There are some people who need to wear a mask over their face to help them try to avoid symptoms bought on by breathing in allergens they are allergic to. There are other people who do the same because they have become sensitised to some/or all of the chemical ingredients in fragrances. And, more controversially so, there are people who wear one because they have become … [Read more...] about What it’s Like to Wear a Mask, Part II (9.2 years later)
Archives for January 2014
The Toxic Classroom
In the article, The Toxic Classroom, by Dr Ann McCampbell, about how to create a healthy learning space, what makes a sick building and what people can do about it, there are some great tips for parents and teaching staff who are facing challenges presented by toxins and the way they effect those in the building. For not only can academic performance be impacted on, but also a … [Read more...] about The Toxic Classroom
Woman Quits School Due to Chemical Sensitivities
Kathryn Treat over at allergictolifemybattle has bought this newspaper article to my attention. It's about a woman in London who has severe allergic reactions to mould, dust, pollen and other allergens (it seems most of the natural ones, as apposed, to mine being the human made ones). Her story is deeply saddening, and if I'd read this mid 2012 while going through the anxiety … [Read more...] about Woman Quits School Due to Chemical Sensitivities
Eco Health Solutions: Change Your Life Radio Introduction
Lucinda Curran, of Eco health Solutions has started a talk back radio show all about environmental sensitivities. She is looking for people who have recovered, or are in the process of trying to recover, or people who work in the industry, so she can interview them on her show. (I'm thinking about it, but am not brave enough to put my hand up as I have a lot on at the moment; … [Read more...] about Eco Health Solutions: Change Your Life Radio Introduction
My Speech on Housing and MCS
Hey peeps, This is one of the things that kept me busy over the month of November, 2013: The Professional Writing and Editing, Diploma subject, Advanced Nonfiction, that I was doing at Victoria University (VU) had just wrapped up; and the last module covered was Speech Writing. I was most surprised and honoured when I was contacted and asked to give a talk on … [Read more...] about My Speech on Housing and MCS