Today in Squirrel News, Sweden becomes the first European country with falling skin cancer rates among 20-50 year olds; volunteers in Mexico City protect trees from being mistreated; and a historic village in the UK has been transformed from dereliction to ‘delight’.
Skin cancer cases falling in Sweden among adults up to middle age
After decades of rising, skin cancer cases are finally falling in Sweden in 20 to 50 year olds. This is the first EU country to show the trend, which scientists attribute mainly to increased awareness about sun damage.
Colorado programm trading e-vehicle subsidies for old gas cars exceeding hopes
Colorado has injected more funding and approved another eight years for their successful programme targeting low-and moderate-income owners of gas-guzzling cars. The programme has already given almost 900 subsidies of four to six thousand dollars for old car trade-ins.
“Tree Army” defends Mexico’s trees from mistreatment
Founder Arturo Hernández and his team of tree defenders look for Mexican trees in trouble. The group is removing concrete poured on tree roots, standing up to illegal cutting, and planting trees in places of need.
“Forest Bathing” benefits to physical and mental health backed by research
The ancient Japanese practice of immersion in trees, or forest bathing, is proven to combat depression, improve mood and even reduce high blood pressure.
13-year old in London starts new Sickle Cell Anemia treatment
A treatment involving red blood cell exchange using blood from healthy donors reduces health crises and cuts hospital time for those with the sickle cell disorder. Neriya talks about living with sickle cells and how the treatment could help.
Ecotourism in Bhutan bringing economic recovery and jobs
After being hit hard in the pandemic, ecotourism is making a difference in Bhutanese communities. More jobs keep youth in the area and the focus on the nature keeps the environment front and center.
Historic UK village transformed from dereliction to ‘delight’
After suffering crime and decay, a heritage project in the historic railway village of Swindon has brought renovation to buildings and public spaces. Residents say the transformation is ‘remarkable’.
