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Breast cancer study misinterpreted: Quebec health minister
The media misinterpreted the results of a breast cancer study by reporting that up to 30 per cent of the 6,000 women in Quebec diagnosed with the disease each year are not receiving the correct treatment, Quebec's minister of health said Sunday. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 03:21:27 GMT)
Health chief's widower tells of loss
The husband of South Australia's slain mental health chief says her murder has left a gaping hole that will never be filled. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 03:47:45 GMT)
Hurdles remain in Obama's push to revamp health care
This year's fast-track timetable on health care calls for leaders of key congressional committees to unveil legislation this month, debate it next month and pass it before leaving for the summer recess in August. Final passage would follow in September or October. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 04:07:53 GMT)
Better Health Decisions: Whose Responsibility?
Organizations are introducing consumer-driven health plans with the intention of migrating responsibility for health decisions away from the employer and onto the employee. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 04:19:36 GMT)
U.S. Health Insurers: A Cloudy Prognosis
Standard & Poor's Ratings Services is maintaining its negative outlook on the U.S. health insurance sector due to the deteriorating economy of the past year and the uncertainty regarding the state of health-care reform. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 04:19:56 GMT)
Go time for health care overhaul
It's go time for President Barack Obama's promise to enact a sweeping health care overhaul this year. First up as Congress returns from a weeklong recess: Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, partially sidelined by cancer, is convening his health committee's Democrats on Tuesday to begin weighing his proposals to extend health care to all. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 07:56:46 GMT)
Congress set to tackle health care overhaul
It's go time for President Barack Obama's promise to enact a sweeping health care overhaul this year. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 10:49:24 GMT)
How Trivial DNA Changes Can Hurt Health
Biologists long thought they understood how genetic mutations cause disease. But recent work has revealed an important twist in the tale and uncovered surprising--even counterintuitive--ways that alterations in DNA can make people sick. The classic view assumed that what are termed “silent” mutations were inconsequential to health, because such changes in DNA would not alter the composition of ... (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 12:11:41 GMT)
The Coming Of Biofuels: Study Shows Reducing Gasoline Emissions Will Benefit Human Health
A "Life Cycle Impact Assessment" has shown that a biofuel eliminating even 10-percent of current gasoline pollutant emissions would have a substantial impact on human health in this country, especially in urban areas. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 14:19:49 GMT)
Recession takes a toll on mental health
This nationwide recession isn't just bad for the job market, retirement plans and home sales - it's also wreaking havoc on the country's mental health. There are the extreme cases - an Alameda man despondent over his looming eviction shooting himself and his... (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 14:40:05 GMT)
Outlook: Health-Care Reform
Washington Post staff writer Alec MacGillis, was online Monday, June 1, at 11 a.m. ET to discuss his Outlook article about health-care reform. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 15:00:00 GMT)
Susan Boyle checks in to mental health clinic after finishing second in 'Britain's Got Talent'
Singer Susan Boyle was being treated for exhaustion at a mental health clinic Monday after taking second place in a TV talent competition that turned the humble church volunteer into a global star, the show's producers and a newspaper said. Celeb news and gossip Blog: A&E | Things to do (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 15:52:39 GMT)
Health Highlights: June 1, 2009
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 16:04:27 GMT)
Susan Boyle checks in to mental health clinic after finishing second in 'Britain's Got Talent'
Singer Susan Boyle was being treated for exhaustion at a mental health clinic Monday after taking second place in a TV talent competition that turned the humble church volunteer into a global star, the show's producers and a newspaper said. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 16:08:27 GMT)
Health industry to deliver plan to White House
Health industry officials pushed to get a plan to the White House Monday documenting how they'd save $2 trillion over a decade through measures like reducing hospitalizations and cutting down on paperwork. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 17:51:59 GMT)
Health industry delivers plan to White House
Health industry officials delivered a plan to the White House Monday documenting how they'll attempt to save $2 trillion over a decade through measures like reducing hospitalizations and cutting down on paperwork. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 18:09:14 GMT)
Health groups outline plan to cut costs
Six major health care organizations submitted a 28-page proposal Monday to President Barack Obama detailing how they could save $2 trillion over 10 years. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 19:12:00 GMT)
Health industry delivers savings plan to Obama
Health industry officials sought Monday to make good on a $2 trillion savings proposal announced with great fanfare at the White House, but they came up short by several hundred billion dollars. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 22:17:07 GMT)
Health industry spells out cost saving to Obama
A coalition of U.S. health industry groups on Monday outlined how they plan meet President Barack Obama's goal of cutting $2 trillion in costs industrywide over the next decade. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 22:32:28 GMT)
Senators Set to Visit White House to Discuss Health Care Overhaul
