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Climate change will have 'significant impact' on health
A top government health official said Wednesday that climate change is expected to have a significant impact on health in the next few decades, with certain regions of the country and the elderly and children most vulnerable to increased health problems. (Thu, 10 Apr 2008 14:13:14 GMT)
Opening Glance: Health Care Equipment
Shares of health care equipment and supply companies were mixed early Thursday as the broader market reacted to mixed retail data. (Thu, 10 Apr 2008 14:24:13 GMT)
Opening Glance: Health Care
Health care providers and service companies are diverging in morning trading, with analyst comments pressuring shares of Cardinal Health Inc. and Patterson Cos. (Thu, 10 Apr 2008 15:33:30 GMT)
CDC: Climate Change Will Up Health Risks
A top health official said that climate change is expected to have a significant impact on health in the next few decades, with certain regions of the country - and the elderly and children - most vulnerable to increased health problems. (Thu, 10 Apr 2008 16:00:06 GMT)
A Little Exercise, Big Mental Health Boost
People who get at least 20 minutes of weekly physical activity report better mental health than idle people, British experts report. (Thu, 10 Apr 2008 16:04:18 GMT)
Health Highlights: April 10, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Thu, 10 Apr 2008 16:04:26 GMT)
Senior Citizens Should Beware of Health Shock: It Can Drain Your Money
April 10, 2008 - A new study underscores the need for seniors to maintain their health -- in order to maintain their wealth. (Thu, 10 Apr 2008 16:29:50 GMT)
Closing Glance: Health Care
Shares of health care providers and service companies were split Thursday, with analyst sentiment weighing on shares of Patterson Cos. (Thu, 10 Apr 2008 20:25:52 GMT)
Closing Glance: Health Care Equipment
Shares of health care equipment and supply companies were mixed Thursday, despite the broader market posting gains as investors were encouraged by a drop in jobless claims and an increase in sales at some discount retailers. (Thu, 10 Apr 2008 20:39:26 GMT)
Mental health cultivated on the farm
Time down on the farm with animals could provide some therapeutic benefit for people with mental illness, according to researchers writing in the open access journal Clinical Practice and Epidemiology in Mental Health. (Thu, 10 Apr 2008 23:07:39 GMT)
Moving to the UK worsens maternal health behaviors
After women immigrate to the UK their maternal health behaviours worsen as their length of residency increases. The longer ethnic minority women live in the UK the more likely they are to smoke during pregnancy or give up breastfeeding early, concludes a study published on bmj.com today. (Thu, 10 Apr 2008 23:15:51 GMT)
Health Care Horror Stories
If being a progressive means anything, it means believing that we need universal health care. (Fri, 11 Apr 2008 03:34:02 GMT)
Nature-Based Health Promotion and Wellness Details
In partnership with the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point School of Health Promotion and Human Development, EarthWonders will present its first Certificate Program in Nature-Based Health Promotion and Wellness, 8 am-5 pm on Friday, April 18, 2008, at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Dreyfus University Center. (Fri, 11 Apr 2008 03:57:07 GMT)
Changes in health care bill move ahead in the House
On the heels of Senate approval last week of a health care overhaul plan that Gov. Tim Pawlenty threatened to veto, the House worked into the night Thursday to craft its own, narrower version of change. (Fri, 11 Apr 2008 04:01:30 GMT)
Ahead of the Bell: Medco Health Upgraded
A Credit Suisse analyst said stronger-than-expected sales of generic drugs will help Medco Health Solutions, and upgraded the stock to "Outperform" from "Neutral." (Fri, 11 Apr 2008 12:51:50 GMT)
N.L. health minister concedes he shouldn't have said patients were notified
ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - Newfoundland and Labrador's health minister says he should not have repeatedly said last year that all patients whose breast-cancer tests were reviewed had been notified. (Fri, 11 Apr 2008 13:13:00 GMT)
Opening Glance: Health Care Equipment
Shares of health care equipment and supply companies fell early Friday in line with the broader market as investors pulled back after disappointing first-quarter results from General Electric Co. (Fri, 11 Apr 2008 14:08:55 GMT)
Cabinet ordered N.L. health board to reveal cancer test info, inquiry hears
ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - The Newfoundland and Labrador cabinet ordered a provincial health board to speak to the news media about breast-cancer testing errors after court documents revealed the mistakes in May 2007, a public inquiry heard Friday. (Fri, 11 Apr 2008 14:32:00 GMT)
Opening Glance: Health Care Stocks Fall
Health care stocks fell with the market in morning trading, with health insurers taking some of the biggest losses. Disappointing first-quarter results from General Electric Co. weighed on stocks early in Friday's session. (Fri, 11 Apr 2008 14:37:06 GMT)
Community, schools must address childhood obesity, health specialist says
A nationally renowned health specialist who spoke at the University of Texas on Thursday emphasized a holistic approach to controlling childhood obesity, including community outreach efforts and nutrition education in schools and homes. (Fri, 11 Apr 2008 15:03:21 GMT)
Dr. Bruce Chernof Resigns From LA County Dept. of Health Service
