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The surprising science linking wine and bone health – Winemag
There is considerable evidence, that moderate consumption of wine strengthens bone mineral density, the most important and standardized measure of risk of fractures, in both males and females.
Know your breasts – Your Pregnancy and Baby
With kind permission from Your Pregnancy & Baby, the full article is available to read here.
Marriage and metabolism – why wine doesn’t divide equally – Winemag
Men and women are equal before the law and any discrimination according to gender and a lot of other things is unfair and plainly unlawful. Ever the medical nerd that I am, my reply was: “Not so. Because while it is so, that before the law, men and women are equal, biologically and specifically medically, they are quite unequal. Therefore, I should have a bigger share of that bottle.” And proceeded to give the following explanation - click to read more:
Moderation misunderstood – the case for smarter wine health messaging – Winemag
Dr Apffelstaedt challenges prevailing misconceptions around “moderate” wine consumption and its health implications. Drawing on clinical research and global data, he advocates for smarter, science-backed messaging that bridges the gap between medical insight and public understanding.
Skildkliergesondheid – wat jy moet weet – Die Burger
Skildklierkanker, soos baie kankers, is kompleks. Hierdie artikel is oor "wat jy moet weet".
The growing concern of early onset cancers and what you can do – Health-e news
The trend is unmistakable: younger people are being diagnosed with cancer more frequently. Over the past three decades, global research has revealed a concerning surge in early-onset colon and breast cancers, with very little data available on what is driving this disturbing trend.
Events
12 October 2013: Vroueoggend ten bate van borskanker
Doen jou deel om borskanker te bekamp en kom kuier saam op Saterdag, 12 Oktober by Napier Wynkelder in Wellington. Die oggend begin om 10:00 en beloof om vroue te inspireer met kos vir die siel. Danie Niehaus gaan as [...]
All4Women – Top surgeon explains Jolie’s choice
Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie made headlines when she disclosed her genetic risk of breast cancer and her choice to have a bilateral mastectomy with immediate reconstruction. The illusion of her picture perfect life was shattered and for many women it raised the [...]