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Home Health-care Devices Help Patients Stay out of the Hospital
How it works: Various technologies enable patients to exchange health information with caregivers. (Fri, 01 May 2009 00:00:14 GMT)
Health visitor 'postcode lottery'
There are "huge variations" in the access young children and their parents have to health visitors across England, campaigners say. (Fri, 01 May 2009 00:02:53 GMT)
Watchdog gives World Bank mixed review on health
The World Bank's internal watchdog group on Thursday gave the poverty-fighting agency a mixed review for its efforts to improve health in poor countries and gave it low marks for its work in Africa. (Fri, 01 May 2009 02:47:20 GMT)
U.S. health data czar sees role for government hand
Electronic health records need a nudge from the government if the technology is to become widespread, the nation's new health information technology czar said on Thursday. (Fri, 01 May 2009 02:49:08 GMT)
AP: Mexico health chief optimistic; more US cases
Mexico's top medical officer voiced optimism Thursday that swine flu has slowed in the nation hardest hit by the virus, but the World Health Organization cautioned there is no evidence the worst of the global outbreak is over. (Fri, 01 May 2009 04:07:49 GMT)
AP: Mexico health chief optimistic; more US cases
Mexico's top medical officer voiced optimism Thursday that swine flu has slowed in the nation hardest hit by the virus, but the World Health Organization cautioned there is no evidence the worst of the global outbreak is over. (Fri, 01 May 2009 06:08:34 GMT)
Teens Smoke Pot to Cope With Stress, Health Problems
Many adolescents who smoke marijuana aren't trying to get high, but are instead using pot as a way to cope with their mental and physical health problems, Canadian researchers report. (Fri, 01 May 2009 13:27:59 GMT)
Finding Health Insurance for College Students
Coverage under their parents? policy for full-time college students is no longer a given, but there are other ways to make sure a child has adequate health insurance. (Fri, 01 May 2009 15:25:13 GMT)
Can Congress Make Health-Care Reform Pay for Itself?
Though fixing health care promises long-term savings, in the short term it will be costly. Finding the money will be a political challenge (Fri, 01 May 2009 15:58:18 GMT)
Top Mexican Health Official Faults WHO
A top Mexican medical officer accused the World Health Organization of being slow to respond to the country's warning about a health crisis that turned into a global swine flu scare. The WHO disputed the claim. (Fri, 01 May 2009 16:00:01 GMT)
Health Highlights: May 1, 2009
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Fri, 01 May 2009 16:04:34 GMT)
Top Mexican Health Official Faults WHO
A top Mexican medical officer accused the World Health Organization of being slow to respond to the country's warning about a health crisis that turned into a global swine flu scare. The WHO disputed the claim. (Fri, 01 May 2009 19:30:04 GMT)
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Flu pandemic could overload U.S. health system
A rapidly spreading flu outbreak may quickly overload a U.S. health system already straining from hospital closures, cuts in public health funding, a nursing shortage and too many uninsured patients, health experts said on Friday. (Fri, 01 May 2009 20:25:39 GMT)
Final Glance: Health Care Equipment companies
Shares of some top health care equipment companies were mixed at the close of trading: Becton Dickinson rose $.70 or 1.2 percent, to $61.18. (Fri, 01 May 2009 21:54:57 GMT)
Hundreds rally for universal health care
The contention that "health care is a human right" brought hundreds of people to the Statehouse steps on Friday to demand that Vermont implement universal health care coverage. (Fri, 01 May 2009 23:24:49 GMT)
UPI NewsTrack Health and Science News
Officials concerned over flu potential ... FDA: Stop using Hydroxycut products ... Folic acid may lessen allergies, asthma ... Better educated people choose better diets ... Health/Science news from UPI. (Sat, 02 May 2009 03:19:00 GMT)
Are our health agencies ready?