The Democrats on two Senate committees that are drafting health legislation have been invited to the White House to meet with President Obama. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 03:41:54 GMT)
Council of Economic Advisers Lists Benefits of Cutting Health-Care Spending
Slowing the growth in health-care spending from 6 percent a year to 4.5 percent would have enormous benefits for the nation's economy, creating as many as 500,000 jobs a year and increasing annual income for the average family of four by $2,600 over the next decade, the president's chief economic... (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 03:44:33 GMT)
Sebelius, DeParle ready to tackle health care overhaul
Kathleen Sebelius and Nancy-Ann DeParle are the tag team for Obama's most ambitious domestic policy goal: an overhaul of the nation's health care system, which eluded President Clinton in 1994. The two "working moms," in Sebelius' words, are charged with chaperoning a measure through Congress that's likely to cost more than $1 trillion. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 04:05:25 GMT)
Obama talks health care before leaving for Mideast
President Barack Obama holds talks on health care today and signs a measure paving the way to honor former President Ronald Reagan before traveling to the Middle East. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 08:57:39 GMT)
Obama Aides Say Rising Health-Care Costs Will Hinder Economy
June 2 (Bloomberg) -- The Obama administration, kicking off a campaign for the president’s health-care proposals, said the number of uninsured American will almost double in three decades and U.S. economic growth will suffer unless Congress acts. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 10:00:00 GMT)
Health reform can boost economy - Obama aide
As Congress starts its 2-month sprint to pull together a health reform package, the Obama administration on Tuesday laid out its estimates of how the U.S. economy might benefit if health care costs are brought to heel and the uninsured get coverage. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 10:03:40 GMT)
Op-Ed Contributor: Health care reform is an economic necessity
Washington, DC – Health care reform is more than a social imperative – it is an economic necessity. A new study by the President's Council of Economic Advisers demonstrates that the current American health care system is on an unsustainable path. Without health care reform, American workers and families will continue to experience eroding health care benefits and stagnating wages caused by the ... (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 11:32:11 GMT)
White House frames health care as economic problem
Fixing the economy requires overhauling the U.S. health care system, a White House report concludes just the message the administration needs to help implement a sweeping new social welfare program during a recession. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:15:28 GMT)
Congress’s Health-Care Push Gains Momentum From Costs (Update1)
June 2 (Bloomberg) -- Congressional Democrats set out today to realize a goal that has eluded presidents and lawmakers three times in the past 60 years: an overhaul of the U.S. health-care system. They say this time will be the charm. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 15:07:02 GMT)
Voters Put More Emphasis On Deficit Cutting Over Health Care Reform
Support for health care reform has slipped slightly as more voters think President Obama should work harder on his promise to cut the federal deficit in half in the next four years. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 15:31:42 GMT)
White House frames health care as economic problem
A Senate chairman who will have a major role in writing health care legislation said Tuesday he hopes to convince President Barack Obama that taxing some employer-provided benefits will help control escalating costs. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 15:53:58 GMT)
Too Much Media May Be Tough on Kids' Health
TUESDAY, June 2 (HealthDay News) -- Easy access to a wide variety of media increases a child's risk for numerous health issues, such as obesity, eating disorders, drug use and early sexual activity, according to a U.S. expert. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 16:03:19 GMT)
Health Highlights: June 2, 2009
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 16:03:20 GMT)
Health insurers face exam
As health insurers prepare to kick off their annual meeting, analysts expect answers on how to reduce health care costs and give customers more access. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 19:48:44 GMT)
White House frames health care as economic problem
A Senate chairman who has a major role in writing health care legislation said Tuesday he hopes to convince President Barack Obama that taxing some employer-provided benefits will help control escalating costs. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 19:54:40 GMT)
Health Issues in Childhood Often Show Up in Adulthood
TUESDAY, June 2 (HealthDay News) -- Physical and mental health problems in childhood can have lifelong consequences, which means it's important to start health promotion and disease prevention early in life, experts say. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 20:04:01 GMT)
Obama says immediate action needed on health care reform
Fixing America's health care system is necessary to expand coverage and prevent rising costs from further straining the U.S. economy, President Obama said Tuesday. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:06:58 GMT)
Joint Chiefs chairman: Troops' mental health needs to be priority
America's highest ranking military officer said Tuesday the nation must do more for the mental health of American soldiers, warning statistics show "there are going to be more [troop] suicides this year than last." (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:52:40 GMT)
Health Insurers Balk at Some Changes
The insurance industry says it backs a health care overhaul, but it has made no promises regarding the small-employer segment of the market. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 22:40:03 GMT)
Is Health Reform A Cost Or Economic Investment?