Los Angeles County Department of Health Services Director Dr. Bruce A. Chernof resigned Thursday to become chief executive officer of a major new foundation focusing on information technology, education, research and policy related to health care for seniors. (Fri, 11 Apr 2008 15:04:17 GMT)
Start Spring Cleaning: Housework Improves Health
A new study said 20 minutes of cleaning a week could improve mental and physical health. (Fri, 11 Apr 2008 15:23:22 GMT)
HSA issues new alert on two illegal health products
SINGAPORE: The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) has issued a fresh alert on two illegal health products – "Zhong Hua Niu Bian" and "Santi Niu Bian", which is also known as "Santi Bovine Penis Erecting Capsule". (Fri, 11 Apr 2008 16:22:24 GMT)
Health Highlights: April 11, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Fri, 11 Apr 2008 18:01:56 GMT)
CVS Caremark Lobbied on Health Coverage
Drugstore operator CVS Caremark Corp. spent more than $680,000 last year to lobby on health technology, health care coverage and other related matters. (Fri, 11 Apr 2008 19:01:57 GMT)
Health Highlights: April 10, 2008
Title: Health Highlights: April 10, 2008 Category: Health News Created: 4/11/2008 2:00:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 4/11/2008 (Fri, 11 Apr 2008 19:23:13 GMT)
Closing Glance: Health Care Stocks Slide
Health insurers skidded Friday as shares of health care companies fell. Major indexes dropped Friday after General Electric Co. posted disappointing first-quarter results and reduced its full-year profit forecast. (Fri, 11 Apr 2008 20:16:22 GMT)
Closing Glance: Health Care Equipment
Shares of health care equipment and supply companies fell late Friday as General Electric's poor first-quarter results and reduced outlook raised new concerns over the health of big business and the overall economy. (Fri, 11 Apr 2008 20:32:57 GMT)
Health workers battle cholera in Kenya as toll hits 64
Health workers Friday sought to contain a cholera outbreak that has killed at least 64, including in areas where people were displaced amid recent post-electoral violence, an official said. (Fri, 11 Apr 2008 21:16:09 GMT)
Expert committee releases conclusions to Health Canada on injection site
VANCOUVER - A report to federal Health Minister Tony Clement indicates drug injections at a safe-injection facility in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside account for less than five per cent of all injections in the notorious neighbourhood. (Sat, 12 Apr 2008 00:53:00 GMT)
National business briefs: Ford, UAW reach agreement on health care costs
Ford Motor Co., the United Auto Workers union and lawyers representing retired workers have reached a legal agreement to shift retiree health-care costs from the company to a union-administered trust fund. The company revealed the agreement Friday in a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. (Sat, 12 Apr 2008 03:28:15 GMT)
Gov. Schwarzenegger Seeks $7B For Prison Health
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger on Friday asked state lawmakers to approve $6 billion to build new prison medical and mental health centers to care for 10,000 inmates. He is also seeking another $1 billion to upgrade existing prison health care facilities. (Sat, 12 Apr 2008 04:31:10 GMT)
Costs soar for Mass. health care law
Two years after the state's landmark health law was signed, the cracks are starting to show. (Sat, 12 Apr 2008 07:52:55 GMT)
Mental health system feels strain
The biggest community mental health center in Alaska has stopped accepting adult clients and is closing a downtown branch that served many homeless people, the latest signs of a strained health system and looming public crisis. (Sat, 12 Apr 2008 13:13:49 GMT)
New site for health services
Taney County environmental services has permanently moved their office to the Rinehart Road health department offices. BDN photo by Donna Clevenger The Taney County Health Department environmental health services has moved. (Sat, 12 Apr 2008 15:02:59 GMT)
Fire stirs health warning
A smoky grass fire Friday in Solano County prompted Contra Costa County health officials to issue a health advisory for communities in east Contra Costa. The fire first was thought to be burning on Sherman Island, U.S. Coast Guard Lt. Amy Marrs said. Its location was isolated to another, unidentified island. (Sat, 12 Apr 2008 15:04:08 GMT)
Health care nonprofit looks to redevelop seminary property
A nonprofit organization that focuses on providing access to health care regardless of ability to pay is looking to redevelop the former campus of Bangor Theological Seminary. (Sat, 12 Apr 2008 15:50:33 GMT)
Mental health experts enlisted to help with children of sect
Texas officials have brought in mental health professionals and behavioral experts in an effort to ensure a sense of normalcy for the more than 400 children removed from a polygamous sect's enclave, an agency spokeswoman said. (Sat, 12 Apr 2008 15:57:00 GMT)
Health Highlights: April 12, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Sat, 12 Apr 2008 16:01:18 GMT)
Costs Soar for Mass. Health Care Law
Massachusetts Health Care Law Still a Work in Progress; More Expensive Than Expected (Sat, 12 Apr 2008 16:05:10 GMT)
Health centre gets go ahead
Tendering for the construction of the Humboldt District Health Complex has been approved by the Ministry of Health. (Sat, 12 Apr 2008 16:09:46 GMT)
The Worst Places for Your Health
Where you put your toothbrush, TV, workout gear and more can affect your health. (Sat, 12 Apr 2008 17:51:59 GMT)
Rural health audit overdue: RDAA