County public health departments are the nation's first line of defense against the spread of infectious disease, and the emergency response plans these agencies developed over the past several years are holding up well under the strain of the swine flu... (Sat, 02 May 2009 04:10:05 GMT)
Private health scans warning
Health charities and government advisers say they have concerns about private medical screening claiming to detect early signs of several diseases. (Sat, 02 May 2009 05:06:23 GMT)
County health agency isn't crisis-ready
The Maricopa County Department of Public Health is chronically underfunded and unprepared for a full-fledged public-health emergency. The swine-flu outbreak has tested the agency's ability to respond to a pandemic. (Sat, 02 May 2009 07:26:41 GMT)
ASU downtown to offer master's in public health
Arizona State University officials plan to revive a graduate public-health program that would bring as many as 60 additional students to ASU's downtown Phoenix campus. (Sat, 02 May 2009 08:21:40 GMT)
Florida declares swine-flu health emergency
Florida confirmed its first cases of swine flu in two children from Lee and Broward counties Friday and declared a public-health emergency. The schools the two children attend have canceled classes as a precaution. (Sat, 02 May 2009 13:19:40 GMT)
As you were, says health chief after stockpile warning
QUEENSLAND'S chief health officer has backed away from her advice urging Queenslanders to stockpile food in preparation for an outbreak of swine flu. (Sat, 02 May 2009 14:21:30 GMT)
West Milwaukee to consider creating Board of Health
West Milwaukee - The Village Board on Monday will discuss whether to create a Board of Health. (Sat, 02 May 2009 14:42:44 GMT)
ASEAN health ministers to talk flu
The Philippines will chair next week's meeting of ASEAN health ministers who are hoping to craft a 'collective response' to swine flu. (Sat, 02 May 2009 15:56:26 GMT)
Health officials confirm second case of swine flu in Quebec
MONTREAL - Health officials in Quebec have confirmed a new case of swine flu bringing the total number of confirmed cases in Canada to 52. (Sat, 02 May 2009 16:17:00 GMT)
A Public Health Plan Can Lower Costs, Foster Ideas
I have baseball on my mind: It is spring, the teams are on the field, the season has begun. It seems to me that winning the health-care debate is a lot like the Chicago Cubs' winning the World Series—it hasn't happened in forever, and some proponents are hearing the same old refrain of "Wait till next year." (Sat, 02 May 2009 19:52:52 GMT)
Government Can't Solve Our Health Care Problems
I hear loud and clear from people in my state, and from across the country, what they want to see in health care. They want it to cost less, have the highest quality and see that it extends to all Americans—even when they lose their job or when they're sick. Republicans agree. So do Democrats. Where we disagree is how to get the job done. (Sat, 02 May 2009 19:53:02 GMT)
Flu outbreak could have started in US: health official
A US health official on Saturday did not rule out the possibility that the A(H1N1) influenza virus outbreak may have originated in California. (Sat, 02 May 2009 23:31:25 GMT)
Mexico Health Min: 19 Flu Deaths Confirmed, Plus 473 Infected
MEXICO CITY -(Dow Jones)- Mexican Health Minister Jose Angel Cordova said Saturday the number of confirmed cases of people in Mexico infected with a new influenza virus has risen to 473, including 19 people who died. (Sun, 03 May 2009 01:56:13 GMT)
Are resource-strapped Valley health officials prepared to fight a new flu bug?
The swine-flu threat couldn't come at a worse time for the central San Joaquin Valley, where public-health workers have struggled for resources in the recession. But they have a plan. (Sun, 03 May 2009 02:26:52 GMT)
Rally calls attention to health care plight
William McNary took hold of the bullhorn. "What do we want?" The crowed replied, "Health care!" (Sun, 03 May 2009 02:46:57 GMT)
Health Commissioner: No Swine Flu In Philadelphia
Health Commissioner Donald F. Schwarz said there are still no confirmed cases of swine flu in Philadelphia in a press conference Saturday afternoon. (Sun, 03 May 2009 03:50:11 GMT)
New health ratings cause restaurant controversy
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC 4 News) - By now you've heard of the new website that allows you to check out the health inspections of your favorite restaurants. While web... (Sun, 03 May 2009 03:58:47 GMT)
Health care reform effort gearing up
WASHINGTON—The drive to draft and enact comprehensive health care reform legislation is on track, the chairman of the Senate Finance Committee said. (Sun, 03 May 2009 04:05:17 GMT)
Health officials urge vigilance amid encouraging signs
Despite encouraging signs that the swine flu epidemic has leveled off in Mexico and remains relatively mild in the United States, health officials warned yesterday against complacency, saying it is too soon to rule out more serious consequences. (Sun, 03 May 2009 04:24:34 GMT)
Health experts gauge flu outbreak
