Science Says Antibiotic Usage Out Of Control; Proceed With Caution
Medical News Today Thu, 25 Aug 2011 10:30 AM PDT
There was a time when antibiotics were the cure all. However a new study shows that antibiotic overuse doesn't just lead to the emergence of drug resistant superbugs; it may also permanently wipe out the body's good bacteria. So what is an antibiotic really? The word antibiotic comes from the Greek anti meaning 'against' and bios meaning 'life' (a bacterium is a life form).' Antibiotics are also ... |
She's Fat and Loving It
Forbes via Yahoo! News Thu, 25 Aug 2011 10:22 AM PDT
Kim Brittingham is fat. Hey, that’s her word, not mine.Brittingham, the author of Read My Hips: How I Learned to Love My Body, Ditch Dieting, And Live Large is on a mission to reclaim the controversial adjective for big women everywhere. “Fat is a descriptive word,†says Brittingham. “I’m fat, and I’m not ashamed.†In her book, Brittingham, who also blogs at Kimwrites, recounts her journey from ... |
Woman killed near Ocean View suffered trauma to body
The Virginian-Pilot Thu, 25 Aug 2011 09:55 AM PDT
NORFOLK A woman found dead in her apartment on Sunday suffered traumatic injuries and was found in the bathtub, according to court records. The injuries to Michelle Buey, 27, caused her death, according to a search warrant affidavit. The precise cause has not been released. |
Body cooling helps bleeding patients
Press TV Thu, 25 Aug 2011 09:55 AM PDT
Cooling the bodies of wounded soldiers or other patients with high body temperatures could improve their chances of survival, a new study suggests. |
'Crazy couponers' and out-of-stock woes
The Capital Thu, 25 Aug 2011 09:34 AM PDT
The soaring popularity of couponing has resulted in product shortages, empty shelves and disgruntled shoppers. But eager couponers aren't always the culprits behind product shortages. Here's an email I received recently: What should I do when the store doesn't have anything in stock that's advertised, or worse, doesn't want to sell it to you? Body wash was on sale at a nationwide pharmacy last ... |
Man found dead inside shanty
Sun Star Thu, 25 Aug 2011 09:26 AM PDT
A MAN was found dead inside a shanty in Yangtzi Street, Bacaca Road, Barangay 19-B Poblacion, Davao City on Tuesday night. The victim identified as Palong Itang, 42, is a laborer and native of Island Garden City of Samal. His body was discovered by Cantingan Trio, 21, owner of the shanty around 9:30 p.m. Based on a spot report of SPO3 Nelson Ladua of the San Pedro police station, the victim was ... |
Mae Willie Dowdle
Gaffney Ledger Thu, 25 Aug 2011 09:09 AM PDT
Funeral services for Mae WillieDowdle, 80, of Brookview Healthcare Center, formerly of 205 Bolin Road, Blacksburg, and 322 W. Meadow St., Gaffney, widow of Allen William Dowdle, will be held Saturday, Aug. 27, at 1 p.m. at Bethel Baptist Church with Dr. James W. Sanders Jr. officiating. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Body will be placed in the church at noon. read more |
Victoria's Secret Announces Launch of VSX Sexy Sport
PR Newswire Thu, 25 Aug 2011 09:07 AM PDT
NEW YORK, Aug. 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Victoria's Secret unveils VSX Sexy Sport, a collection of workout gear that will inspire women to feel like they can get a Runway Body that is confident, sexy and strong. VSX Sexy Sport merges both fashion and performance in a collection of... |
Antibiotics Could Actually Be Wiping Out Body's Good Bacteria
The Huffington Post Thu, 25 Aug 2011 08:43 AM PDT
You were not meant to be alone: The human body contains and is covered in an almost unimaginably large number of microbes. But eradicating them as we do, intentionally and unintentionally, with the prolific use of antibiotics may be harming our health, according to one scientist who studies our minuscule companions. |
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