The Rural Doctors Association of Australia has called on the federal government to immediately release the findings of its rural health workforce audit. (Sun, 13 Apr 2008 02:58:11 GMT)
Costs Soar for Mass. Health Care Law
BOSTON -- Two years after the state's landmark health law was signed, the cracks are starting to show. (Sun, 13 Apr 2008 03:41:07 GMT)
Health spending rules face key court test
PASADENA, Calif.—A U.S. appeals court panel will hear oral arguments this week on San Francisco's health care spending ordinance as business groups—backed for the first time by the federal government—are urging that the controversial mandate be overturned. (Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:11:53 GMT)
Two-year-old Mass. health law still a work in progress
Two years after the state's landmark health law was signed the cracks are starting to show. Costs are soaring and Massachusetts lawmakers are weighing a dollar-a-pack... (Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:19:00 GMT)
CDC: Climate Change Will Up Health Risks
A top government health official said Wednesday that climate change is expected to have a significant impact on health in the next few decades, with certain regions of the country -- and the elderly and children -- most vulnerable to increased health problems. (Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:24:04 GMT)
Gov. Crist tries to insure more Floridians as legislators cut health programs
Governor trying to cover vulnerable in difficult times Gov. Charlie Crist is campaigning hard around the state for his health insurance plan, aimed at offering coverage to 3.8 million uninsured Floridians. (Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:36:05 GMT)
SUMMIT HEALTH: Workplace wellness good for business
A Southfield company is growing far beyond its projections and plans to hire as many as 4,000 part-time workers and 35 full-timers this year to develop workplace wellness programs for insurers and employers. Summit Health Inc., started in 1999, serves such national clients as Aetna, Humana, United Healthcare, Cigna Healthcare, Home Depot, IBM, UPS and PricewaterhouseCoopers. (Sun, 13 Apr 2008 07:39:24 GMT)
Crist's health insurance plan faces rocky road at Legislature
Budget cuts could undermine the governor's bid to reduce the state's uninsured population. Gov. Charlie Crist is campaigning hard around the state for his health-insurance plan, aimed at offering low-cost coverage to 3.8 million uninsured Floridians. (Sun, 13 Apr 2008 11:29:12 GMT)
Employers, Workers' Unions Urged To Promote Mental Health (Malaysian National News Agency
KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Employers and workers' unions should cooperate in promoting mental health at the workplace in order to check increasing stress-related mental health problems and to improve work quality among employees. (Sun, 13 Apr 2008 11:55:02 GMT)
Gov. Crist tries to insure more Floridians as legislators cut health programs
Governor trying to cover vulnerable in difficult times Gov. Charlie Crist is campaigning hard around the state for his health insurance plan, aimed at offering coverage to 3.8 million uninsured Floridians. (Sun, 13 Apr 2008 11:55:52 GMT)
Fears grow for 'tormented' Shannon Matthews' health, as friends say her mother's pregnant AGAIN
Concerns are growing for the health of Shannon Matthews after it was revealed she is tormented by nightmare hallucinations and has problems remembering her family. Social workers caring for the nine-year-old said she is so disturbed by her 24-day ordeal she has not been able to tell police how many brothers and sisters she has (Sun, 13 Apr 2008 12:04:21 GMT)
Health Highlights: April 13, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Sun, 13 Apr 2008 13:00:45 GMT)
Health Day highlights Science Fair Week at SAES
Health Day highlighted the San Antonio Elementary School's 4th Annual Science Fair week last week. SAES Health Day Committee chair Hilda Rios said the school is glad to see the whole school participating in the event. (Sun, 13 Apr 2008 14:09:32 GMT)
A year after Virginia Tech shootings, campus mental health treatment still feels impact
The rampage carried out nearly a year ago by a deranged Virginia Tech student who slipped through the mental health system has changed how American colleges reach out to troubled students. (Sun, 13 Apr 2008 16:26:51 GMT)
Future of health screening unclear
Health screening is saving lives but may not always save money and has an uncertain future, a screening expert says. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 00:04:03 GMT)
Lawmakers resurrect mental-health parity bill
A bill that would require health insurance companies to cover mental illness and substance abuse treatment at the same level as other ailments stands its best chance ever of becoming law. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 03:03:52 GMT)
Health Calendar
EVENTSCommunity Health Fair, this free event will include 100 booths with a free or low-cost health screening tests, give-aways, heathy snacks, live demos and much more, April 17 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Milwaukee School of Eng... (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 03:16:29 GMT)
Thousands of Indigenous children waiting for health check
Health Minister Nicola Roxon says thousands of indigenous children may still be waiting for an initial health check, seven months into the federal government intervention in Northern Territory Aboriginal communities. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 03:47:28 GMT)
Parents must put kids on health insurance