As the number of swine flu cases in Mexico wanes and rises, experts are being forced to walk a public health tightrope -- if they push their message too far and the virus fizzles out, they could lose credibility. But if they back off and it suddenly surges, they will be blamed. (Sun, 03 May 2009 07:45:27 GMT)
Health experts gauge swine flu outbreak
Health experts walked a tightrope Sunday, unsure whether the swine flu epidemic was starting to fizzle out or was just in a lull before another surge. Germany reported two more confirmed cases, and Hong Kong kept 350 people under quarantine in a downtown hotel as a precaution. (Sun, 03 May 2009 10:53:44 GMT)
Swine flu? Orange health officials still not sure
Health officials say they still don't know whether a 14-year-old girl who became ill while visiting Orange County had swine flu. (Sun, 03 May 2009 12:28:02 GMT)
Health groups in US firing line
Efforts by the Obama Administration to restrain the growth in health-care costs as part of its fundamental reforms of the $US2 trillion industry could hit the profitability of Australian companies operating in the United States, according to a Credit Suisse analysis. (Sun, 03 May 2009 13:38:28 GMT)
Politics play big role in world health decisions
At the U.N. agency spearheading the fight against swine flu, key decisions are based on more than just health issues — politics plays a big role, too. (Sun, 03 May 2009 15:31:39 GMT)
Mexican health secretary: Swine flu epidemic on the decline
MEXICO CITY - Mexico's health secretary says the swine flu epidemic in his country "is in its declining phase." Jose Angel Cordova said Sunday that Mexico's swine flu death toll remains at 19, and that the number of confirmed cases has increased slightly, from 473 to 506, including the dead. (Sun, 03 May 2009 15:42:27 GMT)
Mexico Health Minister: Flu Epidemic In Descent
MEXICO CITY -(Dow Jones)- Mexican Health Minister Jose Angel Cordova said Sunday that the outbreak of a new influenza virus that has killed at least 19 people in Mexico has entered a descent phase, but he warned against relaxing preventive measures. (Sun, 03 May 2009 15:56:26 GMT)
Pharmacists eye greater health-care role
The Government is considering letting pharmacies play a greater role in the health system, as pharmacists call for more responsibility in tending to the sick. (Sun, 03 May 2009 16:20:01 GMT)
Free health screening for the homeless today in Portland
Students from Oregon Health Science University's medical, nursing, physician assistant and pharmacy schools will offer basic health screenings for Portland's homeless population from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. today at O'Bryant Park Square, 808 S.W. Stark Street.... (Sun, 03 May 2009 16:20:09 GMT)
We can't resist those fried foods, health aside
Turns out we all really do love fried food and will keep on indulging in it no matter how much we get lectured about health and wellness. (Sun, 03 May 2009 17:52:43 GMT)
Philips Said to Have Bought Traxtal, Boosting Health-Care Unit
May 3 (Bloomberg) -- Royal Philips Electronics NV , the world’s largest maker of patient-monitoring systems, acquired Traxtal Inc. to expand its health-care business, a person familiar with the matter said. (Sun, 03 May 2009 21:30:08 GMT)
Health officials in Nova Scotia report two new cases of swine flu
HALIFAX, N.S. - The number of swine flu cases in Nova Scotia continued to grow on the weekend as health officials confirmed 17 new cases on Saturday and another two on Sunday, bringing the province's total to 33 - the highest in Canada. (Mon, 04 May 2009 01:55:00 GMT)
Amateur chefs serve feast for men's health
Amateur chefs serve feast for men's health (Mon, 04 May 2009 02:19:27 GMT)
Qld Health phone line flooded with flu calls
Queensland Health says there has been a spike in calls from the public seeking information about swine flu and related illnesses. (Mon, 04 May 2009 03:01:38 GMT)
Health Officials Are Wary but Hopeful
With four Washington area schools closed over the swine flu outbreak and the region bracing for another tense week of flu news, top health officials here and abroad projected yesterday a cautious optimism that the new virus is not as lethal as initially feared. (Mon, 04 May 2009 03:29:16 GMT)
Health Officials Are Wary but Hopeful
With four Washington area schools closed over the swine flu outbreak and the region bracing for another tense week of flu news, top health officials here and abroad projected yesterday a cautious optimism that the new virus is not as lethal as initially feared. (Mon, 04 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT)
Texas health care officials back bill to address doctor shortage
Texas health care officials say the state faces a severe shortage of primary care providers. (Mon, 04 May 2009 04:07:22 GMT)
Health center sees recession and its effects
PRINCETON BOROUGH -- The HiTops center for teens in downtown Princeton is more than just a place for pregnancy tests, birth control and pap smears. The organization, now in its 22nd year, has evolved into a full- service health clinic for adolescents. (Mon, 04 May 2009 04:24:35 GMT)
