FreshMail Articles

Kids and cell phones

An article published in the U.K. Mirror entitled “What Cell Phones Can Do To A Youngster’s Brain in 2 Minutes” reported that scientists have discovered that a cell phone call lasting just two minutes could alter the natural electrical activity of a child’s brain for up to an hour afterwards.

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Strategies for the Wireless Age (part 3)

by Dr. Sherrill Sellman

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Survival Strategies for the Wireless Age (part 2)

by Dr. Sherrill Sellman

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Modern convenience - invisible hazard? (cell phones - part 1)

On a recent episode of CNN’s Larry King Live, three neurosurgeons publicly stated that they never hold their cell phones to their ears. One of these surgeons, Dr. Keith Black of Cedar-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, explained, "I think the safe practice is to keep the microwave antenna away from your brain."

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Employment Opportunity

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Mediterranean Greens

Whether you choose kale or chard, collards or beet tops – it’s hard to find a more nutritious group of foods than the leafy geens. Rich in minerals and loaded with antioxidants – you can use your choice of leafy greens in this tasty side dish that complements any meal. Look for locally grown greens in the Freshlife produce case.

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WAR ON MOLD (part 3)

In yesterday’s FreshMail, I offered a simple quiz to help determine the potential risk of molds and fungus in your home. If you answered “Yes” to three or more of the quiz questions, you may have a mold problem. (For a copy of the quiz, send email request to barb@freshlife.com)

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FUNGUS AMONG US (Part 2)

According to the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, household mold has been linked to a significant increase in risk of lower respiratory problems in infants and young children as well as a host of symptoms in people of all ages.

To determine your home’s mold risk, take this simple quiz. Give yourself 1 point for every “yes.”

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FUNGUS AMONG US (part 1)

The streams are full and the grass is growing. Vegetation in Pennsylvania is thriving from the recent rains. Unfortunately, something else is also thriving as a result of the recent damp weather… MOLD!

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Keeping dangerous secrets

What happens when one doctor sees another doctor make a significant medical mistake? Although 90 percent of the doctors surveyed at Massachusetts General Hospital said that physicians should always report an impaired or incompetent colleague, more than 45 percent of the doctors admitted they do not always make an error report to the proper authorities.

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