Grandmothers — a neglected family resource for saving newborn lives. Paper by Judi Aubel

‘I reviewed research from numerous settings in Africa, Asia and Latin America...’

Abstract

Across the globe, the well-being of newborns is significantly influenced by the knowledge and practices of family members, yet global health policies and interventions primarily focus on strengthening health s

Electromagnetic fields, 5G and health: what about the precautionary principle?

By Professor John William Frank, University of Edinburgh, in Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health

Abstract

New fifth generation (5G) telecommunications systems, now being rolled out globally, have become the subject of a fierce controversy. Some health protection agencies and their s

Researching online negative comments and communication for adults with an intellectual and/or developmental disability. Please help if you can - UK

Miss Fiona Clements, Dr Darren Chadwick and Dr Lisa J Orchard from the University of Wolverhampton (UK) write:

We are conducting some research to investigate the experiences of online negative comments and communication for adults with an intellectual and/or developmental disability.

Research is lacking on effective mental health and substance use treatment options for people with FASD

'This study reveals a huge gap in evidence-based practice...'

From Canada FASD Research Network:

“OTTAWA, November 17, 2020 – This week, a team of researchers and partners published findings that show a startling gap in the evidence about treatment for mental health and substance

A link between Covid-19 vaccination and a rise in deaths...being reported in care homes and in the elderly?

‘It is...imperative that any early warning signs of unexpected issues are heeded to safeguard the public’

Peter Limbrick writes: The UK Medical Freedom Alliance have sent an Urgent Open Letter to Matt Hancock, Nadhim Zahawi, Boris Johnson, the MHRA (Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory Age

Peer-mediated Early Start Denver Model “playdates” for a young child with autism spectrum disorder: a case study

By Lauren van Noorden, Hannah Waddington, Larah van der Meer & Jessica Tupou

Abstract

For young children with an autism spectrum disorder, deficits in social skills can impede appropriate peer interactions. The Early Start Denver Model is a promising intervention for young children with an autis

Making an informed decision about accepting a Covid vaccine. There are dangers and we need to know about them whichever country we are in

'...expected high volume of Covid-19 vaccine-adverse drug reactions (ADRs)...'

Peter Limbrick writes: UK Medical Freedom Alliance has recently published an open letter ‘Concerns and suggestions regarding the UK’s Covid-19 vaccine agenda’.

It is essential reading for people in any country who want to

Sleep disorder drug modafinil linked to increased risk of birth defects

'This new advice is based on reports from a study conducted in the US, which observed 61 babies that were exposed to modafinil during pregnancy'

From Health Europa website: The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has issued a warning to people using the sleep disorder drug mod