Brazil health cameras irk staff
The mayor of a Brazilian town provokes complaints after he installs cameras in a health centre to monitor service. (Mon, 04 May 2009 09:47:48 GMT)
Brazil health cameras irk staff
A Brazilian mayor provokes complaints after he installs cameras in a health centre to monitor the quality of service. (Mon, 04 May 2009 09:49:08 GMT)
Health officials: Flu may return later
GENEVA, Switzerland, May 4 (UPI) -- The swine flu outbreak, despite reports of its decline in Mexico, could surge in the coming months, the World Health Organization said. (Mon, 04 May 2009 11:28:03 GMT)
Health workers oppose camera
FOZ DO IGUACU, Brazil, May 4 (UPI) -- The mayor of a Brazilian town has violated patient privacy by installing a camera in a health center to monitor the quality of service, say clinic workers. (Mon, 04 May 2009 13:58:09 GMT)
Leading US health expert urging cautious approach
A leading U.S. health expert said Monday that while "there are encouraging signs" of a leveling off in the severity of the swine flu threat, it's still too early to declare the problem under control. (Mon, 04 May 2009 15:30:31 GMT)
Dad's mental health affects children too
Fathers' mental health problems may take a toll on their children's psychological well-being, particularly that of their sons, a new research review suggests. (Mon, 04 May 2009 15:47:39 GMT)
Health Highlights: May 4, 2009
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Mon, 04 May 2009 16:03:04 GMT)
Public health confirms 2nd case of swine flu in N.B.
A woman in her 40s has been confirmed as New Brunswick's second case of swine flu, according to the Department of Health. (Mon, 04 May 2009 16:07:06 GMT)
Frankford Hospital becomes Aria Health
Frankford Hospital has a new name, effective today: Aria Health. (Mon, 04 May 2009 16:31:14 GMT)
UPI NewsTrack Health and Science News
Program simulates spread of pandemic flu … ESA plans departure ceremony for Node 3 … Statins alter prostate cancer PSA levels … Boxed warnings ordered for botulinum toxin ... Health/Science news from UPI. (Mon, 04 May 2009 21:49:16 GMT)
Final Glance: Health Care Equipment companies
Shares of some top health care equipment companies were mixed at the close of trading: Becton Dickinson fell $.31 or .5 percent, to $60.87. (Mon, 04 May 2009 21:51:44 GMT)
With flu fizzling, health experts rethink school closures
WASHINGTON — With more data suggesting the swine flu outbreak may not be as deadly as first feared, U.S. health officials are reconsidering their earlier advice on when schools should be closed over health concerns about the virus. (Mon, 04 May 2009 22:14:00 GMT)
Tallying Harm to Health From Forest Fires? Smoke
A new study helps to quantify the impact of forest fire smoke on health. (Mon, 04 May 2009 23:04:33 GMT)
Medical cost spikes may cause health insurer pain
Any worker in the United States who fears he may lose his job might feel compelled to take an extra visit to the doctor or have a final dental checkup because his health coverage is about to vanish. (Tue, 05 May 2009 00:21:21 GMT)
Japanese Health Inspectors Search Plane From Dulles for Cases of Swine Flu
TOKYO, May 4 -- Armed with thermographic guns, Japanese health inspectors in surgical gowns, goggles and masks boarded United Flight 803 from Washington Dulles. They prowled the aisles, pointing their fever-seeking machines at jet-lagged faces. (Tue, 05 May 2009 03:55:21 GMT)
Mental health fears over veterans
No accurate figures are kept on the number of ex-service personnel treated for mental health problems, an investigation finds. (Tue, 05 May 2009 04:19:21 GMT)
Mental health fears over veterans
No accurate figures are kept on the number of ex-service personnel treated for mental health problems, the BBC finds. (Tue, 05 May 2009 04:31:46 GMT)
New Dem, new hope for health reform?
Sen. Arlen Specter’s switch from Republican to Democrat drew a surprisingly blasé reaction — at first — from those most closely involved in negotiations over a health care reform bill. (Tue, 05 May 2009 08:26:00 GMT)
Japanese Health Inspectors Search Plane From Dulles for Cases of Swine Flu
TOKYO, May 4 -- Armed with thermographic guns, Japanese health inspectors in surgical gowns, goggles and masks boarded United Airlines Flight 803 from Washington Dulles. They prowled the aisles, pointing their fever-seeking machines at jet-lagged faces. (Tue, 05 May 2009 13:31:58 GMT)
Health care activists disrupt hearing
Health care activists disrupted a Senate Finance Committee hearing Tuesday, standing up one after the other as Chairman Max Baucus (D-Mont.) tried to restore order. (Tue, 05 May 2009 14:35:00 GMT)
Protesters disrupt Senate health care hearing
Protesters pushing for a government-run health system have been thrown out of a Senate hearing room after disrupting the meeting. (Tue, 05 May 2009 14:39:23 GMT)
Health insurers offer another concession
The health insurance industry has offered to end its practice of charging higher premiums to women. (Tue, 05 May 2009 15:02:47 GMT)
The Health Care Talks: Will Obama Get More Involved?
