Category Archives: Health politics

Thousands Sue for Damages Against Cholesterol Drugs as Big Pharma Defends Billion Dollar Industry !

Posted on July 29, 2014 by

The $100 billion dollar cholesterol-lowering statin drug industry is under attack, as thousands of Americans are filing lawsuits against the manufacturers of cholesterol-lowering drugs such as Lipitor. Research continues to confirm just how dangerous these drugs are, with yet anotherstudy … Continue reading →

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The British Dietetic Association a complete unprofessional shambles ?

Posted on January 2, 2014 by

From the British Dietetic Association website re a recent meeting of members. “Carbohydrate Advice in Type 2 Diabetes – The ‘Hot Potato’ of  ! ! Dietetics?” “The latest UK nutrition guidelines for diabetes suggest an individualised approach to carbohydrate in Type … Continue reading →

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“There may be a tipping point approaching” Jay Wortman MD

Posted on October 29, 2013 by

“There may be a tipping point approaching. I was invited to debate the merits of a low-carb diet for diabetes at a big conference last week. It was a combination of the Canadian Diabetes Association annual conference with the annual … Continue reading →

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GP care in England ‘faces funds catastrophe amid cuts’

Posted on October 3, 2013 by

The GP system in England is facing a “catastrophe” because of cuts in funding, doctors’ leaders are warning. Analysis by the Royal College of GPs suggests that over the past three years, investment in general practice has fallen by £400m … Continue reading →

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