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Rising prices at pump help improve health
Which costs more today, a fill-up or a checkup? Depending on the kind of vehicle you drive, it could very well be the fill-up. In fact, when asked to name the single biggest issue facing them daily, regional commuters in Pennsylvania recently cited rising gasoline prices over health care and taxes. (Sun, 10 Aug 2008 04:14:02 GMT)
Joint Health Fair Pulls Big Crowd
BILOXI, MS (WLOX) - A nationally known university teamed up with a local church to provide health screenings for South Mississippians. Saturday, the Morehouse School of Medicine and Greater St. John AME held a health fair at Edgewater Mall. (Sun, 10 Aug 2008 04:27:26 GMT)
92 Dead In Georgia Unrest - Georgia Health Min
TBILISI, Georgia (AFP)--Georgia's conflict with Russia has so far killed 92 Georgians, including 40 civilians, Health Minister Alexander Kvitashvili said Sunday. (Sun, 10 Aug 2008 12:09:42 GMT)
Health Highlights: Aug. 10, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Sun, 10 Aug 2008 13:01:28 GMT)
State seeks funding extension in health care law
BOSTON - The state has asked for another two-week extension of its federal health care funding package after federal regulators balked at Massachusetts' request for up... (Sun, 10 Aug 2008 13:13:55 GMT)
Sadler Clinic hosting mini-health fair
Sadler Health Center in downtown Carlisle is celebrating National Health Center Week by hosting a mini-health fair Wednesday. (Sun, 10 Aug 2008 13:16:46 GMT)
NH health care survey: 69 percent wash hands
Only 69 percent of New Hampshre health care workers in hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers are washing their hands -- on average. (Sun, 10 Aug 2008 14:03:00 GMT)
Boost for sexual health services
A consultant-led clinic offering treatment and advice on sexual health opens in County Durham. (Sun, 10 Aug 2008 15:14:43 GMT)
"A mental health facility is going in near my kids' daycare!"
A woman contacted Tampa Bay's 10, worried about a mental health facility that's slated to go in near her children's daycare. A spokesperson from Boley MidCounty Safe Haven said representatives talked to all neighbors about their plans, even though they're not required to by law. (Sun, 10 Aug 2008 15:54:41 GMT)
Reproductive health bill railroaded: Rufus
THE House Bill on Reproductive Health and Population Development Act of 2008 was railroaded by the House committee on health, Representative Rufus Rodriguez (2nd district, Cagayan de Oro) claimed. (Sun, 10 Aug 2008 15:58:40 GMT)
Mass. Gov. signs bill to slow health care costs
Gov. Deval Patrick has signed a bill designed to slow the state's soaring health care costs. (Sun, 10 Aug 2008 20:56:27 GMT)
Apple Health Bus for Kids will Stop in Kennewick
To help get more children insured in state-sponsored healthcare, the Apple Health for Kids Bus is coming to the Tri-Cities. (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 01:03:34 GMT)
First Private Health Trade Fair Holds in Lagos
The country’s health sector, may soon receive a major financial boost as arrangements are in top gear to hold the first private health trade fair aimed at creating a forum for healthcare providers and prospective financiers to improve the financial position of the sector. (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 02:01:53 GMT)
Eagle County wants drilling health study
GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado - Four Western Slope communities want the Bureau of Land Management to study the health effects of future oil and gas development as part of a study of resource management plan revisions. (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 02:34:18 GMT)
Health and marriage: The times they are a changin'
EAST LANSING, Mich. — The health of people who never marry is improving, narrowing the gap with their wedded counterparts, according to new research that suggests the practice of encouraging marriage to promote health may be misguided. (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 04:08:31 GMT)
Health fair set for Thursday
MAMERS — First Choice Community Health Centers will host its first Community Awareness Health & Wellness Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday at Lillington-Shawtown Elementary School, 855 Old Highway 421 in Lillington. (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 04:13:26 GMT)
Married Adults Report Better Health, But Singles Are Catching Up
For years, researchers have known that adults who have swapped rings say they are healthier than their never-married peers are. According to a recent study, though, singles are catching up when it comes to good health. (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 04:25:44 GMT)
Gov. Deval Patrick signs health bill with gifts-to-docs rules
Gov. Deval Patrick has signed a bill designed to slow the state's soaring health care costs. The law also requires pharmaceutical companies and medical device manufacturers... (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 04:29:51 GMT)
Marriage not only way to mental health
EAST LANSING, Mich., Aug. 11 (UPI) -- Happily married couples have better mental health than those never married, but U.S. researchers say single people are catching up with the couples. (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 05:12:06 GMT)
Cut health-care costs, not corners
Short of never getting sick or injured, there are some ways that consumers can save money on health care. (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 11:43:46 GMT)
Health And Marriage: The Times They Are A Changin'
