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                                                            HEALTH
Overweight, but not Obese, Lenghtens Life This new research shows people who carry a few extra pounds tended to live longer than those who are either normal weight or very obese                         >read more
Fat man on bike
Colds & Flu The rainy season is upon us and that means more colds and flu. Colds can be caused by more than 200 viruses. Influenza is caused by just two types of viruses! How important are flu shots? Can I catch flu from the vaccine? Are there any cures for colds & flu? How can I minimise the chances of catching a cold or the flu.                         >>read more Obama getting flu shot
Diabetes is recognised as a serious global health problem, resulting in cardiovascular complications, eye and kidney diseases and limb amputations. Almost 1 in 4 Australians  25 years and older either has diabetes or pre-diabetes. It will be one of the major health problems facing the world in the 21st century.        >>read more Halle Berry diabetes spokesperson
1918 Spanish Flu Also known as the Great Influenza Pandemic, the 1918 Flu and La Grippe, was possibly the most devistating epidemic in recorded human history. It was a deadly strain of the H1N1 influenza virus, killing between 50 million to 100 million people in 25 weeks                                 >>read more
Postman New York 1918
                                                         LIFESTYLE
Hangover - causes & cures The festive season is here (again) and despite last year's resolutions, we may just imbibe a wee drop too much (again). What are the NHS recomendations for men and women drinkers? Do you have a pre-party plan?    Let's look at the causes and possible cures        >>read more
hair of the dog

Ten Tips for Dedicated Dieters Ten quick tips to help all of us struggling to loose weight. See the benefits of drinking tea before each meal. Essentials to keep in your fridge or pantry to provide healthy "Minute Meals". For more analysis on the most popular Diet programs click on our Diet Analysis       >>read more

Lady drinking tea
                                                        Dr  RICHARD's  Desk
Dr Richard Tomlins MD has practiced medicine in Australia, Indonesia and Myanmar for more years than he cares to remember. We include some of his humorous and insightful articles for your edification and enjoyment  >>read more
Dr Richard Tomlins
Reviewed on    8 May 2013

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"Culann - Warrior Monk "
Check out the illustrations for the new historical novel by Duncan MacDonald "Culann - Celtic Warrior Monk". The setting is in Ireland and Britain during the 7th century AD.
It is centered around actual historical figures and some of the momentus events that took place at that time.



IABC "Retrospective" web site
This site is dedicated to those IABC Members & Guests who are no longer with us. Some of their images are represented on the pages covering 2005 to 2009.
We remember their laughter and good fellowship



Smoking 'rots' brain, says Kings College study
Smoking 'rots' the brain by damaging memory, learning and reasoning, according to researchers at King's College London.

A study of 8,800 people over 50 showed high blood pressure and being overweight also seemed to affect the brain, but to a lesser extent.

Scientists involved said people needed to be aware that lifestyles could damage the mind as well as the body.
BBC News | Health 26/11/2012