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The outbreak of Escheria coli infection in Germany appears to be worse than anticipated, with health experts suspecting that current […]
Continue readingMedia Coverage: Cellphones “Possibly Carcinogenic to Humans”
The suggestion from a WHO task-force that cellphone exposure is “possibly carcinogenic” has generated wide spread media buzz over the […]
Continue readingAdolescent Health Report Sparks National Discussion
A comprehensive government report on adolescent health has highlighted the extent of difficulties faced by New Zealand youth, drawing national […]
Continue readingExperts respond: E coli outbreak in Europe
The outbreak of Escherichia coli in Europe is causing widespread concern as experts work to pinpoint the source of the […]
Continue readingActive video games good for overweight kids – NZ Herald
A recent New Zealand study has examined the effects of playing ‘active’ video games, finding that the exercise component of […]
Continue readingPodcast: Adolescent Health Report Launch
The Prime Minister’s Chief Science Advisor, Sir Peter Gluckman, today released a comprehensive report on the health and social issues […]
Continue readingMark Quigley: Seismic fear mongering or time to jump ship?
Dr Mark Quigley is Senior Lecturer in Active Tectonics and Geomorphology in the Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New […]
Continue readingExperts Respond: IARC – Cellphones “Possibly Carcinogenic to Humans”
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), a subsidiary of the World Health Organization, has released a monograph classifying […]
Continue readingFrom mobiles to microwaves: Assessing radiation hazards
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) is assessing the carcinogenic hazards associated with exposure to radiofrequency electromagnetic fields. […]
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