The health of people who never marry is improving, narrowing the gap with their wedded counterparts, according to new research that suggests the practice of encouraging marriage to promote health may be misguided. (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 12:23:50 GMT)
Health care costs seen rising 10 percent in 2009
Health care costs are expected to rise more than 10 percent into next year, according to a survey of insurers by Aon Consulting Worldwide. (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 15:16:23 GMT)
Travelling Inuit health survey begins work in Tuktoyaktuk
Medical researchers aboard the Canadian Coast Guard icebreaker Amundsen are in remote western Arctic communities this month to continue their work on the first comprehensive survey of Inuit health in Canada. (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 15:23:14 GMT)
Survey of insurers predicts another double-digit health care cost climb in 2009
Health care costs are expected to rise more than 10 percent into next year, according to a survey of insurers by Aon Consulting Worldwide. But that increase is the smallest Aon has seen in six years. (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 15:28:30 GMT)
Mass. Gov. Signs Bill To Slow Health Care Costs
Gov. Deval Patrick has signed a bill designed to slow the state's soaring health care costs. (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 15:39:28 GMT)
Health care costs seen rising 10 percent in 2009
Health care costs are expected to rise more than 10 percent into next year, according to a survey of insurers by Aon Consulting Worldwide. But that increase is the smallest Aon has seen in six years. Experts say it shows that efforts to tame costs, such as... (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 15:50:21 GMT)
Health Highlights: Aug. 11, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 16:02:22 GMT)
Study: Health costs seen rising, but smallest growth in years
Health care costs are expected to rise more than 10% into next year, according to a survey of insurers by Aon Consulting Worldwide, but that likely won't be what the average employee faces for a premium hike next year. (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 16:03:55 GMT)
Electronic bookings reach 10 million, says Connecting for Health
Connecting for Health has announced that 10 million... (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 16:18:38 GMT)
US health secretary to make AIDS visit to Ivory Coast: embassy
The US Secretary of Health and Human Services will arrive Wednesday in Ivory Coast to visit projects fighting AIDS and other diseases, the US embassy in Abidjan said Monday. (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 18:28:42 GMT)
Health Winners & Losers: King Pharma
King Pharma was among the health care-related stocks edging higher. (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 19:35:13 GMT)
Final Glance: Health Care Equipment companies
Shares of some top health care equipment companies were mixed at the close of trading: Baxter fell $.81 or 1.1 percent, to $70.34. (Mon, 11 Aug 2008 21:46:17 GMT)
FOXSexpert: The Health Benefits of Masturbation
Despite its taboo, self-pleasuring carries many documented health benefits. (Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:16:05 GMT)
States fail to report health provider sanctions
In violation of federal law, states routinely fail to notify federal authorities when they've kicked health care providers out of their Medicaid programs for incompetence, fraud and other reasons, government investigators have found. (Tue, 12 Aug 2008 04:17:05 GMT)
Cigarette health warnings could cut teenage smoking: study
New research has found graphic health warnings on cigarette packets may help discourage teenagers from smoking. (Tue, 12 Aug 2008 04:26:25 GMT)
Weekend event to promote health
Whether you’re in search of motivation to get in shape, curious about acupuncture, interested in health screenings or just looking to kill some time this weekend, stop by the Charles R. Drew Wellness Center. The city of Columbia and the wellness center are hosting a Community Wellness Weekend Saturday and Sunday. All events are free, but a few, such as 15-minute massages, health screenings and ... (Tue, 12 Aug 2008 04:34:08 GMT)
LHC Group: The leader in home-health care
It doesn’t take a CAT scan to figure out the U.S. health-care system is sick. Companies such as LHC Group Inc. might be the prescription to help make it--as well as your portfolio--better. (Tue, 12 Aug 2008 10:19:24 GMT)
Health care costs forecast to take smaller jump
Health care costs are expected to rise more than 10 percent into next year, according to a survey of insurers by Aon Consulting Worldwide. (Tue, 12 Aug 2008 13:39:03 GMT)
Universal Health Potential Target
We regard UHS as a potentially attractive target given the potential breakup value of the company's acute and behavioral health hospital assets. (Tue, 12 Aug 2008 13:54:42 GMT)
Health fund premiums could rise
HEALTH fund premiums could rise by an extra $72 a year as a result of reforms to cut the number of people hit by a tax penalty if they don't belong to a fund. (Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:00:00 GMT)
How a Weak Economy May Be Hurting Our Health
How gloomy economic news may be affecting us physically—and what you can do to make your health more recession-resistant. (Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:58:40 GMT)
Moses Cone COO will become health system president in Florida
Glen Waters, chief operating officer with Moses Cone Health System, will leave in late September to become president of Morton Plant Mease Health Care in the Clearwater-St. Petersburg, Fla., area. (Tue, 12 Aug 2008 15:17:58 GMT)
Medical Vacations: The Retiree Health-Care Solution?