Q. My on-and-off girlfriend had my one and only child, in 2005. I have BlueCross BlueShield health insurance through my job. Mom wants to keep our daughter on Medicaid. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 04:03:08 GMT)
Tax breaks pitched in health care reform bill
ATLANTA - One of the few health-care reform measures passed during the recent Georgia legislative session would encourage more consumers to buy into health insurance plans that swap lower premiums for higher deductibles and greater out-of-pocket expenses. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 04:15:39 GMT)
Religious, health officials want HIV screenings for all inmates
Ministers and public health officials have called on prison officials to routinely screen every inmate and treat those infected with the HIV virus, saying prisoners are impeding progress to end the spread of the disease. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 04:15:57 GMT)
Women's Health to Up Green, Celeb Content
Continuing an effort to increase its green-focused content, Women's Health is teaming up with the Environmental Media Association to launch awareness-raising, celebrity-studded events and introducing a new column with Alexandra Cousteau, called In Focus Planet, with the July/August issue. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 04:19:42 GMT)
Onsite health clinic firm sees major growth ahead
CareHere, which provides onsite health clinics that help save companies money on employee health care expenses, plans to expand.The Brentwood-based firm has operated clinics serving Rutherford County government employees since 2004 and recently expanded the number of clinics to five for the county's approximately 5,000 employees. A sixth clinic is in the works. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 04:24:21 GMT)
‘Frontline’ examines health systems in five other rich countries
Americans' medical costs are skyrocketing. The presidential campaign will soon move beyond intraparty health-care quibbles to the chasm that divides the main Democratic and Republican visions. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 12:06:02 GMT)
California Health Officials Baffled Over Syphilis Spike
An unusual rise in syphilis cases has health officials investigating why Tulare County residents are getting the sexually transmitted disease at a higher rate than in other counties. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 12:53:22 GMT)
R2-D2 portrayer's health is improving
Kenny Baker, the 3-foot-8-inch British actor who played the droid R2-D2 in Hollywood's "Star Wars" movies, is recovering from a health scare, his son said. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 12:57:18 GMT)
Out of the Gate: Cardinal Health Dips
Cardinal Health shares are slipping after a Goldman Sachs analyst took the drug distributor off a list of top stock picks because of its recent decline. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 13:58:11 GMT)
Opening Glance: Health Care Equipment
Shares of health care equipment and supply companies were mixed in early trading Monday as investors remained wary of more corporate losses after Wachovia reported disappointing quarterly results. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 14:07:31 GMT)
U.S. Health Care Not Ready for Aging Boomers, Study Finds
Millions of baby boomers are about to enter a health care system for seniors that not only isn't ready for them, but may even discourage them from getting quality care, a new study finds. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 14:53:32 GMT)
Rothmans Loses Bid to Sue Canadian Government Over Health Costs
April 14 (Bloomberg) -- A judge threw out a lawsuit by Rothmans Inc. and other tobacco companies that sought to blame the Canadian government for health-related costs incurred by British Columbia. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 15:32:55 GMT)
Health care system not ready for aging boomers
Millions of baby boomers are about to enter a health care system for seniors that not only isn’t ready for them, but may even discourage them from getting quality care. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 16:01:17 GMT)
Health Highlights: April 14, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 16:02:11 GMT)
Top mental health unit to close
A pioneering hospital treating people with complex mental health problems is to close next week. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 16:16:55 GMT)
U.S. Health System Faces Senior "Crisis"
Millions of U.S. baby boomers are about to enter a health care system for seniors that not only is not ready for them but also may even discourage them from getting quality care. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 19:30:03 GMT)
Researchers: Health Care System Not Ready for Elder Boom
Millions of baby boomers are about to enter a health care system for seniors that not only isn't ready for them, but may even discourage them from getting quality care. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 20:00:16 GMT)
Closing Glance: Health Care Stocks Slide
Shares of health care providers and service companies mostly fell Monday as the broader market edged lower after Wachovia Corp. posted disappointing quarterly results. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 20:13:04 GMT)
Japanese Pay Less for More Health Care
Japan spends half as much on health care as the U.S., yet its people have the longest healthy life expectancy. Diet and lifestyle are key, but affordable health care plays a major role. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 21:11:04 GMT)
Health system unprepared for crush of aging boomers