As some Democrats fear talks on a health-care bill are drifting, the President may need to take a more active role (Tue, 05 May 2009 15:28:24 GMT)
U.S. Mental Health Spending Rises, But Many Still Left Out
TUESDAY, May 5 (HealthDay News) -- Mental health spending in the United States increased 65 percent in the past decade, and many more Americans are using mental health services, but there's still a big difference between access to care and quality of mental health care received, new research shows. (Tue, 05 May 2009 16:03:11 GMT)
Health Highlights: May 5, 2009
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Tue, 05 May 2009 16:03:14 GMT)
Health trust failed mother killer
A report highlights failures in the care of a mental health patient who went on to kill a pregnant mother in Hull. (Tue, 05 May 2009 16:32:35 GMT)
Health-Care Debate: Issues for Small Business
With Congress set to begin debating health-care reform in earnest next month, expect to see the trials of small companies once again take center stage. (Tue, 05 May 2009 16:34:07 GMT)
Health insurers try to head off public plan
The health insurance industry offered Tuesday to end its practice of charging higher premiums to women. (Tue, 05 May 2009 17:14:16 GMT)
The Health-Care Talks: Will Obama Get More Involved?
As some Democrats fear that talks on a health-care bill are drifting, the President may need to take a more active role (Tue, 05 May 2009 17:15:00 GMT)
Obama unveils $63 billion global health initiative
U.S. President Barack Obama on Tuesday announced a $63 billion, six-year health initiative to help people in the world's poorest countries, most of it to bolster existing programs. (Tue, 05 May 2009 19:14:49 GMT)
Health insurers offer to stop charging women more
WASHINGTON -- The health insurance industry offered Tuesday to stop charging women higher premiums, a surcharge that hits many self-employed working women trying to buy their own coverage. (Tue, 05 May 2009 20:30:32 GMT)
Texas woman with swine flu dies: state health department
A Texas woman with the new H1N1 swine flu died earlier this week, Texas health officials said on Tuesday. (Tue, 05 May 2009 20:41:17 GMT)
Texas woman with swine flu dies: state health dept
A Texas woman with the new H1N1 swine flu died earlier this week, the second death attributed to the virus on U.S. soil, Texas health officials said on Tuesday. (Tue, 05 May 2009 21:06:20 GMT)
Obama unveils $63 bln, six-year global health plan
US President Barack Obama said Tuesday he would ask Congress for 63 billion dollars over six years to battle chronic global health crises, including AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis. (Tue, 05 May 2009 21:37:05 GMT)
Health insurers ask gov't to police their industry
Health insurance companies, facing the threat of a government health plan, offered on Tuesday to reduce rates for millions of women and accept close federal regulation of their industry. (Tue, 05 May 2009 23:28:37 GMT)
Obama administration seeks $63B for world health
The Obama administration wants the United States to spend $63 billion over the next six years to fight global diseases and provide more aid for prenatal and postnatal care, children's health and fighting tropical diseases. (Wed, 06 May 2009 04:14:58 GMT)
Health insurers ask gov't to police their industry
Health insurance companies are offering new concessions, including lower rates for millions of women, as they try to persuade Congress not to set up a government health plan to compete against them. (Wed, 06 May 2009 07:07:58 GMT)
Philippine health chief to Pacquiao: Stay in US
The Philippine health secretary urged Filipino boxing idol Manny Pacquiao to postpone his triumphant return to his homeland after beating Ricky Hatton to help prevent the spread of swine flu from the United States. (Wed, 06 May 2009 08:35:43 GMT)
Commentary: Grateful Dead on health care
All the stars seem to have aligned for the passage of national health care reform. Victory, supporters say, is inevitable. (Wed, 06 May 2009 10:44:40 GMT)
Less Education May Mean Poorer Health
WEDNESDAY, May 6 (HealthDay News) -- American adults with the least education have the worst health, a new study finds. (Wed, 06 May 2009 13:02:56 GMT)
HHS head: Health-care status quo 'unacceptable'
The status quo for the U.S. health-care system is 'unacceptable,' the new chief for Health and Human Services says, as the weak economy highlights the struggle with escalating coverage costs. (Wed, 06 May 2009 14:37:48 GMT)
Health Highlights: May 6, 2009
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Wed, 06 May 2009 16:03:22 GMT)
How the GOP Will Oppose Obama on Health Care
