Consumer Health

Article archive for category "Consumer Health"

Thursday 28 February 2008

• EU to introduce health warning labels on magnetic toys

Thursday 22 November 2007

• Organic chocolate off market after cancer substance found

Thursday 20 September 2007

• Philippines bans Chinese food products from school canteens

Wednesday 05 September 2007

• New Zealand investigating Indian toothpaste

Tuesday 04 September 2007

• New Zealand retailers say Chinese clothes safe

Monday 03 September 2007

• Counterfeit Viagra from China prompts warnings in India

Monday 20 August 2007

• New Zealand inquiry into reports of toxins in Chinese clothes

Sunday 19 August 2007

• Poison in Chinese clothes say New Zealand researchers

Thursday 26 July 2007

• China drafts food safety mandate

Friday 20 July 2007

• Candy from China under testing for embalming chemical

Thursday 12 July 2007

• Massachusetts considering trans fat ban: would be first US state

Tuesday 10 July 2007

• China adds 14 food and drug companies to export blacklist

Friday 29 June 2007

• US blocks farm-raised fish imports from China

Monday 25 June 2007

• Granny's cannabis skin ointment really did work, new study shows
• Even housework can stave off diabetes
• When your physical appearance makes you ill

Tuesday 24 April 2007

• Food adverts on TV prompt children to eat more - study

Monday 09 April 2007

• Radical diets bad for driving
• Acupuncture points way to relief from many ailments

Monday 12 March 2007

• Diabetics should consult a doctor before doing physical exercise
• Don't reach for pills when treating low blood pressure
• Variety of medications available to ease restless leg syndrome
• Specialized diet the only antidote for gluten intolerance
• Aggressive children need clear rules

Monday 25 December 2006

• Stress often to blame for children's stomach pains, headaches

Thursday 21 December 2006

• More US kids abuse cough syrups, painkillers

Monday 18 December 2006

• Light therapy fights doldrums with sun substitute
• New Zealand warns of slimming plant touted by Oprah Winfrey

Monday 11 December 2006

• Environmental group warns of hair removal creams' impact
• Bedside laboratory helps pinpoint sleep disorders

Monday 06 November 2006

• When pets cause sneezing fits: Allergies are on the increase

Monday 23 October 2006

• Repetitive movements can cause tendinitis in children
• Exposure to germs can actually protect children from some allergies

Tuesday 17 October 2006

• Disney cleans its plate of junk food

Monday 16 October 2006

• Mediterranean diet helps prevent heart attacks
• Intense headaches at night could indicate a brain tumour
• Difficulty sleeping and morning blues could be signs of depression
• Do not shield children from dirt and illness
• Vaccinations may help prevent asthma

Monday 02 October 2006

• Insidious American menace advancing across Europe - ragweed

Monday 25 September 2006

• Kids puffy because they don't puff
• Standard soap too strong for sensitive skin

Monday 18 September 2006

• High time for allergy sufferers: start treatments in the autumn

Monday 11 September 2006

• The ideal nutrition: 'muesli power' from Switzerland
• Skincare tips for babies
• Backache in women often caused by double burden of career, family

Monday 04 September 2006

• The caffeine hit - listen to your body to find your coffee limits
• Travelling with chronically ill children requires careful planning
• Avoid foot fungus: use socks when trying on shoes

Sunday 03 September 2006

• Thirst sensor reminds elderly to drink

Monday 21 August 2006

• Bottled water causing tooth decay

Monday 14 August 2006

• Fat kids: Parents are the culprits
• Increased intake of processed meat linked to stomach cancer risk

Monday 07 August 2006

• Emergency room doctors warn not to drink before swimming

Monday 31 July 2006

• China spinach to be tested in Singapore
• Pre-school children can suffer from mental depression
• Early treatment is essential in children with hearing impairments
• Online ultraviolet index helps protect from the sun