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Millions of baby boomers are about to enter a health-care system for seniors that not only isn't ready for them, but may even discourage them from getting high-quality care. (Mon, 14 Apr 2008 22:25:53 GMT)
Costs Soar for Mass. Health Care Law
Two years after the state's landmark health law was signed, the cracks are starting to show (Tue, 15 Apr 2008 00:09:54 GMT)
Buyout Fund Vestar Japan to Target Food, Health-Care Industries
April 15 (Bloomberg) -- Vestar Japan Advisers K.K., the local unit of the New York-based buyout firm with $7 billion in assets, plans to start investing in Japan by targeting food and health-care companies that are aiming to expand overseas. (Tue, 15 Apr 2008 01:30:38 GMT)
Attack changed college mental health systems
(AP) -- The rampage carried out nearly a year ago by a deranged Virginia Tech student who slipped through the mental health system has changed how American colleges reach out to troubled students. (Tue, 15 Apr 2008 02:18:08 GMT)
Cultural identity shown to influence mental health in adolescents
The first prospective study investigating cultural identity and mental health status among adolescents living in a culturally diverse society has revealed that there is an association between the two, and that effects differ by gender and ethnic group. (Tue, 15 Apr 2008 04:07:27 GMT)
Ethnic clothes mental health link
Teenagers from some minority groups who stick to their family customs have better mental health, a study finds. (Tue, 15 Apr 2008 08:15:50 GMT)
US health official plans for food, drug inspectors in China
U.S. food and drug regulators will start working in China next month once Beijing gives its final approval, the top U.S. health official said Tuesday. Health and Human Services Secretary Mike Leavitt said the Food and Drug Administration is planning to open... (Tue, 15 Apr 2008 12:42:07 GMT)
Crisis Ahead for Elderly Health Care?
Experts warned Monday that the United States faces a massive health care shortage that threatens to leave millions of seniors without proper health care within the next three decades. (Tue, 15 Apr 2008 14:00:03 GMT)
Opening Glance: Health Care Equipment
Shares of health care equipment and supply companies were mixed early Tuesday despite gains in the broader market after Johnson & Johnson, a bellwether of the health care products industry, said its first-quarter profit jumped 40 percent on rising sales and a slight decline in costs. (Tue, 15 Apr 2008 14:03:45 GMT)
Opening Glance: Insurers lead rising health care stocks
Shares of health care providers and service companies rose in morning trading Tuesday, with health insurers Aetna and UnitedHealth leading the way. (Tue, 15 Apr 2008 14:44:33 GMT)
US health official plans for food, drug inspectors in China
U.S. food and drug regulators will start working in China next month once Beijing gives its final approval, the top U.S. health official said Tuesday. (Tue, 15 Apr 2008 15:07:44 GMT)
Health Highlights: April 15, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Tue, 15 Apr 2008 16:01:50 GMT)
Kennedy says his recovery helps in mental health care fight
Rep. Patrick Kennedy says his personal struggles to recover from depression, alcoholism and substance abuse have made him a more compelling advocate in Congress for improved mental health care coverage. (Tue, 15 Apr 2008 18:08:58 GMT)
Consumer Watch: Chemical in food cans and baby bottles cited as health risk
A chemical used in consumer products ranging from baby bottles to food-can linings to compact discs is widely found in humans and may affect childhood development and reproduction, according to a new draft report from the National Institutes of Health. (Tue, 15 Apr 2008 19:38:39 GMT)
Closing Glance: Health care stocks rise with the market
Shares of health care providers and service companies made strong gains Tuesday, rising further than major indexes. Indexes including the Dow Jones industrial average, Nasdaq composite and Standard & Poor's were up about 0.5 percent on the day. (Tue, 15 Apr 2008 20:31:37 GMT)
Closing Glance: Health care equipment and supply shares fall
Shares of health care equipment and supply companies fell late Tuesday as investors digested mixed economic signals that included rising crude oil prices and a slight uptick in manufacturing in the New York region. (Tue, 15 Apr 2008 20:42:49 GMT)
Taiwan Takes Fast Track to Universal Health Care
About 10 years ago, Taiwan created a national health care system from scratch by adopting good ideas from other countries. Patients say they're satisfied and never go into debt for medical care. The government, however, is borrowing to finance the system. (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:25:33 GMT)
Health worker shortage prompts crisis talks
The Health and Community Services Union is in crisis talks with its members at the Launceston General Hospital (LGH) over concerns about a critical shortage of allied health professionals. (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 02:19:00 GMT)
Health service to be set up for dioxin victims
People exposed to dioxin will soon be able to get help from a specialist health support service. (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 03:57:37 GMT)
Top US health official says Indonesia endangering world
The world is less safe because Indonesia is withholding samples of the bird flu virus from the international community, the top U.S. health official said Wednesday, adding that he is hopeful the issue can be resolved soon. (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 12:34:50 GMT)
Breaking personal health records
