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Evolution under the microscopeA scientific critique of the theory of evolutionby David Swift ISBN 0 9543589 0 2 "Easily the best critique of evolution available." |
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The theory of evolution is the leading explanatory principle of biology. But it is much more than that. Because it relates to our origins it has far wider implications; and this, of course, is why it is still debated well over a century after Darwin. Yet this book is what it claims to be - a critical examination of the science of evolution. The author does not argue from or in defence of what the Bible (or any other religious text) may say on the matter. Neither is it typical 'creation science', for example he accepts that the earth is billions of years old. He also completely agrees with the principle of natural selection, and the possibility that substantial progress, even 'apparent design', could arise through the accumulation (by the operation of natural selection) of a series of advantageous variations. However, David Swift shows convincingly that what we have discovered in the last 50 years of biochemistry presents insurmountable hurdles to the current widely-accepted evolutionary explanation for the complexity of biology at the molecular level. | |
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Infant FeedingReflection on Practice in Clackmannanshireby Christy Fulton, Louise Kentley, Sue Swift ISBN 0 9543589 1 0 |
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Clinical governance requires health professionals review their practice, and audit provides the evidence base to influence service provision. This report describes an audit of infant feeding, with an emphasis on breastfeeding, in an area where breastfeeding rates are well below average. It addresses the imfluence of antenatal preparation, hospital practice, and support in the community. It will be of particular interest to health professionals involved in infant feeding: especially midwives and other maternity staff, paediatricians and health visitors. | |