Saturday 29 July 2006

• Ban school parking to slim down fat kids, New Zealand officials say

Tuesday 25 July 2006

• EU scrutinizes risks for children using mobile phones

Monday 24 July 2006

• Body shapes fool men and women

Thursday 20 July 2006

• EU bans 22 hair dye ingredients

Monday 10 July 2006

• Don't leave medicine in cars during summer months
• Anxiety attacks: when fear is suddenly takes control

Monday 26 June 2006

• Quick tips for soothing sunburn

Monday 19 June 2006

• Subconscious holds key to sex problems, expert says

Monday 12 June 2006

• Drinking plenty of water helps reduce risk of dry skin when flying
• Natural products can protect skin from harmful sunrays
• Finnish study suggests TV can disturb children's sleep patterns

Thursday 08 June 2006

• British children seek to beat obesity in 'kid gyms'

Monday 05 June 2006

• Healthy eating reduces risk of diabetes in pregnancy
• Strategy against overweight must be long term
• Soft football shoes can damage feet
• Pregnant women getting heavier, Belgian study says

Sunday 04 June 2006

• Too much PC gaming makes children lonely and sick

Monday 22 May 2006

• No such thing as 'puppy fat'
• Self-tanning creams no protection against sunburn

Tuesday 16 May 2006

• EU lawmakers toughen 'misleading' food health claim laws

Monday 15 May 2006

• Saunas can help ill children breathe, expert says
• Sun rays support the generation of vitamin D
• Asthma sufferers often do not have illness under control
• Medication can prevent frequent migraine attacks

Thursday 11 May 2006

• Taking Pride in the Advances in Radiation Therapy
• MP3 Players as noisy as a Formula 1 car

Wednesday 10 May 2006

• EU launches multilingual website on health information

Monday 08 May 2006

• Remove tonsils to treat recurring tonsillitis in children
• Endometriosis a factor in fertility
• Health care tips for scuba divers
• Tattoos on the lower back can be problematic during childbirth

Thursday 04 May 2006

• EU calls for better, clear labelling of sunscreens

Monday 01 May 2006

• Regular eye-testing recommended for the over 35s
• Study shows soft drinks can cause weight-gain
• Pregnant women in stressful jobs should cut back work immediately
• Narcoleptics should inform employers and colleagues about symptoms

Monday 24 April 2006

• Fungus alert: Use of towel at gym helps reduce spread of spores
• Anonymity of the internet aids online counselling services

Monday 17 April 2006

• Glyx diet points the 'weigh' ahead
• Healthy diet means fewer wrinkles, study shows

Monday 10 April 2006

• MP3 players cause concern over hearing loss
• Weight loss takes time, a switch to healthy foods and activity

Wednesday 29 March 2006

• Dark thoughts? chocolate won't cheer you up

Thursday 02 March 2006

• Excess internet use can lead to depression in young: study

Monday 27 February 2006

• Jury still out on link between mobile phones and brain tumours

Monday 13 February 2006

• Radiation bureau cautions cordless phone users

Monday 30 January 2006

• Many salon shampoos can cause allergic reactions
• The man's nose knows when a woman is fertile, scientists say
• Lasting cough, breathlessness could indicate lung cancer

Monday 23 January 2006

• Mobile phones have no adverse effect on hospital equipment: study
• Winter's chill can induce headaches

Sunday 22 January 2006

• 'Health' mattresses alleged to cause sudden infant death

Monday 11 July 2005

• Breast is still best, even if it is Dad's

Friday 08 July 2005

• Study: Genes affect cholesterol more than diet, exercise
• Obesity reaches alarming levels in Ireland
• Egyptian women face social barriers in battle against bulge

Thursday 07 July 2005

• Tattoos can cause pain in magnetic resonance imaging

Monday 04 July 2005

• Elderly need fewer calories, but should be nutrition-conscious
• British research finds link between power lines and leukaemia

Friday 01 July 2005

• FEATURE: Even French women (and men and children) get fat

Monday 20 June 2005

• Zaps the pain out of migraine headaches
• Living with tooth pain