Foods
(NC)The amount of nutrients in our food is steadily declining, according to recent research. A recent survey found some fruits and vegetables we buy today contain far fewer nutrients than they did 50 years ago.
Date Posted: August 09, 2003
Not Enough Women Getting Folic Acid
(NC)While most women have heard about folic acid, less than half know it's of benefit to women of childbearing age, according to the Folic Acid Alliance of Ontario.
Date Posted: August 09, 2003
Multivitamins Help Reduce Risk Of Infection In Diabetes
(NC)While many people take multivitamins to promote good health and to help reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease and cancer, new research shows that a daily multivitamin supplement may also help to optimize the health of...
Date Posted: August 09, 2003
Beyond ADHD... The Real Child
(NC)Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurobiological disorder that affects three to seven per cent of children. The disorder causes difficulties concentrating, sitting still, controlling emotions and listening.
Date Posted: August 09, 2003
Understanding ADHD
(NC)The behavioural disorder Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has been recognized and treated since 1902. However, it is only in the last 20 years or so that research has demonstrated that it is a neurobiological disorder with...
Date Posted: August 09, 2003
ADHD Beyond The Classroom
(NC)Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is thought by some to be an "academic" disability causing difficulties with attention and concentration in the classroom.
Date Posted: August 09, 2003
Dream House Can Be A Reality
(NC)For many Canadians who have only dreamt of buying a home, it can now become a reality. While the actual dream may differa house with a big back yard for gardening, or a condo in the sky with a great view of the citybuying any...
Date Posted: August 09, 2003