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Upcoming Event: Bi-Weekly Bullshit – Alternative Medicine

admin — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 19:29:42 +0000

The MFA will be hosting another one of it’s bi-weekly bullshit meet-ups on Thursday, October 30, 2008 at 7 PM.

The screening will feature a short (45 min) documentary produced by the Discovery Science Channel and CSI-COP. It is entitled “Critical Eye: Alternative Medicine” and focuses on the efficacy of new-age medicine (herbal remedies, homeopathy, magnet therapy, therapeutic touch, refloxology, etc…).

This is a great opportunity for people to come together and discuss the pro’s and con’s of these treatments.

Download PDF poster here

As always, ADMISSION IS FREE! So, come to the Student Centre (Board Room, Upstairs) and let us know what you think about this subject. Refreshments will be provided.

Upcoming Event: Enemies of Reason (Part 2)

admin — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 18:12:53 +0000

Wednesday, November 21 – 7:00 pm

Richard Dawkins – Enemies of Reason (Part 2)

Student Centre – Board Room

Free Admission

Upcoming Event: Enemies of Reason (Part 1)

admin — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 18:47:22 +0000

Tuesday, November 6 – 7:00 pm

Richard Dawkins – Enemies of Reason (Part 1)

Student Centre – Board Room

Free Admission

Scientists unravel health benefits of garlic: study

admin — Mon, 15 Oct 2007 23:25:49 +0000

Alternative medicine has been touting the health benefits of garlic for centuries, from its anti-bacterial and antifungal properties, to its positive effects on the cardiovascular system

Now US researchers say they have figured out precisely why the pungent clove makes such a valuable health tonic: it boosts the body’s own production of a compound that relaxes blood vessels, increases blood flow, and prevents blood clots and oxidative damage.