Canvas of Hope
The Canvas of Hope is a collection of works of art created from microscopic images of breast cancer at Touro University. The project came about when a group of students, studying second year… Continue reading
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Does eating organic food really make any difference?
I was reading about the latest British report which concludes that eating organic food does not provide any significant nutritional or health benefits. The independent report which was commissioned by the British Food Standards Agency (FSA)… Continue reading
Intimate with change
I don’t normally advertise products that come my way, but I do make an exception for those that have made a difference in my life and those that I feel can offer genuine inspiration… Continue reading
Cancer at work
Dealing with a chronic illness is difficult on a personal level, and can be even more difficult on a professional one, writes Michael Kelly in an interesting article in the Irish Times earlier… Continue reading
Dying to be tanned
Our summer here in Ireland which started off promisingly in early June, has fizzled out to the usual damp and wet Irish summer we have become all too familiar with. Being tanned used… Continue reading
Remembering Jenny
Most of you won’t know of my friend Jenny, but you will know of someone like her, and so I dedicate this post to all the Jennys we have known and loved and lost to… Continue reading
High intensity exercise cuts cancer deaths
People who exercise at high intensity are less likely to develop cancer and die, research out today suggests. Jogging, swimming, rowing and games such as squash or football all lead to a lower… Continue reading
Refreshing cucumber facial mask
This beautifully fresh facial mask is quick and easy to make and will leave your skin feeling toned and mositurised. If you’re skin is dull and lifeless then cucumber is the best natural… Continue reading
Meat Free Monday
And now it’s time for the Meat Free Monday recipe and this week I am featuring: Penne with tuna and courgettes Ingredients 350g (12oz) penne pasta 20g (¾oz) each of butter and flour… Continue reading
Women need to do more to support breast health
I am very interested in the results of a recently commissioned study which reveals that women aren’t doing all they can to support breast health. The survey was conducted by Yankelovich, part of… Continue reading
