Health (General) – Newsletter for January 2, 2011

More than 50pc drunker drivers misjudge booze recovery time

LONDON – If you think you know how much time it takes for you to recover from alcohol’s influence, you are most probably wrong.

A new study has revealed that half of New Year revellers who take to the road this weekend will still be under the influence because they misjudge how long it takes alcohol … Original source on Gaea Times at : More than 50pc drunker drivers misjudge booze recovery time.

Binge drinking ‘ups future depression risk in teens’

WASHINGTON – Researchers have warned that binge-drinking teenagers are more likely to have mood disorders such as anxiety and depression in adulthood.

Researchers at the Loyola University Health System have found that exposing adolescent rats to binge amounts of alcohol permanently altered the system that produces hormones in response to stress.

This disruption in stress hormones “might …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Binge drinking ‘ups future depression risk in teens’.

Club drug ecstasy good for autism, post-traumatic stress patients

NEW YORK – Ecstasy pills-a favourite among club goers-may help people who have trouble connecting to others, suggests a new study.

The drug, also known as MDMA, has been known to heighten feelings of happiness and playfulness in people despite its dangers.

“These ‘empathogenic’ effects suggest that MDMA might be useful to enhance the psychotherapy of people … Read more >>>.

Nintendo’s new 3D gizmo could harm kids’ eyesight

LONDON – Playing 3D games on Nintendo’s new 3DS hand-held games console could harm the eyesight of kids under six, the company has warned.

The Japanese computer giant has said children under the age of six should not use the device in 3D mode as it may harm their eyesight.
The Nintendo 3DS represents a … Read more : Nintendo’s new 3D gizmo could harm kids’ eyesight.

AN OLD AGE COUPLE IN NORTHERN INDIA PROVIDES SHELTER TO DISCARDED AIDS PATIENTS

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An old age couple in northern India provides shelter to discarded AIDS patients.

An old age couple in Allahabad city of India’s northern state of Uttar Pradesh provides shelter to AIDS patients who have been discarded by their family members.

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ALLAHABAD, UTTAR PRADESH, INDIA … Read this article on Gaea Times at : AN OLD AGE COUPLE IN NORTHERN INDIA PROVIDES SHELTER TO DISCARDED AIDS PATIENTS.

Iraq moves to ban toy guns to protect kids

WASHINGTON – The Iraqi health ministry has urged the government to ban the sale of toy guns in the country as “they make it easier for a child to make the next step to real violence”.

Baghdad’s toy markets are stocked with plastic weapons in all prices and sizes: toy guns, tanks, knives, uniforms, even …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Iraq moves to ban toy guns to protect kids.

A 30-minute daily walk can cut cancer risk

LONDON – A new study has found that walking for 30 minutes a day could lower the risk of death from colon cancer.

According to researchers, such a simple routine could also reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes and other cancers and can even be beneficial after cancer …. Source article  : A 30-minute daily walk can cut cancer risk.

1 in 5 Brit women blame drink or drugs for unprotected sex

LONDON – A survey has revealed that one in five Brit women, who end up having unprotected sex blame drink or drugs.

As many as half of the women interviewed said their preferred method of contraception was the Pill, however, two out of five favoured condoms, reports the Daily Express.

Meanwhile, a small number of men-one in … Read more >>.