The debate over U.S. health-care reform rages on. But why wait for someone else to dictate your future? You have many options -- if you're willing to take a vacation. If recovering from a medical procedure while lying on a palm-swept beach, relaxing by the hotel pool, or shopping for terrific bargains sounds good, then medical vacations may be exactly the right solution for you. (Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:00:08 GMT)
Health Highlights: Aug. 12, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:02:02 GMT)
Va. to get $300,000 in health insurers settlement
Virginia is among a number of states receiving part of a $20 million regulatory settlement with three health insurance companies. (Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:08:44 GMT)
Public health clinic study links 'Americanization' and depression
A study of 439 U.S. and Mexican-born Latinas seeking pregnancy and postpartum services at public health clinics in San Antonio uncovered elevated levels of depression among the more "Americanized" women, report researchers from The University of Texas School of Public Health and The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in the most recent online issue of the Maternal and Child ... (Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:17:27 GMT)
Final Glance: Health Care Equipment companies
Shares of some top health care equipment companies were mixed at the close of trading: Baxter fell $.26 or .4 percent, to $70.08. (Tue, 12 Aug 2008 21:51:53 GMT)
Health Benefits Inspire a Rush to the Altar, or to Divorce Court
A poll and anecdotal data suggest more people are making major life decisions on the basis of health care concerns. (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:58:12 GMT)
Regents' vote to decide health-affairs position
Regents' vote to decide health-affairs position. (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 01:15:57 GMT)
Health benefits inspire a rush to the altar, or to divorce court
A poll and anecdotal data suggest more people are making major life decisions on the basis of health care concerns. (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 02:53:50 GMT)
Final S.F. budget cuts in health programs, pay
The mayor's office revealed on Tuesday nearly $5 million in final cuts to the San Francisco budget, most of them targeting public health programs and pay for certain union employees. Mayor Gavin Newsom signed the $6.8 billion budget late last month, but... (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 03:29:26 GMT)
Health advocate focuses on community sites
More than half a million South Texans do not have access to a family doctor, and with the cost of providing for them rising, one advocate says the state must make big changes in the way it manages the health care system. (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 03:50:01 GMT)
Childhood dairy intake may improve adolescent bone health
Cincinnati, OH, August 13, 2008—Dairy is recognized as a key component of a healthy, balanced diet. However, until recently it was unclear how long-term dairy intake contributes to the many aspects of bone health in children, including bone density, bone mineral content, and bone area. (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:08:21 GMT)
Veteran Sweeney tries to prove health
Veteran Sweeney tries to prove health (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:26:06 GMT)
Project tackles health care issues
Irecently met with Mandy Nichols, director of health care policy for the Arc of Massachusetts, formerly the Massachusetts Association for Retarded Citizens. She spoke about a new project she is overseeing to improve health care access for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:29:37 GMT)
Health Benefits Inspire Rush to Marry, or Divorce
With health insurance out of reach for many, obtaining coverage is factoring into the decision for more couples. (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 07:25:04 GMT)
Candidates' Health Care Plans: Private Vs. Public
Perhaps no other issue divides McCain and Obama as much as health care. McCain would give everyone a tax credit to help pay for private coverage. Obama would create a federal plan for those without employer-provided coverage and offer a subsidy for those who can't pay for it. (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:42:43 GMT)
Many Hispanics Shut Out of U.S. Health Care System
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 13 (HealthDay News) -- An estimated 25 percent of Hispanics in the United States don't have a regular health care provider to treat their medical needs. (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:01:18 GMT)
Toronto stocks lower on financials, health stocks
Toronto Stock Exchange's main index opened lower on Wednesday, weighed down by the financials and health-care stocks. But investors awaited U.S. crude oil inventory data for further market direction. (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:57:06 GMT)
Calling time - clock man wound up as a health and safety risk
Time is called on a family of clock winders after 150 years on health and safety grounds. (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:59:30 GMT)
Some couples marrying for health insurance
NEW YORK, Aug. 13 (UPI) -- A health policy research group says a poll it conducted this spring indicates health insurance is the reason some U.S. residents are getting married. (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:35:35 GMT)
Many Hispanics Shut Out of U.S. Health Care System
Copyright © 2008 ScoutNews LLC. All rights reserved. WEDNESDAY, Aug. 13 (HealthDay News) -- An estimated 25 percent of Hispanics in the United States don't have a regular health care provider to treat their medical needs. (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:52:55 GMT)
