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U.S. Medical ‘Trash’ Saving Lives Abroad0
- Making a Positive Difference
- December 6, 2011
In Third World hospitals, lives are being saved through the use of discarded medical materials (like scalpels, needles, and sponges) salvaged from the U.S. by nonprofit organizations like Doc2Dock. These supplies are clean, safe and unused but are thrown out for various reasons, sometimes simply because they're unneeded items in large supply kits. By
READ MOREHelping Stop the Tiger Trade in China0
- Environmental Well-Being
- December 1, 2011
The Environmental Investigation Agency and a number of stars are endorsing a petition calling on Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao to adopt a zero-tolerance policy on tiger trade in order to save the world's last remaining tigers. EIA Lead Campaigner Debbie Banks says that China needs this push because, as she says, "instead of shutting down
READ MOREArsenic in juice: new study prompts action0
- Home & Family
- December 1, 2011
An investigation into trace amounts of arsenic found in bottled juice has prompted Consumers Union, the advocacy arm of Consumer Reports, to push for the Food and Drug Administration to lower the standards for arsenic in juice drinks. While further investigations continue, the advocacy group is recommending avoiding giving infants under 6 months any type
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Why fish oil is good for your brain: study suggests it can make Alzheimer’s far less likely0
- Alternative & Complementary Medicine
- December 1, 2011
According to a new study, eating oily fish such as salmon can significantly improve your memory and help prevent the onset of dementia. Since the fatty acid found in fish and seafood boosts memory function by 15 percent, a fish-rich diet is important for maintaining optimal brain health. For ABC News' take on a similar
READ MOREWhy fish oil is good for your brain: study suggests it can make Alzheimer’s far less likely0
- Health & Healing
- December 1, 2011
According to a new study, eating oily fish such as salmon can significantly improve your memory and help prevent the onset of dementia. Since the fatty acid found in fish and seafood boosts memory function by 15 percent, a fish-rich diet is important for maintaining optimal brain health. For ABC News' take on a similar
READ MORENew charities spring up in time of need0
- Making a Positive Difference
- November 30, 2011
Hard times seem to have inspired people to help those who are less fortunate, as all kinds of non-profits are stepping up and filling in the holes left by the extensive government cuts to social services. Marcia Meyer, co-founder of The Be Kind Project, says of this kind of phenomenon, "We think kindness is more
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