Politico's Mike Allen has this fascinating look at the talking points that pollster/wordsmith Frank Luntz has crafted for the House Republicans, as they consider how to approach health care reform. (Wed, 06 May 2009 16:05:03 GMT)
Health officials: flu vaccine could come soon
Health officials told lawmakers Wednesday it took only two weeks to identify the genetic characteristics of swine flu, and they are in good position to quickly produce a vaccine if the flu takes a turn for the worse. (Wed, 06 May 2009 16:14:26 GMT)
Health-Care Debate: Issues for Small Business
With Congress set to begin debating health-care reform in earnest next month, expect to see the trials of small companies once again take center stage. (Wed, 06 May 2009 16:19:49 GMT)
Health Insurers Agree to End Higher Premiums for Women
It was the latest concession by insurers as Congress drafts legislation to overhaul the $2.5 trillion health care industry. (Wed, 06 May 2009 16:25:46 GMT)
Health officials: flu vaccine could come soon
Health officials told lawmakers Wednesday it took only two weeks to identify the genetic characteristics of swine flu, and they are in good position to quickly produce a vaccine if the flu takes a turn for the worse. (Wed, 06 May 2009 19:01:25 GMT)
Sebelius makes case for new U.S. health plan
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius on Wednesday said a proposed government health insurance plan backed by President Barack Obama would compete with private insurers rather than lead to a socialized system as Republicans claim. (Wed, 06 May 2009 19:42:12 GMT)
Government Reports Criticize Health Care System
Two reports show that progress in improving the quality of health care and narrowing disparities among ethnic groups remains agonizingly slow, and that patient safety may be declining. (Wed, 06 May 2009 23:11:54 GMT)
Luntz Shapes GOP Messages on Health Care
Republican message guru Frank Luntz is back -- this time to help Republicans try to win the war of words as they battle Democrats on overhauling health care. (Thu, 07 May 2009 02:06:19 GMT)
Rangel Bars Any Taxes on Workers? Health Care
The top tax-writer?s pledge was an indication of the difficulties Democrats may have in raising money to fulfill President Obama?s promise of offering health insurance to all Americans. (Thu, 07 May 2009 04:12:47 GMT)
The Fire This Time: Is This Health Care's Moment?
Democrats are preparing another push for universal health care. It might actually succeed (Thu, 07 May 2009 13:13:32 GMT)
GE plans $6B health care initiative
General Electric Co. said Thursday that it will invest $6 billion over the next six years in an attempt to lower the cost of health care and improve the quality of medical care in underserved regions of the United States and abroad. (Thu, 07 May 2009 14:00:18 GMT)
GE Plans a Big Health-Care Push
General Electric ( GE ) is launching a $6 billion health-care initiative that, in size and scope, rivals its "ecoimagination" marketing campaign and product development push into green technologies. (Thu, 07 May 2009 14:39:52 GMT)
Senate GOP plans attack on Obama health care bill
The Obama administration's health care legislation doesn't exist yet, but Senate Republicans are already seeking and getting detailed advice on the best way to attack it. (Thu, 07 May 2009 15:14:16 GMT)
Mo. House defeats money for health care expansion
Missouri House Republicans rejected a plan to expand government health care to 35,000 low-income parents, but budget negotiators left open the possibility of funding some other sort of health plan. (Thu, 07 May 2009 15:19:18 GMT)
SXC Health Beats Resistance
SXC Health Beats Resistance (Thu, 07 May 2009 15:28:19 GMT)
GE to Spend $6 Billion in Health-Care Initiative (Update1)
May 7 (Bloomberg) -- General Electric Co. said it will spend $6 billion by 2015 on health-care products, financing and partnerships designed to make more efficient, lower-cost treatment available worldwide. (Thu, 07 May 2009 15:47:48 GMT)
Health Highlights: May 7, 2009
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Thu, 07 May 2009 16:04:34 GMT)
GE plans $6 billion health care initiative
General Electric Co. said Thursday that it will invest $6 billion over the next six years in an attempt to lower the cost of health care and improve the quality of medical care. (Thu, 07 May 2009 16:14:32 GMT)
GE to Spend $6 Billion on Health Tech Initiative
General Electric will spend US$6 billion over the next six years in an effort to improve health-care quality and drive down costs to consumers, the company announced Thursday. (Thu, 07 May 2009 16:40:16 GMT)
The Fire This Time: Is This Health Care's Moment?
