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Study shows spirulina may help cure lead poisoning and heal the liver

Study shows spirulina may help cure lead poisoning and heal the liver

Spirulina has long been recognised as a superfood for its beneficial effects on the human body and longevity. But now a new scientific study has helped to shed light on some of the other effects of spirulina. Spirulina is a natural type of algae. It is known for its ability to counter the effects of radiation poisoning, prevent cancer and[Read More…]

Scientists approves release of GM super mosquitos

Scientists approves release of GM super mosquitos

Brazil has become the latest country to approve the use of genetically modified mosquitoes, it has been reported. The reasons given for using these laboratory created creatures is, according to the government, to wipe out dengue fever. These bugs have been genetically engineered so that their offspring dies before they become adults. The male bugs carry these faulty genes and[Read More…]

Scientists have made the link between air pollution and DNA damage

Scientists reveal pollution results in DNA damage

A number of new studies have recently helped to highlight the link between environmental pollution and longstanding DNA damage. Studies published in the Journal of molecular neuroscience and also in the Experimental Eye Research journal have collectively served to reveal that a combination of everyday environmental factors such as ultraviolet light and air pollution can result in a process known[Read More…]

Inspirational mum awarded for her work with parents of disabled children

Inspirational mum awarded for her work with parents of disabled children

An inspirational mum has received a national accolade for her commitments in helping parents and carers of children with special needs disabilities. Emily Brailsford, of Matlock was named Derbyshire’s Inspirational Woman of the Year in the voluntary sector after setting up the Parenting Additional Needs in Matlock support group. Ms Brailsford set up the group after her own son was[Read More…]

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Mental health campaigner Jonny Benjamin is successfully reunited with stranger who saved his life

Do you remember last week when we reported the story about a suicidal man who had launched a campaign to find a stranger who saved his life? Jonny Benjamin hit the headlines last month after he launched a campaign with the help of the charity Rethink Mental Illness, to find the stranger who intervened when he was about to jump[Read More…]