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Old 27-08-2009, 11:21   #16
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A report I saw this AM on Yahoo ( I think) said that some now believe there is a connection between sunscreen and alzheimers.
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A report I saw this AM on Yahoo ( I think) said that some now believe there is a connection between sunscreen and alzheimers.
University of Ulster researchers are specifically STUDYING nanoparticles present in chemicals found in sunscreens (& an additive in some diesel fuels (titanium dioxide and cerium oxide); and their connection to neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases.

Let's not panic , quite yet.

➥ University Of Ulster News Release - Groundbreaking Research Into Nanoparticles And Alzheimer's Disease
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So if we use sunscreen our skin is going to look better,but....we aren't going to care anymore!
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Too late Gord. I've been in a state of panic since the last election!
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Been using Nivea last 6 years tropics. One allergic onboard - no issues.

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