Today I learned that there are studies showing aspirin may lower the risk of getting cancer. Here is a link to an abstract of one study from the Lancet: http://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanonc/article/PIIS1470-2045(12)70112-2/abstract I am not a a doctor, and I am not suggesting everyone start taking aspirin. Aspirin does have side effects, and has been linked to Reyes Syndrome in children and young adults, when taken for viral illness.
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Fukushima and our bravest senator, Ron Wyden
Oregon Senator Ron Wyden is one of the bravest men in the world. In April of 2012, he went to Fukushima, Japan, to see for himself what was going on with the damaged nuclear reactors. Then, again showing great bravery, he issued a press release and asked for action to reduce the danger.
If he runs for president, I will vote for him based on his bravery and honesty.
Fish and Mercury
The EPA has informed people to limit consumption of fish, due to contamination with mercury and other toxins. It is good that they keep track of this, and are informing the public. But shouldn’t the EPA also be working to get the mercury out of the fish? To create legislation that bans putting mercury in our lakes, rivers, and oceans? To prosecute and fine those who are polluting fish, one of the healthiest foods on our planet?
Cancer always has a cause
Cancer always has a cause, or causes. It doesn’t “just happen”. It used to be a rare disease. Now it is an epidemic. We are surrounded by things created by humans that cause cancer. We shouldn’t be surprised that cancer touches all our lives. We should be surprised that more people aren’t getting angry and doing something to stop it.
Here is a link to a conservative list of things that are known to cause cancer, and things that probably cause cancer from the American Cancer Society: http://www.cancer.org/Cancer/CancerCauses/OtherCarcinogens/GeneralInformationaboutCarcinogens/known-and-probable-human-carcinogens
Health, Happiness, and Long Life
Health, happiness, and long life. This is what it is all about. What we want for our family and friends, what we want for ourselves, what we want for our world.
The intent of this blog to collect and express information that will help us all have healthier, happier, longer lives.
Starting today
I have been wanting to speak my mind about some things. And to tell the world about issues that are mostly hidden. Starting today, I will.
Radioactive contamination, doing something about it
On March 11, 2011, the Fukushima disaster happened. It is continuing to contaminate our planet, including our air, water, and food supply. Who is doing anything about it?
Nuclear Information and Resource Center http://org2.democracyinaction.org/o/5502/p/dia/action/public/?action_KEY=10645
Fukushima Fallout Food Safety Petition on Change.org, created by Kimberly Roberson http://www.change.org/petitions/urgent-fukushima-radioactive-fallout-food-safety-petition
Press Release of Oregon Senator Ron Wyden after visiting Fukushima in April 2012 http://www.wyden.senate.gov/news/press-releases/after-tour-of-fukushima-nuclear-power-station-wyden-says-situation-worse-than-reported
Nuclear Watch South http://www.nonukesyall.org
Report from Forbes Magazine reporter Jeff McMahon http://www.forbes.com/sites/jeffmcmahon/2012/05/29/should-we-hide-low-dose-radiation-exposures-from-the-public/
http://www.atmos-chem-phys-discuss.net/11/28319/2011/acpd-11-28319-2011.html
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