Health Highlights: Aug. 13, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 16:01:50 GMT)
Final S.F. budget cuts in health programs, pay
The mayor's office revealed on Tuesday nearly $5 million in final cuts to the San Francisco budget, most of them targeting public health programs and pay for certain union employees. Mayor Gavin Newsom signed the $6.8 billion budget late last month, but... (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 16:16:13 GMT)
Model health checks abandoned
An idea to force models to produce health certificates at London Fashion Week has been ruled out a year after being recommended. (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:30:02 GMT)
What You Need To Know About Student Health Insurance
Before heading off to college, read up on health insurance plans. (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 20:03:25 GMT)
One abortion no threat to mental health: group
Women who have a single abortion do not have a higher risk of mental health problems such as depression than women who have their babies, the American Psychological Association reported on Wednesday. (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 20:59:50 GMT)
UPI NewsTrack Health and Science News
Scientist warns of mass ocean extinctions ... Origin of brain tumors in children found ... Study determines why chili peppers are hot ... Hepatitis B 'nanovaccine' is developed ... Health/Science news from UPI. (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 21:50:42 GMT)
Final Glance: Health Care Equipment companies
Shares of some top health care equipment companies were mixed at the close of trading: Baxter fell $.40 or .6 percent, to $69.68. (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 21:54:08 GMT)
Sick Building Syndrome: Healing Health Facilities
Innovative strategies improve air quality inside health care facilities so that patients don't end up sicker than when they arrived (Wed, 13 Aug 2008 22:59:34 GMT)
Laid-off workers who lose health insurance have options
Workers losing job-linked health insurance have options Andrea Hannegan of Margate lost her job at a medical imaging firm about a month ago. Besides the loss of income, she's now paying $417 a month to continue her health insurance. (Thu, 14 Aug 2008 04:00:55 GMT)
From BBC Health
The tests that can check your sexual health (Thu, 14 Aug 2008 08:08:25 GMT)
Health Insurers Hedge Their Bets
For managed-care organizations (MCOs), which footed the bill for roughly 34% of U.S. health care spending in 2007, health-care reform presents uncertainty and opportunity. Proposals now being debated in Washington and the different states aren't affecting near-term business, says Phillip Seligman, a Standard & Poor's equity analyst who follows MCOs. Nor are MCOs currently incorporating reform ... (Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:08:45 GMT)
R.I. health officials recommend closing 2 beaches
Health officials have warned swimmers to avoid beaches in Bristol and North Kingstown due to high bacteria counts. (Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:57:24 GMT)
Argentine: Obesity covered by health providers
Argentine senators have approved a bill declaring obesity and other eating disorders diseases covered by the nation's public and private health care programs. (Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:04:55 GMT)
Psychologists show new ways to deal with health challenges in space
( American Psychological Association ) As NASA prepares to send humans back to the moon and then on to Mars, psychologists are exploring the challenges astronauts will face on missions that will be much longer and more demanding than previous space flights. Psychologists outlined these mental health challenges Thursday at the American Psychological Association's 116th Annual Convention, and ... (Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:13:38 GMT)
Health care premiums rising for smoking SC employees
State employees who smoke will be paying more for their health insurance, but not until 2010. The Budget and Control Board on Thursday voted 3-2 to impose a $25 per month surcharge for health insurance for state employees who smoke. The increase won't take effect until Jan. 1, 2010. The state's health plan operates on a calendar year and a majority of the board said it would be too hard to ... (Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:58:44 GMT)
Health Highlights: Aug. 14, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Thu, 14 Aug 2008 16:02:49 GMT)
Health Tip: Help Control Irritable Bowel
(HealthDay News) -- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic illness of the digestive tract. There are two main types: Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services says. (Thu, 14 Aug 2008 16:02:54 GMT)
To The Moon And Mars: Psychologists Show New Ways To Deal With Health Challenges In Space
As NASA prepares to send humans back to the moon and then on to Mars, psychologists are exploring the challenges astronauts will face on missions that will be much longer and more demanding than previous space flights. Psychologists outlined these mental health challenges at the American Psychological Association's 116th Annual Convention, and introduced a new interactive computer program that ... (Thu, 14 Aug 2008 16:19:54 GMT)
Sell Energy, Buy Health
Bruce Berkowitz is shaking up his portfolio dramatically. The manager of top-performing Fairholme fund (symbol FAIRX ) has drastically cut the fund's stake in commodities and correspondingly raised its weighting in downtrodden health-care stocks. (Thu, 14 Aug 2008 20:08:38 GMT)