Democrats are preparing another push for universal health care. It might actually succeed (Thu, 07 May 2009 17:35:05 GMT)
'Swine flu party' a bad idea: US health official
Cancel plans for that "swine flu party": a top US health official says deliberately trying to get infected with the A(H1N1) flu virus as protection against a future more virulent strain is a bad idea. (Thu, 07 May 2009 18:20:56 GMT)
G.E. Shifts Strategy in Health Business
General Electric is shifting the strategy in its $17 billion-a-year health equipment and technology business, seeking to broaden its reach with more lower-cost products. (Thu, 07 May 2009 20:40:03 GMT)
Senate GOP plans attack on Obama health care bill
The Obama administration's health care legislation doesn't exist yet, but Senate Republicans are already seeking and getting detailed advice on the best way to attack it. Such as, "The plan put forward by the Democrats will deny people treatments they need and make them wait to get the treatments they are allowed to receive." (Thu, 07 May 2009 21:10:46 GMT)
2 U.S. swine flu dead had other health problems, officials say
Both people who died of swine flu in the United States had pre-existing health problems, federal health authorities said Thursday in a report. (Fri, 08 May 2009 00:50:36 GMT)
Doctor pleads guilty to health care fraud
A 47-year-old Elmwood Park doctor pleaded guilty this afternoon to federal health care fraud charges, admitting he submitted hundreds of thousands of dollars in false health insurance claims, the Chicago Sun-Times reports . Dr. Otto Garcia Montenegro admitted he submitted about $500,000 worth of phony insurance claims between 2003 and 2007. (Fri, 08 May 2009 04:12:57 GMT)
Mental health nurse 'child risk'
Children are at risk because of poor assessment of mothers with mental health problems, it is claimed. (Fri, 08 May 2009 04:31:56 GMT)
In Strategy Shift, G.E. Plans Lower-Cost Health Products
General Electric is shifting the strategy in its $17 billion-a-year health equipment and technology business, seeking to broaden its reach with more lower-cost products. (Fri, 08 May 2009 07:25:03 GMT)
inVentiv Health narrows profit range for 2009
InVentiv Health Inc., which provides services for the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries, narrowed its profit forecast for the year, but still expects a profit in range of analyst estimates. (Fri, 08 May 2009 12:26:18 GMT)
After Job Loss, People Report More Health Issues
FRIDAY, May 8 (HealthDay News) -- Losing a job can lead not just to financial hardships but to health problems as well, including high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, heart attack and stroke, new research has found. (Fri, 08 May 2009 13:03:29 GMT)
inVentiv Health narrows profit range for 2009
InVentiv Health Inc., which provides services for the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries, narrowed its profit forecast for the year, but still expects a profit in range of analyst estimates. The company projected a profit of $1.30 to $1.40 per share,... Related: Business - Health science - Biology - Company - Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals (Fri, 08 May 2009 13:08:18 GMT)
Nurses: A Key to Health Care Reform
One of the few things that just about all sides agree upon in this health care debate is that we need more primary care providers -- lots more. (Fri, 08 May 2009 14:35:02 GMT)
For Gay Couples, an Obstacle Course to Health Insurance
Even in states where gay marriage is permitted, getting health insurance as a couple can be cumbersome, costly or impossible. (Fri, 08 May 2009 15:39:42 GMT)
Will passengers tell the truth on port-call health forms?
