British medical tourists seeking treatment overseas without sufficient information and advice
Many people embarking on medical tourism with insufficient information and advice, with potentially catastrophic consequences.Busy hospital corridorBritish people travelling abroad for medical treatment are often unaware of the potential health and financial consequences they could face, according to a new report co-authored by experts at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine.
Better access to healthy foods is not enough to tackle obesity
SupermarketGovernment initiatives to improve access to healthy foods may have a limited impact on obesity, according to new research by the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine and Penn State University. Disadvantaged neighbourhoods often lack access to low-cost healthy foods, which has led to initiatives in the UK and US that focus on increasing the number of local supermarkets through grants and loans.
Housing trust and two firms fined for potential asbestos risk
A trust providing housing and care for the elderly and two firms hired to carry out refurbishment work at its premises in Alnwick have been fined after staff and residents were put at risk of exposure to asbestos. West Yorkshire firm Express Elevators Ltd was contracted by Anchor Trust to replace the lift at St Paul’s Court sheltered housing scheme in November 2012. PC Lifts, of London, was subcontracted to remove the existing lift ahead of the new one being installed.
Teeth And Getting A Great Smile
Your smile is the first thing people see when they fulfill you and it can be a factor is every new associate's first impression of you. It is important to take care of your teeth to prevent tooth decay and other dental problems. Keep reviewing to find helpful suggestions and advice for keeping your smile looking its best so you can make a great impression.
Weight Loss Plan
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