Who owns your medical tests results and your personal health data? Such a vexing question cuts to the core of personal liberty and freedom of information. Now, researchers writing in the International Journal of Healthcare Technology and Management have introduced the notion of ownership of medical information and present a basic research model for the adoption of personal health records. (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 13:30:30 GMT)
Opening Glance: Health care equipment and supply shares rise
Shares of health care equipment and supply companies rose early Wednesday in line with the broader market as first-quarter results from JPMorgan Chase & Co., Coca-Cola Co. and Intel Corp. surpassed Wall Street's expectations. (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 14:14:45 GMT)
Opening Glance: Health stocks mixed as broader market rises
Shares of prescription benefits managers are rising in morning trading with the broader market, but other health care stocks are moving down. (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 14:52:19 GMT)
Health fair set at Reid Elementary
A health fair for children and adults will be held April 22, 2008, from 5 to 7 p.m. at G.H. Reid Elementary School, 1301 Whitehead Road in South Richmond. (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 15:47:56 GMT)
Health Highlights: April 16, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 16:02:15 GMT)
Aloha Airlines health package proposed
The children of former Aloha Airlines employees would receive temporary health insurance under a proposed legislative measure. (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 16:11:30 GMT)
Health care playpens
Federal law severely limits state and local efforts to pass sweeping health care reform legislation. But a case now... (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 16:25:03 GMT)
Documentary: Racism Harms Your Health
A new documentary series, "Unnatural Causes," asks why minorities suffer disproportionately from many health problems. The film examines research that suggests the mental strains of racism and poverty can take a direct toll on physical health. The film's producers Larry Adelman and Llew Smith discuss how inequality could be making us sick. (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 16:29:39 GMT)
Alberta unveils prescription for health care
Alberta plans to overhaul the way regional health boards and authorities operate, as part of changes unveiled Wednesday aimed at making the provincial health-care system more accessible and accountable. (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 16:31:41 GMT)
Former Senators Tackle Health Issues
Between them, they helped negotiate peace in Northern Ireland, investigated the extent of steroid use in baseball and instigated broad changes in veteran's health care. (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 20:14:21 GMT)
Researchers Warn About Companies Storing Private Health Records
Two researchers warn that the entry of big companies like Microsoft and Google into the field of electronic health records could alter the practice of clinical research and raise new challenges to privacy. (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 21:03:47 GMT)
UPI NewsTrack Health and Science News
Mature galaxies found in early cosmos ,,, Study: Obesity might cause some cancers … Laser triggers lightning in a thunderstorm … Study: Why meds don't help some epileptics ... Health/Science news from UPI. (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 21:57:28 GMT)
Sole surviving son denied health benefits post-Iraq
Forced to leave the combat zone after his two brothers died in the Iraq war, Army Spc. Jason Hubbard faced another battle once he returned home: The military cut off his family's health care, stopped his G.I. educational subsidies and wanted him to repay his sign-up bonus. (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 22:39:09 GMT)
Bush administration backs restaurants in fight over S.F. health plan
The Bush administration is backing restaurant owners in their challenge to San Francisco's groundbreaking health coverage program before a federal appeals court that will hear the case Thursday. The city created the program to provide care at a network of... (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 01:40:56 GMT)
Vital Signs: Companies on edge over health-mandate case in California
The hot-button issue of whether local and state governments can impose fees on employers that choose not to offer health insurance to their workers is boiling up again as a California court hears arguments this week that could have wide-reaching effects. (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 02:53:29 GMT)
Universal Health Care to Cost Massachusetts More Than Was Budgeted
In its first full year, universal health coverage in Massachusetts will cost the state $153.1 million more than was budgeted, according to a supplemental budget request released Monday by Gov. Deval Patrick. The state had appropriated $472 million for the fiscal year ending June 30, but enrollment in the state?s subsidized insurance programs for low- and middle-income workers exceeded ... (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 03:46:18 GMT)
Patient-Controlled Health Records Could Change Future of Research
WEDNESDAY, April 16 (HealthDay News) -- Increasing patient control of health records could dramatically change how medical research is conducted, say Children's Hospital Boston researchers. (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 03:46:25 GMT)
Former senators tackle health issues