Multiple deployments raise mental health risks
Multiple combat deployments to Iraq are increasing serious mental health problems among soldiers, triggering drug and alcohol abuse and contributing to record suicide levels, suggest reports out Thursday at the American Psychological Association meeting in Boston. (Thu, 14 Aug 2008 20:57:44 GMT)
States won't be sanctioned over kids' health insurance
Reversing itself, the Bush administration said Thursday that states for now won't be penalized for failing to install restrictions making it harder for middle-income children to participate in a federal-state health insurance program. (Thu, 14 Aug 2008 21:01:39 GMT)
Childhood Dairy Intake Boosts Bone Health Later On
THURSDAY, Aug. 14 (HealthDay News) -- Having two or more servings of dairy products a day starting as a preschooler may lead to better bone health as an adolescent, a new report says. (Thu, 14 Aug 2008 21:02:10 GMT)
Employers' Back-room Haggling Sets Stage For 2009 Health Plans
Employers' Back-room Haggling Sets Stage For 2009 Health Plans (Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:38:51 GMT)
No link between abortion and mental health
BOSTON, Aug. 14 (UPI) -- The American Psychological Association said it has found no evidence that abortion causes mental health problems for women. (Fri, 15 Aug 2008 03:07:05 GMT)
Children?s Health Insurance Decision
Reversing itself, the Bush administration said that states would not be penalized right now for failing to change a federal-state health insurance program to make it harder for middle-income children to enroll. (Fri, 15 Aug 2008 03:08:41 GMT)
Tongjitang CFO Wang resigns due to health concerns
Tongjitang Chinese Medicines Co., a Chinese specialty pharmaceutical company, said Friday its chief financial officer resigned due to health reasons. (Fri, 15 Aug 2008 12:46:56 GMT)
U.S. Health System Is Falling Behind
Health care in the United States is far from what it should be. We rank below most highly developed nations, despite spending twice what they do. (Fri, 15 Aug 2008 13:15:10 GMT)
Health insurance premiums have doubled
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (UPI) -- While the price of gas gets the headlines, the price of health insurance premiums has gone up by 100 percent since 1996, U.S. health officials said. (Fri, 15 Aug 2008 15:34:57 GMT)
Health Highlights: Aug. 15, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Fri, 15 Aug 2008 16:01:33 GMT)
Personal Finance Daily: Seeking to keep employer-based health care plans fit
Follow the battle for your health-care price tag, learn the science of saving gasoline, and find out how to keep burglars away without getting robbed yourself, all in today's Personal Finance section. (Fri, 15 Aug 2008 16:02:09 GMT)
State quashes sale of Anaheim Memorial Medical Center to Pacific Health
The attorney general's office cites factors including 'pending criminal investigations' and a civil complaint. The latest deal to sell Anaheim Memorial Medical Center collapsed Thursday when state officials nixed its $57-million purchase by Pacific Health Corp., which faces allegations that it defrauded Medicare and Medi-Cal. (Fri, 15 Aug 2008 16:46:52 GMT)
Largest NJ health insurer wants for-profit status
New Jersey's largest health insurer wants to make a buck. Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey filed an application Friday to become a for-profit company. Horizon has 3.6 million members. (Fri, 15 Aug 2008 18:00:36 GMT)
Study Probes Internet Health-Related Search Patterns
FRIDAY, Aug. 15 (HealthDay News) -- A new study says Google Trends has a potential as a scientific research tool that may help people better understand how the public uses the Web to find health information. (Fri, 15 Aug 2008 20:02:22 GMT)
Study Probes Internet Health-Related Search Patterns
Copyright © 2008 ScoutNews LLC. All rights reserved. FRIDAY, Aug. 15 (HealthDay News) -- A new study says Google Trends has a potential as a scientific research tool that may help people better understand how the public uses the Web to find health information. (Fri, 15 Aug 2008 21:44:16 GMT)
Final Glance: Health Care Equipment companies
Shares of some top health care equipment companies were mixed at the close of trading: Baxter rose $.23 or .3 percent, to $69.97. (Fri, 15 Aug 2008 21:47:02 GMT)
RI health dept says all beaches open for swimming
All monitored beaches in Rhode Island are again open for swimming. The state health department on Friday recommended reopening Bristol Town Beach in Bristol and Camp Grosvenor Beach in North Kingstown. Both had been closed because of high bacteria counts. (Fri, 15 Aug 2008 22:12:47 GMT)
Photos Reveal Health Concerns at Clayton Co. Jail
CLAYTON COUNTY, Ga. (MyFOX Atlanta) – Health department officials have raised concerns about health concerns inside the Clayton County jail. Photographs taken by health officials show the areas of concern. The Clayton County Commission Chairman said he will meet with health officials who took the photographs next week. The Clayton County Health Department gave the jail kitchen low marks on an ... (Sat, 16 Aug 2008 03:53:51 GMT)
UPI NewsTrack Health and Science News
Rare beetle killing So. Calif. oak trees ... Bering glacier melting at a faster rate ... California declares victory over Medflies ... Wolf bones show environment change ... Health/Science news from UPI. (Sat, 16 Aug 2008 04:07:05 GMT)
Mold detected in Kansas health department laboratory
From the What-Are-The-Odds? Department: The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has temporarily suspended operations of the Health and Environment Laboratories at Forbes Field in Topeka. (Sat, 16 Aug 2008 04:08:34 GMT)
McCain's health insurance plan: More radical than Democrats'?
