1 week agoNew York StateComments Off on Atomic Kitten’s Natasha Hamilton reveals secret skin cancer battle as she gives fans health update
ATOMIC Kitten’s Natasha Hamilton has revealed her secret skin cancer battle, as she gave fans a health update.
The singer, 42, appeared on today’s Good Morning Britain, where she revealed how she had been diagnosed last year.
ITVNatasha Hamilton has revealed she has skin cancer[/caption]
ITVThe star opened up about her cancer battle on GMB[/caption]
The star said she had an itch on her back after being in the sun on holiday in Majorca.
Natasha put the discomfort down to a mosquito bite and thought nothing of it.
However, she ended up getting her husband to have a look after it wouldn’t go away.
Natasha then sought medical attention and was diagnosed with skin cancer.
The singer then had a Basal-cell carcinoma removed from her back.
The star – who shot to fame in the late 90s with her band Atomic Kitten – said she has since had treatment and is “cancer free”.
Natasha said although her skin cancer hasn’t been directly linked to sunbeds, she said she overused them at the height of her bands fame in the noughties.
She revealed her diagnosis had been a “massive wake-up call”.
NATASHA’S JOURNEY
Natasha waited a year before revealing she had skin cancer.
Speaking to Scott McGlynn on the Celebrity Skin Talk podcast, she said: “I actually had skin cancer last year.
“I had a Basal-cell carcinoma removed from my back, and it was a massive wake-up call for me. It was like, ‘Oh.’
“I have burnt my back so much over the years, and I used sunbeds when I was younger, you know, back in the 90s, it was like everyone used a sunbed before you went on your night out on a Saturday, and the repercussions of that is now I have to be super vigilant in the sun, like I need to have my high factors on…
“I can’t be burning. I have to check my skin religiously for changes in like moles and freckles.”
1 week agoNew York StateComments Off on Gardeners are being urged to put a penny in their bird bath this summer for important reason
PLACING a penny in your bird bath can have an unexpected benefit this summer.
This simple and extremely cheap step can help to transform your garden decor, and help attract more birds.
GettyPlacing a penny in your bird bath can help to prevent an unsightly problem (stock image)[/caption]
As well as serving as a stylish feature, bird baths have a positive impact on your outdoor space.
They attract birds to your garden, helping to control the amount of insects in your flowerbeds.
However, they also tend to become a breeding ground for algae.
But according to experts, there is a quick trick which can solve this problem, and there’s no scrubbing involved..
The solution is also extremely cost-effective, as all you need is one penny.
According to the experts at Homes and Gardens, throwing a penny into your bird bath can help to ward off algae.
“The copper present in pre-1982 one or two-penny coins triggers a chemical reaction in your bird bath’s water,” the pros explained.
They continued on to say that this “acts to naturally fend off the development of algae”.
Rocky Trifari, a bird enthusiast and owner of The Rocky Safari, spoke to the publication about the benefits of the hack.
“Copper is a natural biocide with properties that interfere with the biological processes algae and other microorganisms rely on,” the expert said.
“When copper ions leach into the water, they promote an environment that discourages the growth of green algae, one of the main causes of that slimy, dirty water found in birdbaths.”
Make sure your pennies are free of rust or corrosion before adding them to your bird bath.
Since birds drink and bathe in the water, prolonged exposure to these elements could cause health risks.
While pennies won’t act as a permanent solution to algae, they can definitely help reduce growth.
What does the RSPB think?
The organisation said: “Birds need water for drinking and bathing.
“There are many ways of providing water in the garden, but the simplest? A bird bath.
“Many people put food out for birds, but fewer provide a regular supply of clean water. Birds need water for drinking and bathing.
“Bird baths are particularly important in weather extremes: During winter when natural supplies may be frozen, and in dry conditions such as hot summers with weeks of no rain.
“But being small and enclosed, bird baths can easily become dirty and stagnant, and even dangerous, without regular cleaning.
“Make sure you change the water in your bird bath daily and give bird baths a thorough clean once a week to help prevent the spread of disease.”
How to encourage wildlife into your garden
THE Woodland Trust shared five top tips
1. Grow wild
Let nature take its course to create a more attractive environment for all things wild. You don’t have to leave your plot to develop into a small jungle – wildlife will thank you for just a small corner, border or planter.
2. Plant trees and shrubs
Research has shown that gardens are more attractive to wildlife if they have trees. And those trees can bring a host of other benefits too, from reducing noise and flooding to fighting climate change.
3. Create homes
If you want to attract a particular species, a ready-made home can look especially appealing to any wildlife passing through.
4. Offer a water source
Water is crucial for wildlife. Making some available in your garden could be a lifeline, especially in extreme weather.
5. Serve an extra meal
One of the best ways to persuade a plethora of wildlife to your patch is to give them access to an easy meal.
1 week agoNew York StateComments Off on The Range is selling a patio heater that’s ‘perfect for cool summer evenings’ & it’s super cheap to run
THE Range is selling a stylish patio heater which will come in handy this summer.
The product is described as being “perfect for cool summer evenings” and has an affordable price tag.
The RangeTable Top Patio Heater is retailing for only £35[/caption]
British summers are notorious for unpredictable weather which could go from hot temperatures to rain in minutes.
Evenings can be especially chilly but Brits will want to make the best out of their gardens and BBQ season.
The Range has a perfect patio heater for nights when you want to stargaze or gather with friends on a patio.
The Table top patio heater is retailing for only £35.89 and could even be purchased in instalments.
The heater comes with a cool-touch design and can be easily moved around to any location.
According to the Range, the product is cheap to run with 10,000 hours run time with the carbon fibre bulbs.
And when the summer is over, it won’t be collecting dust in a shed as you can still use it indoors during cold winter days.
If you want to cosy up with a book outside, have a dinner under the stars or chat with friends while staying warm and comfortable, you need to hurry up before it sells out.
The heater can be purchased in-store but the delivery options have already sold out.
The Range is also selling a charming £2.99 buy that is perfect for brightening up your garden.
The Florence arched wall mirror, which can be hung up indoors or outdoors, has been reduced by 20% from £55.
How to bag a bargain
SUN Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to find a cut-price item and bag a bargain…
Sign up to loyalty schemes of the brands that you regularly shop with.
Big names regularly offer discounts or special lower prices for members, among other perks.
Sales are when you can pick up a real steal.
Retailers usually have periodic promotions that tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout and shop when these deals are on.
Sign up to mailing lists and you’ll also be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too.
When buying online, always do a search for money off codes or vouchers that you can use vouchercodes.co.uk and myvouchercodes.co.uk are just two sites that round up promotions by retailer.
Scanner apps are useful to have on your phone. Trolley.co.uk app has a scanner that you can use to compare prices on branded items when out shopping.
Bargain hunters can also use B&M’s scanner in the app to find discounts in-store before staff have marked them out.
And always check if you can get cashback before paying which in effect means you’ll get some of your money back or a discount on the item.
