1999 News Listings

New Zealand Couple Wins Freedom of Healthcare Choice and Heals Child's Cancer With Alternative Techniques

All court order demanding that the parents of cancer patient Liam Williams-Holloway be turned over to the hospital for chemotherapy were cancelled on May 6, 1999 in Family Court in Dunedin, New Zealand. The parents had believed that chemotherapy for their child was too risky and were forced to elude a massive manhunt to pursue alternative treatment.

The case, which captivated New Zealand, led to the temporary ban on articles about Liam Williams-Holloway and involved many court hearings. The ruling in Family Court allowed Liam's parents to come out of hiding. In addition, it appears that Liam's treatment by "Quantum Vibrational Therapists" (using multiple techniques and lifestyle changes) was successful and Liam no longer has any cancer.

Please read the complete article on the Natural Health Village web page at:

http://naturalhealthvillage.com/newsletter/990515/liam.htm

Night Lights are Found to Cause Nearsightedness in Children

Knight Ridder News Service (Excerpt)

The researchers believe that full darkness may be needed every day to allow for proper eye growth. While this study, by itself, does not completely prove the connection, the researchers recommended that young children sleep in dark rooms. [The research was published in the scientific journal, "Nature".]

Holistic Health PBS Television Series to be Hosted by Jane Seymour

LOS ANGELES--(BW HealthWire)--April 27, 1999--IWV Media Group announced that internationally acclaimed actress, Jane Seymour, has agreed to host their new half-hour television series, "Healthy Living." Now in production, "Healthy Living" is a 30-minute, 14-part series scheduled for fall premier on PBS. It is the most extensive and comprehensive project ever to deal with orthodox and holistic forms of medicine and healing. It is a must see for anyone remotely interested in the subject. And, if the polls taken in this country were correct, that would include almost two-thirds of the population.

Well known as "Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman," Jane Seymour will provide the guiding spirit for this compelling new series. Ms. Seymour, who is being honored on April 20 with her own star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame, will bring her real-life passions to this informative new project.

This program is made possible through the corporate underwriting and alliances of Keats Publishing, The Quigley Corporation, Symbiotics, Boiron, Times-Mirror, Phillips Publishing, Prevention Magazine, Country Living-Healthy Living Magazine, American Specialty Health Plans and Natural Organics.

Subjects covered will include all aspects of holistic health, from Acupuncture to Zen Meditation. Remarkable surprises on healing remedies from addictions to life-threatening illnesses will be explored and demonstrated. "Healthy Living" will also include segments on spiritual insights such as the use in prayer in healing and thought control.

Under the guidance of eight-time Emmy-winning producer, Karen Kopeland and Oscar nominee, William Gazecki ("Waco: Rules of Engagement"), this program will be the first television series to provide an informative, simple-to-understand and entertaining overview on the extensive scope and importance of this timely subject matter.

Canadian Dental Association Consultant Condemns Fluoridation as a Potential Health Hazard

Dr. Hardy Limeback a leading Canadian dental authority joined a quickly-growing list of expert condemning the use of fluoridated water as a health hazard. Less than two years after U.S. Environmental Protection Agency scientists took a unanimous stand against the use of fluoride (see http://www.holisticmed.com/news/news1997.html#106), Dr. Limeback conceded in an interview (see web link) that research shows that fluoride may be destroying our bones, teech, and our overall health.

The earliest visible symptom of fluoride poisoning are off-white and brown spots on the teeth which are the beginning stages of dental fluorosis. Dr. Limeback says that most of the children he treats has this early sign of fluoride's effects. Dr. Limeback warned parents about the use of fluoride in an interview:
Dr. Limeback points out that half of the ingested fluoride never leaves the body. (Fluoride is ingested from fluoridated water, prepared drinks made with fluoridated water, boned chicken, and a variety of non-organic foods grown with pesticides that contain fluoride. Fluoride exposure can also be significant from fluoridated drugs such as some antidepressants.)

Finally, Dr. Limeback agrees with all of the recent evidence showing that fluoridated water does not help prevent cavaties:
More information about fluoride toxicity and avoiding fluoride can be found on the Fluoride/Fluoridation Web Page, the presentation by the world's foremost fluoride expert, Dr. Phyllis Mullinex. An article for preventing dental disease can be found here, and there is a web page for general dental health resources.