Democratic health care proposals may have gotten more attention during the primaries, but Republican John McCain's plan just might be more revolutionary. (Sat, 16 Aug 2008 05:02:15 GMT)
No rush to find new Eastern Health boss: premier
Some time could pass before a new chief executive officer is appointed to lead the St. John's-based health authority at the centre of a judicial inquiry into flawed cancer tests, Premier Danny Williams says. (Sat, 16 Aug 2008 11:16:19 GMT)
Zambo health officials probe 'severe type' of pneumonia
Zamboanga City’s health office was reported to be studying a severe type of pneumonia among its residents. 1,500 patients suspected to be affected by the severe pneumonia were subjected to series of tests by the Department of Health. (Sat, 16 Aug 2008 12:40:47 GMT)
Health care feeling pressure
The resignation of Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital's top executive comes during a precarious period for health care in Sonoma County. In particular, hospitals and doctors are being squeezed both by Kaiser and low reimbursements. (Sat, 16 Aug 2008 12:52:21 GMT)
Health Highlights: Aug. 16, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Sat, 16 Aug 2008 13:01:05 GMT)
Large turnout expected for annual valley health fairs
More than 5,000 people are expected to receive free health screenings Sunday at the annual Kaiser Permanente Neighbors in Health fairs. (Sat, 16 Aug 2008 14:17:04 GMT)
The MAG: One Life - Tom Dixon advocated for mental health
Thomas Patrick Dixon brought an understanding of mental health to Sudbury and tirelessly advocated for mental health facilities. Tom was born in Sudbury in 1916 to Dr. John Dixon and Agatha Dixon, one of 12 children. His father was a surgeon at St. Joseph's Hospital. Tom attended Sudbury [...] (Sat, 16 Aug 2008 15:42:02 GMT)
Free health screenings today at Peachtree Mall
There is still time to have a variety of health screenings today at Peachtree Mall in Columbus during the 3rd Annual M. Delmar Edwards Men's Health Awareness Day at Peachtree Mall. (Sat, 16 Aug 2008 15:42:48 GMT)
Health fair welcomes senior adults
Next Wednesday, the Madison Jobe Senior Center will hold its 15th Annual Senior Health and Fitness Fair. (Sat, 16 Aug 2008 16:10:00 GMT)
Health chief attacks drug giants over huge profits
The drugs industry is overpricing vital new medicines to boost its profits, the chair of the health watchdog Nice warns today in an explosive intervention into the debate over NHS rationing. (Sat, 16 Aug 2008 23:13:06 GMT)
State consumer hot line can help with health-insurance complaints
It happens to a lot of us: Our health-insurance company sends us a letter saying a test or service our doctor ordered isn't covered. We've paid our premiums, so what's the deal? We call the company and go through an appeals process only to find that our claim has been denied again. So what's next? The Ohio Department of Insurance says its consumer hot line is one way to get help. (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 01:27:33 GMT)
Mental Health and Rural Communities in Spotlight
Like all parts of New Zealand, rural families and communities experience a diverse range of health and wellbeing issues Statistical and anecdotal evidence indicates that the many pressures faced by farmers and their families can, and does often take a toll on their mental and physical health. (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 01:54:38 GMT)
Alta. health region waits for word on what made two babies very sick
LETHBRIDGE, Alta. - An official with an Alberta health region where two newborn babies became very sick says there's no link between the cases, and it appears they happened by coincidence. (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 01:57:31 GMT)
Health center hosts annual fair
WORCESTER - For Frances M. Anthes, president of the Family Health Center of Worcester, one of the most important aspects of the center is that it has been a "thread of continuity" for generations of families through the years. (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 02:01:34 GMT)
health scene
HEALTH SCENEHealth Scene includes free and low-cost East Bay classes, screenings and events. Submit items by noon Tuesday for publication the following week. (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 02:05:59 GMT)
Health authorities, naalarma sa patuloy na pagtaas ng kaso ng rabies
Nababahala na ang health authorities sa patuloy na pagtaas ng kaso ng Rabies sa buong Eastern Visayas. Sa bagong bilang na inilabas ng Regional Office ng Department of Health umaabot... (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 02:28:57 GMT)
State workers retiring early because of health-insurance costs
Linda Folcarelli loves her state job too much to leave. But she loves her state health benefits too much to stay. (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 02:46:05 GMT)