If you were feeling less than shipshape upon arrival in a foreign port and were asked to fill out a health questionaire, how much would you reveal? (Fri, 08 May 2009 15:49:04 GMT)
Job Loss? Watch Your Health
Poorer health can follow after job loss, a new report shows. (Fri, 08 May 2009 15:50:56 GMT)
Study: Job loss associated with health problems
As if losing your job isn't bad enough, a new study suggests that people who are laid off are at higher risk of being diagnosed with health conditions such as hypertension, heart disease, and even arthritis than those who keep their jobs. (Fri, 08 May 2009 19:34:25 GMT)
Unemployment May Be Hazardous to Your Health
A large study finds that laid off workers are more likely than the employed to develop health problems. (Fri, 08 May 2009 20:08:33 GMT)
AP sources: 3 options mulled for gov't health plan
Senators are considering three different designs for a new government health insurance plan that middle-income Americans could buy into for the first time, congressional officials said Friday. (Fri, 08 May 2009 22:19:46 GMT)
Egan-Jones Takes Dim View of Morgan Stanley’s Health
While Morgan Stanley received a relatively clean bill of health from the government on Thursday, analysts at Egan-Jones , the credit rating agency, aren’t convinced that the firm has enough capital to weather the economic storm. (Fri, 08 May 2009 23:33:10 GMT)
Gates' billions for global health not all well spent
Not all of the billions of dollars given by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to boost global health have been wisely spent, one of Britain's top medical journals said on Friday. (Fri, 08 May 2009 23:33:57 GMT)
Mia Farrow ends fast after health concerns
Mia Farrow ended her liquid-only fast aimed at calling attention to the crisis in Darfur after 12 days as her health took "a downturn," according to her publicist. (Sat, 09 May 2009 01:23:31 GMT)
Sources: Senators weigh 3 government health plans
Senators are considering three different designs for a new government health insurance plan that middle-income Americans could buy into for the first time, congressional officials said Friday. Officials familiar with the proposals said senators plan to debate them in a closed meeting next week. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity because details of the controversial plans have not been ... (Sat, 09 May 2009 01:28:01 GMT)
Myanmar's Suu Kyi 'not in good health': party
Myanmar opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi is "not in good health" as she cannot eat, has low blood pressure and is dehydrated, her party spokesman told AFP Saturday. (Sat, 09 May 2009 03:10:46 GMT)
Losing Job May Be Hazardous to Health
Laid-off workers are more likely than the employed to develop health problems, according to a large study. (Sat, 09 May 2009 03:40:16 GMT)
Sources: Senators weigh 3 government health plans
Senators are considering three different designs for a new government health insurance plan that middle-income Americans could buy into for the first time, congressional officials said Friday. Officials familiar with the proposals said senators plan to debate them in a closed meeting next week. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity because details of the controversial plans have not been ... (Sat, 09 May 2009 04:44:21 GMT)
Myanmar's detained Suu Kyi 'not in good health'
Myanmar opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi is "not in good health" as she cannot eat, while her doctor is being detained by military authorities, her party spokesman told AFP Saturday. (Sat, 09 May 2009 07:00:44 GMT)
Competing demands on health overhaul from groups
Patients and doctors. Small businesses and multinationals. Retirees, workers and insurance companies. Some have more money and clout. All have something in common when it comes to overhauling health care: a huge stake in the outcome. (Sat, 09 May 2009 12:43:08 GMT)
Michigan lawmakers ready to roll out health plans
The latest proposal to change how health care coverage is provided in Michigan attempts to extend consumer protections and create a new fund to help cover those facing catastrophic illness. (Sat, 09 May 2009 16:05:31 GMT)
U.K. Health Department Confirms Eight New Cases of Swine Flu
May 9 (Bloomberg) -- The U.K. said eight new cases of swine flu have been confirmed in England, bringing the total so far to 47. Two adults and six children of school age comprise the new cases, with the children all associated with the same school, the Department of Health said in an e-mailed statement. (Sat, 09 May 2009 16:07:50 GMT)
Michigan lawmakers ready to roll out health plans
The latest proposal to change how health care coverage is provided in Michigan attempts to extend consumer protections and create a new fund to help cover those facing catastrophic illness. (Sat, 09 May 2009 17:15:56 GMT)
Health overhaul draws groups' competing demands
Patients and doctors. Small businesses and multinationals. Retirees, workers and insurance companies. Some have more money and clout. All have something in common when it comes to overhauling health care: a huge stake in the outcome. (Sat, 09 May 2009 20:37:58 GMT)
AP sources: 3 options mulled for gov't health plan
Senators are considering three different designs for a new government health insurance plan that middle-income Americans could buy into for the first time, congressional officials said Friday. (Sat, 09 May 2009 20:47:29 GMT)
Crusader for inner city health care fights to keep operating
Perry Margoles, who runs a struggling Milwaukee health clinic in the central city, has long sung the same old blues. (Sun, 10 May 2009 01:42:44 GMT)
Health authorities contacting passengers
Health authorities are still contacting passengers on the same flight as a woman who has tested positive in Brisbane for swine flu. (Sun, 10 May 2009 02:01:31 GMT)
Women’s Health Week starts with Mother’s Day
First, if you haven’t already, call your mom. Today is Mother’s Day, which means it’s the start of National Women’s Health Week. (Sun, 10 May 2009 03:18:09 GMT)
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