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Ban homeopathy from NHS, say doctors

edafe — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 20:45:03 +0000

“Tom Dolphin, a member of the BMA’s junior doctors’ committee, backed the motion. He said he had previously described homeopathy as witchcraft, but now wanted to apologise to witches for making that link.” The British Medical Association calls for an effective end to the funding of homeopathic remedies by the NHS.
www.guardian.co.uk

1.3 million reasons to re-invent the syringe

edafe — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 17:08:10 +0000

“25 years ago I read a newspaper article which said that one day syringes would be one of the major causes for the transmission of AIDS. I thought this was unacceptable so I decided to do something about it.” Marc Koska’s K1 syringe improves on an old design.
www.ted.com

Hans Rosling on HIV: New facts and stunning data visuals

edafe — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 21:53:45 +0000

“When we look at the pattern, one thing comes out very clearly. People say HIV is very high in Africa. I would say, HIV is very different in Africa.” Using Gapminder World, Hans Rosling empowers you to think more clearly about the the ways in which HIV impacts on Africa and the wider world.
www.ted.com

How to stop the drug wars

edafe — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 09:19:04 +0000

“The war on drugs has been a disaster, creating failed states in the developing world even as addiction has flourished in the rich world. By any sensible measure, this 100-year struggle has been illiberal, murderous and pointless. That is why The Economist continues to believe that the least bad policy is to legalise drugs.”
www.economist.com

The spectral memorials that haunt our roads

edafe — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 11:21:08 +0000

“It would be unfortunate if the proliferation of ghost bikes frightened off nervous waverers, because there is quite a lot of evidence that the more cyclists there are, the safer cycling becomes. But if white bikes grab the attention of motorists, give them pause and remind them to take care, they will mark the past and help safeguard the future.” Geraldine Bedell reports on the phenomenon of the white bike reaching the UK.
www.guardian.co.uk

Bike commuting: a better way to travel

edafe — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 17:29:06 +0000

“Nothing has enhanced my life as much as the decision to start bike commuting. I’ve stopped smoking, I don’t drink any more, and I’m always outdoors. I’m saving money, I feel all self-righteous about not polluting, and I can eat plenty without worrying about getting fat. And I arrive at just about any city destination faster than if I’d driven.” Paul Dorn enjoys his ride.
www.runmuki.com

Make your bike time count

edafe — Thu, 11 Oct 2007 12:01:34 +0000

“Simply riding your bike will help improve your fitness and your handling skills, but there are training techniques you can adopt to make sure you get a decent workout.” Joe Beer with a few tips on how to spend your time in the saddle more effectively.
www.bikeradar.com

Life expectancy

edafe — Tue, 21 Jun 2005 19:07:14 +0000

Fact: A regular London cyclist enjoys a longer life expectancy than a Londoner who takes no exercise.

More sorry than safe

edafe — Sat, 05 Mar 2005 20:25:13 +0000

“If everything we did had to be absolutely safe, risk-free, proven to have no adverse outcomes for anyone or anything, we’d never get anywhere.” Professor Sir Colin Berry talks to Brendan O’Neill on why the precautionary principle is making life more dangerous for all of us.
www.spiked-online.com

Combating HIV/AIDS in developing countries

edafe — Sun, 12 Sep 2004 20:28:01 +0000

“Combating HIV/AIDS requires more than prevention and treatment. It requires improving the conditions under which people are free to choose safer life strategies and conditions.” Editorial reflecting on what changes are necessary to prevent AIDS from spreading further among those most at risk.
www.bmj.com