City Finances: Health care costs bust budget
Columbia City Council members will make an adjustment of at least $10 million to the city’s budget this week, mostly to cover a shortage in its employees’ health insurance fund. But moving money from one budget account to another to cover the shortfall won’t fix the underlying problem of escalating health care costs and the lax accounting procedures that got the city in this position, council ... (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 04:11:21 GMT)
Health questions linger after state study on Fort Lauderdale trash incinerator
Analysts question state research on Lauderdale neighborhood and its conclusions A state study that found few links between toxic ashes from the Wingate trash incinerator and health problems in nearby neighborhoods downplayed important data, according to several health experts who worked on the survey. (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 07:09:00 GMT)
ST. JOHN AND ASCENSION HEALTH: St. John CEO says health systems can help heal Michigan
A year into her job as CEO of St. John Health, Patricia Maryland sees Michigan's hospital systems as key partners in fixing what is ailing Michigan and so many of its communities. (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 07:37:22 GMT)
Health advocates lead QC anti-smoking run
Health advocates led a marathon in Quezon City on Sunday to call for the urgent passage of a bill calling for picture-based health warnings in cigarette packs. (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 10:23:45 GMT)
Women’s health day excels on info, falls short in participation
If a community gets together to support women’s health awareness and no one hears them, do they still make a sound? (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 13:43:16 GMT)
RI workers retiring early citing health care costs
Hundreds of state workers in Rhode Island are opting to retire early rather than pay higher health care costs. (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 14:12:40 GMT)
Kaiser health fairs held today in Modesto, Manteca, Stockton
More than 5,000 people are expected to receive free health screenings today at the annual Kaiser Permanente Neighbors in Health fairs. The fairs will be from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in three cities: (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 14:47:06 GMT)
Health Highlights: Aug. 17, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 16:01:36 GMT)
'Reproductive health bill not the answer'
Archbishop of Cebu Ricardo Cardinal Vidal has rejected the Reproductive Health Bill as the answer to poverty. In a homily during Mass at the Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral Thursday night, Vidal said the people would not be freed from poverty once Congress passes the bill. (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 16:10:08 GMT)
Proposed changes to state health insurance programs face fight
Group protests controversial state waiver to limit public programs for low-income families A nonprofit health care advocacy group is protesting potential changes to Utah's public health insurance programs that it says could limit coverage choices for low-income families. (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 16:14:38 GMT)
Country Heights unit plans to export 'health sanctuaries' (Business Times
GOLDEN Horse Palace Bhd (GHPB), a subsidiary of property group Country Heights Holding Bhd (CHHB), plans to duplicate its business of operating a health sanctuary alongside a hotel, in Vietnam, China and Indonesia in the next two years. (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 16:33:04 GMT)
Study reveals work force mental health impact
A Queensland study has found mental health problems affect about 15 per cent of the work force. (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 22:45:00 GMT)
Abortion does not harm mental health, says study
Women do not put their mental health at risk by having an abortion, according to an authoritative study that will undermine the campaign to tighten the UK's abortion laws. (Sun, 17 Aug 2008 23:11:19 GMT)
Drugs, mental health and the justice system
At a forum on the justice system's treatment of mental health and drug use, defense lawyer Leonard Martinez said Sunday that he wouldn't mind being put out of business if it meant the war on drugs would end. (Mon, 18 Aug 2008 02:35:18 GMT)
Health Calendar August 18
CELIAC DISEASE: Wendell K. Clarkston discusses the diagnosis and treatment of celiac disease as well as information on long term risks associated with the disease and how it is a common cause of intestinal disorders. Sponsored by Saint Luke’s Health System. 10-11 a.m. Aug. 19, St. Luke’s South Hospital, 12300 Metcalf, Overland Park. www.saintlukeshealthsystem.org (816-932-6220, ... (Mon, 18 Aug 2008 03:34:40 GMT)