WASHINGTON -- Between them, they helped negotiate peace in Northern Ireland, investigated the extent of steroid use in baseball and instigated broad changes in veterans' health care. (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 04:24:19 GMT)
D.C. Health Chief Focuses on Teamwork
Pierre Vigilance received his share of congratulations after being named the District's health director seven weeks ago. The good wishes came as no surprise: He would be leaving his position as Baltimore County health officer for a bigger, more visible job under a high-energy, activist mayor... (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 12:12:38 GMT)
McCain on Health Care: Cutting Costs Is Key
Both Democratic presidential candidates continue to debate their plans to cover the 47 million Americans who currently have no health insurance. But presumptive GOP nominee John McCain's plan would move the nation's health care system in a different direction. (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 12:20:32 GMT)
Opening glance: Health care equipment stocks mixed
Shares of health care equipment and supply companies were mixed early Thursday as investors reacted to a batch of disappointing first-quarter results from Merrill Lynch, Nokia, Pfizer and Sallie Mae. (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 14:08:27 GMT)
Opening Glance: IMS leads among mixed health care stocks
Shares of health care providers and service companies are mixed in morning trading, with market researcher IMS Health stock rising after the company's profit came in well ahead of expectations. (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 15:01:39 GMT)
IMS Health 1Q profit falls 31 percent on higher expenses
IMS Health, a provider of market research to the pharmaceutical and health care industries, said Thursday its first-quarter profit fell 31 percent on higher expenses. (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 15:42:29 GMT)
Health coverage proposed for children of Aloha workers
Children of former Aloha Airlines workers would get temporary health coverage under a measure that got initial approval Wednesday, and lawmakers say they also want to include recently unemployed families from other businesses. (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 15:55:35 GMT)
Health Highlights: April 17, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 16:02:13 GMT)
Personal Finance Daily: Personal Finance Daily: On edge over health-care mandates
About the only consensus we have as a nation when it comes to our health-care system is that we need to do something about it. Whether it's the 45 million or so Americans without health insurance, or those who keep paying more and more out of their own pockets for care or who put off treatments because of the cost, we all can see problems. We just don't agree on what to do. ... (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 16:09:36 GMT)
EU envisions cancer action plan by 2009: health commissioner
The European Union hopes to draw up a joint plan of action in the fight against cancer by next year, European Health Commissioner Androulla Vassiliou said Thursday. (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 17:04:21 GMT)
High-Deductible Health Plans: for Many, Too Costly
Consumer-driven health plans have larger deductibles than most uninsured households can afford. (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 20:03:01 GMT)
NYC mayor: Govt should cover 9/11 health costs
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg on Thursday called on the U.S. government to pay $150 million a year to cover medical bills for workers and residents whose health suffered due to the September 11, 2001, attacks. (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 22:47:02 GMT)
State to review canceled health insurance policies
The action, which affects thousands of Californians, is the boldest yet in dealing with companies' practice of rescinding coverage of sick policyholders. Thousands of people whose policies were canceled by California health insurers will have a chance to win back their coverage and get outstanding medical bills paid as a result of an unprecedented move announced by the Schwarzenegger ... (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 22:56:35 GMT)
Marshall Loeb's Daily Money Tip: The right health insurance for those in their 20s
About one in five adults age 19 to 29 don’t have health insurance. If you fall in that category, you might think you don’t need the extra expenditure -- after all, you’re a young, strapping specimen of good health. But you’re not invincible. (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 23:38:29 GMT)
Warning on Storage of Health Records
Two researchers warn that the entry of big companies like Microsoft and Google into the field of electronic health records could alter the practice of clinical research and raise new challenges to privacy. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 03:40:35 GMT)
State Health Care To Take Bigger Hit
After proposing about $1.1 billion in cuts to Medicaid and other health care programs, House members were stunned to learn Thursday that they are going to have to slash another $83 million. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 04:28:34 GMT)
26 to get back health coverage taken away
State regulators ordered on Thursday the immediate reinstatement of 26 health insurance policies for consumers who were wrongly stripped of them, marking the beginning of a process that could lead to restoring coverage to thousands of Californians. The... (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 04:42:09 GMT)
McCain on Health Care: Cutting Costs Is Key
