Archive: Posts Tagged ‘Killing’

How Your Home is Killing You

No comments December 8th, 2009

Carbon monoxide is a well-known household threat, as are lead paint and toxic household cleaners. But one lesser known killer can cause the deaths of over a hundred times more people than carbon monoxide poisoning can. This toxin is present in varying degrees in homes all across America, and can quietly slip through the cracks in your foundation and into your basement. Like most artful poisons, it has no odor, taste, or color, and causes no noticeable symptoms until it’s too late. Read more

Antibiotic Resistant Disease SuperBug Killing Both Humans and Animals

No comments December 8th, 2009

Antibiotic-resistant bacteria Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase also know as (ESBL) is killing both people and swine in Denmark. This bacteria has been implicated in the deaths of a number of cancer and liver disease patients. The number of infected patients jumped to over 50 percent this last year. Health officials have said the bacteria is being transmitted to humans through pigs. Also the increased use of antibiotics in agriculture may be behind the spread of the resistant strain. So Read more

Mercury Poisoning – Yes, Your Teeth May Indeed Be Killing You

No comments December 7th, 2009

I don’t know about you but I consider myself to be fairly energy conscious. I switch off lights when not in use, don’t overfill the kettle and never leave the television or computer on standby. However, I must confess I don’t have many energy efficient light bulbs yet, although I understand in a few years there won’t be any others. People are already hoarding them away. Maybe they’ll become collectors’ items. Just make sure you keep the box, as Read more