Analysis: Nixon makes health care key campaign issue
As unemployment rises, gas prices climb and the mortgage crisis deepens, Jay Nixon is betting that health care is the problem that Missouri's next governor can actually address. (Mon, 18 Aug 2008 04:08:27 GMT)
Chattanooga: Tough economy worsens sting of out-of-pocket health costs
A tough economy and a continuing trend toward high-deductible health insurance plans — which can require thousands in out-of-pocket expenses before full coverage kicks in — appear to be leading some patients to scrimp on medical care and delay doctors’ visits, local physicians and practice managers say. (Mon, 18 Aug 2008 04:09:27 GMT)
Health-care system not working for children
That children should have access to medical care seems like a given in public-policy debates about reforming the nation's health-care system. (Mon, 18 Aug 2008 04:17:13 GMT)
Analysis: Nixon makes health care key campaign issue
As unemployment rises, gas prices climb and the mortgage crisis deepens, Jay Nixon is betting that health care is the problem that Missouri’s next governor can actually address. (Mon, 18 Aug 2008 04:19:31 GMT)
Brazilian gov't happy kidnapped Vietnamese diplomat in good health
Brazil's government said Sunday it was delighted to hear that a Vietnamese diplomat who had escaped kidnappers the day before was in good health. In a statement, the Brazilian Foreign Ministry said Sunday afternoon that it had been informed that Vu Thanh Nam, an official from the Vietnamese Embassy to Brazil, had returned to his hotel without injuries. The statement said "when being informed on ... (Mon, 18 Aug 2008 04:32:10 GMT)
Health Insurers Hedge Their Bets
Managed-care providers UnitedHealth and Aetna, eyeing the specter of health-care reform, are diversifying into new markets and product lines (Mon, 18 Aug 2008 10:09:52 GMT)
In-store health clinics battle perception issues
Widespread acceptance of in-store health clinics appears to be slow, with many consumers reporting skepticism about the idea of getting a checkup where they also get their groceries. (Mon, 18 Aug 2008 11:41:28 GMT)
Football help for mental health
A Derbyshire football team set up to help people with mental health problems are featured on the FA website. (Mon, 18 Aug 2008 13:26:32 GMT)
Perrigo 4Q profit up on consumer health care sales
Pharmaceuticals company Perrigo Co. said Monday its fiscal fourth-quarter profit rose 46 percent on a jump in demand for its consumer health care products. (Mon, 18 Aug 2008 13:43:55 GMT)
McCain Outlines Veterans' Health Care Plan
(RTTNews) - Presidential hopeful John McCain outlined a proposal for a health care card for veterans Monday, offering veterans the option of receiving health care outside of the VA system. (Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:46:47 GMT)
Doctors confirm support for public health care
A group of doctors from across Canada is calling on the Canadian Medical Association to support reforms that would strengthen Canada's public health care system. (Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:57:25 GMT)
Canadian attitudes towards mental health not pretty
The Canadian Medical Association is painting a portrait of Canadians' attitudes towards mental health, and the picture is not pretty. (Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:59:16 GMT)
Sweeney declared 'Health Hero'
Senate Majority Leader Steve Sweeney has been awarded the “Community Health Hero” award by Community Health Care, Inc. The award ceremony took place as part of their celebration of National Health Center Week (Aug. 10-16). (Mon, 18 Aug 2008 15:31:47 GMT)
Health Highlights: Aug. 18, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Mon, 18 Aug 2008 16:01:51 GMT)
Journal Series Shows New Orleans' Health Care System Recovering
The number of physicians per capita in the New Orleans region has exceeded the national average, a sign that medical professionals say indicates the area's health care system is recovering, according to a report published Friday in the American Journal of the Medical Sciences, the New Orleans Times-Picayune reports. The report finds that the number of physicians in Orleans, St. (Mon, 18 Aug 2008 16:02:04 GMT)
Zambian leader's health worsens
The health of Zambian President Levy Mwanawasa suddenly deteriorates, officials say. (Mon, 18 Aug 2008 19:51:02 GMT)
Japanese Foot Pad Is Latest Health Fad
The newest craze in consumer health is adhesive pads filled with "detox" herbs that supposedly suck toxins out of the bottom of our feet while we sleep. An analysis at a California laboratory shows no significant difference between used and unused pads. (Mon, 18 Aug 2008 20:45:15 GMT)
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