Talking teflon frogs with Wammo on Kiwi

From Kiwi FM, 23 August 2007:
What happens when you cross a frog with a non-stick frying pan? New Scientist has the answer. Listen here.

G's guide to eco-fabulous cleaning

From G Magazine, September/October 2007:
Who has time to research the environmental cred of every cleaning product in their house? In this 8-page guide to non-toxic, eco-friendly cleaning, Bianca Nogrady breaks through the greenwash to find the best choices.

Neck size a strong sleep apnoea clue

From Australian Doctor, 24 August 2007:
Insulin levels and neck circumference are the two strongest predictors of the risk of obstructive sleep apnoea, a leading obesity expert says.
Speaking at the recent Australian Doctor/HealthEdGP Summit on Diabetes, Obesity and Heart Disease in Sydney, Associate Professor John Dixon said a neck circumference of 43cm or more for men and women was a clear predictor of obstructive sleep apnoea. Read more.

Grape escape

From Australian Doctor, 23 August 2007:
THERE’S a guilty pleasure involved in drinking good-quality wine while the sun still shines high in the sky. But in the vineyards of Mudgee, NSW, such pleasurable behaviour is one of the delights of a visit to this wine-growing region. Read more.

GPs alerted to influenza cardiac risk

From Australian Doctor, 23 August 2007:
GPs are urged to be alert for cardiac symptoms in high-risk patients with influenza, as Australia struggles through its worst flu season in several years.
Experts warned the infection could trigger acute coronary syndrome in patients with existing heart disease, and urged doctors to take preventive action. Read more.

Restless legs diagnosis missed in kids

From Australian Doctor, 16 August 2007:
Restless legs syndrome is under-diagnosed in children and could be an underlying cause of behavioural and sleep problems, experts say.
A US survey of more than 10,000 families found 1.9% of children aged 8-11 years and 2% of children aged 12-17 years met the criteria for restless legs syndrome, but only 11% of these patients had been previously diagnosed with the condition. Read more.