Both Democratic presidential candidates continue to debate their plans to cover the 47 million Americans who currently have no health insurance. But presumptive GOP nominee John McCain's plan would move the nation's health care system in a different direction. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:14:21 GMT)
Opening Glance: Health care equipment and supply shares rise
Shares of health care equipment and supply companies mostly rose in early trading Friday in line with the broader market as first-quarter reports from Citigroup Inc. and Google Inc. alleviated some investor concern about the health of corporate profits. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:28:50 GMT)
Opening Glance: Health stocks rise with broader market
Health care stocks are moving up in morning trading, as the market rallies behind solid first-quarter results from companies including Citigroup and Google. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:51:36 GMT)
EU sees 'super bugs' as major public health challenge
Multi-drug resistant "super bugs" are one of the major challenges for public health in Europe, with action required both at a national and EU-wide level, EU Health Commissioner Androulla Vassiliou said Friday. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 15:16:24 GMT)
New Martin Health Department director named.
State officials this morning announced the appointment of Mark Chittum as the new Director of the Martin County Health Department, effective today. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 15:22:49 GMT)
Lawmakers approve major health insurance reform
A House committee approved a bill that would require health insurance firms to get prior approval for rate hikes, punish them for improper denial of claims and encourage efficiencies, despite claims from the industry that it will drive up costs. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 15:47:37 GMT)
Fla. House ponders health insurance fix
Lawmakers and Gov. Charlie Crist are trying to find a way to get coverage for more of the nearly 4 million Floridians without health insurance, but how successful they are depends on how much leeway they're willing to give insurance companies to craft low-cost plans. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 15:49:04 GMT)
State to review canceled health insurance policies
The action, which affects thousands of Californians, is the boldest yet in dealing with companies' practice of rescinding coverage of sick policyholders. Thousands of people whose policies were canceled by California health insurers will have a chance to win back their coverage and be reimbursed for outstanding medical bills, the Schwarzenegger administration announced Thursday. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 15:52:34 GMT)
Health Highlights: April 18, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 16:01:52 GMT)
Health Highlights: April 17, 2008
Title: Health Highlights: April 17, 2008 Category: Health News Created: 4/18/2008 2:00:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 4/18/2008 (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 19:23:43 GMT)
Closing Glance: Health care stocks rise in Friday trading
Shares of health care providers and service companies finished the week on a high note Friday, as first-quarter results from Citigroup Inc. and others gave the market a lift. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 20:24:35 GMT)
Closing glance: health care equipment and supply shares rise
Shares of health care equipment and supply companies mostly rose Friday as the market rallied on first-quarter results from Citigroup Inc., Caterpillar Inc. and Google Inc. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 20:50:45 GMT)
Chipotle in Kent closes after health scare
The Kent city health commissioner said it was unclear whether the Chipotle Mexican Grill on Main Street would reopen Saturday after at least 34 people, many of them Kent State University students, became ill Thursday with suspected food poisoning after eating at the restaurant. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 02:17:22 GMT)
UPI NewsTrack Health and Science News
Midwest quake rattles buildings in Chicago … Toxic chemicals found in pets … Chicago to test water for drugs … Canada to ban BPA baby bottles … Norway may halt salmon fishing season … Health/Science news from UPI. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 02:27:18 GMT)
GAO: Bush administration violated federal law in children's health insurance matter
WASHINGTON | The Bush administration violated federal law last year when it restricted states’ ability to provide health insurance to children of middle-income families, the Government Accountability Office ruled Friday. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 04:20:16 GMT)
Auditors: Administration overstepped on child health program
The Bush administration overreached last year when it limited states' ability to extend health coverage to moderate-income children, government auditors said in a letter released Friday. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 04:24:29 GMT)
Health insurance a necessity
About one in five adults age 19 to 29 don't have health insurance. If you fall in that category, you might think you don't need the extra expenditure - after all, you're a young, strapping specimen of good health. But you're not invincible. Kiplinger magazine contributing editor Erin Burt says if you're dropped by your parents' plan (usually when you graduate college or when you turn 21 in most ... (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 04:29:38 GMT)
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