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THE health of thousands of children may be at risk from long-term exposure to toxic chemicals from artificial turf that has become a popular replacement for grass on sporting ovals and school playgrounds around the country. Australian scientists have raised the alarm over the potential dangers of the fake grass, and called for a moratorium [...]
In the face of this nonstop barrage of technology-induced stimulation, a question on the minds of many parents, educators and scientists is: how is this affecting young brains? via Brain Development in a Hyper-Tech World - Dana Foundation.
RESEARCHERS have found that a growing number of people are reporting toxicity from energy drinks in Australia, especially teenagers. Red Bull and V were the most common causes. Click here to read the report
The Australian Government's Easy Guide to Socialising Online provides information on how internet users can protect themselves and their information when using social networking sites, search engines and online games. via Home | Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy.
Schoolgirl Sheniz Erkan farewelled as friend urges bullying victims to speak out | Information, Gadgets, Mobile Phones News & Reviews | News.com.au.
A recent Headspace survey revealed how Australian young people felt about the recent christmas season: Only half of young people would be disappointed if Christmas got cancelled, while one in five would actually be relieved; One third said Chrismas made them feel worse than usual, while one third said it made them feel better, and one [...]
A new study suggesting that the risk for heart attack increases dramatically within 24 hours after the death of a loved one. Nearly 2000 patients were interviewed while hospitalized for heart attack. Of these, 270 reported that a significant person in their lives had died within the past 6 months, with 19 learning of a [...]
It's no coincidence that the company promoting pornified school stationery is owned by Cotton On, which was itself criticised for selling sexualised clothing for toddlers. Anger over 'pornographic' stationery for schoolchildren | Herald Sun.
"Call me whatever the hell you want, I don't care," she says. "I believe my work is pro-woman, pro-girl. Just let me get on with it." via Who's afraid of Melinda Tankard Reist?.
Interview with Prof Louisa Degenhardt from the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre, UNSW about Australian durg use patterns. Australia and New Zealand appear to have the highest levels of cannabis consumption in the world! Listen to the interview via the podcast below: AM - Australians biggest cannabis users in world: report 06/01/2012.