After getting bogged down in trying to pay for sweeping health care reform, the Obama administration is trying to recast those budget-busting costs as an "economic investment." (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 23:05:54 GMT)
Obama said to be open to taxing health benefits
President Barack Obama is leaving the door open to taxing health care benefits, something he campaigned hard against while running for president, according to senators who met with him Tuesday. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:15:58 GMT)
Despite Campaign Rhetoric, Obama Pivots on Taxing Health-Care Benefits
President Obama, in a pivot from some of his harshest campaign rhetoric, told Democratic senators yesterday that he is willing to consider taxing employer-sponsored health benefits to help pay for a broad expansion of coverage. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 03:46:45 GMT)
Despite Campaign Rhetoric, Obama Pivots on Taxing Health-Care Benefits
President Obama, in a pivot from some of his harshest campaign rhetoric, told Democratic senators yesterday that he is willing to consider taxing employer-sponsored health benefits to help pay for a broad expansion of coverage. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT)
Obama Sets August as ‘Make-or-Break’ Deadline on Health Care
June 3 (Bloomberg) -- President Barack Obama called the next few months a “make-or-break period” for health-care legislation in Congress, ratcheting up pressure on lawmakers. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:01:00 GMT)
Q&A: Major changes loom for nation's health care system
WASHINGTON — With Congress working on a sweeping health-care overhaul, questions abound for consumers, including whether people might have to change their insurance or buy coverage if they don't have it. Here's a guide to the top issues: (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 05:00:00 GMT)
Obama said to be open to taxing health benefits
President Barack Obama is leaving the door open to taxing health care benefits, something he campaigned hard against while running for president, according to senators who met with him Tuesday. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 05:06:34 GMT)
46% Want Health Reform Now, 45% Say Wait Until Economy Improves
Voters remain closely divided on the urgency for health care reform, given the troubled state of the economy. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:00:24 GMT)
Retiree Health Benefits Tied To GM Peformance
As part of the deal between GM and the UAW, union retirees will lose their dental and vision benefits. Health care coverage will remain intact, but GM stock will cover half of the $20 billion health care trust fund for retirees. That means long-term health benefits for retirees are directly tied to the fortunes of GM when it emerges from bankruptcy. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:55:15 GMT)
Oprah Health Claims Unhealthy?
The health advice dispensed by talk show queen may be more harmful than helpful, according to a new article in Newsweek. CBS News correspondent Michelle Miller reports. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 14:00:04 GMT)
Obama Sets ‘Make-or-Break’ Deadline on Health Care
June 3 (Bloomberg) -- President Barack Obama called the next few months a “make-or-break period” for health-care legislation in Congress, as his aides left the door open to a tax on benefits to pay for overhauling the U.S. system. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 15:32:30 GMT)
Health Highlights: June 3, 2009
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 16:03:50 GMT)
Economist details health care system's waste
White House chief economist Christina Romer kicked off President Obama's push to reform the nation's health care system Tuesday, saying there are "billion-dollar bills lying on the sidewalk" if the nation can find a way to make the system more efficient. The... (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 16:25:25 GMT)
Obama Backs Health Care Coverage for Everyone
President Obama said that he was receptive to Congressional proposals that would require every American to have health insurance and that would force employers to offer it, but he also said there should be exemptions. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 21:55:44 GMT)
Obama yields on health insurance mandates
President Barack Obama told Congress on Wednesday he was open to making mandatory health insurance part of an overhaul of the U.S. healthcare system but only with exemptions for the poor and for small businesses. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 22:37:55 GMT)
Obama defends public health insurance option
President Barack Obama on Wednesday said he was open to the idea of a public funding of health insurance, the latest twist in his ambitious and difficult goal to reform the country's health care system by year's end. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 23:18:03 GMT)
Obama Says He Is Open To Health Care for All
DAILY DOSE | In a shift, president suggests he is willing to consider congressional proposal requiring all Americans to have health insurance. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 23:24:03 GMT)
GAO: Indian health agency still losing equipment
The Indian Health Service is continuing to lose equipment at an alarming rate despite efforts to better account for the agency's property, according to congressional investigators. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 23:24:05 GMT)
Obama outlines health care plan for all
President Barack Obama, providing the first real details on how he wants to reshape the nation's health care system, urged Congress on Wednesday toward a sweeping overhaul that would allow Americans to buy into a government insurance plan. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 23:56:15 GMT)
Life, health insurers invest big in tobacco
Major US, Canadian and British life and health insurance companies have billions of dollars invested in tobacco companies, a study published Wednesday in the New England Journal of Medicine said. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:34:46 GMT)
Obama Gets Specific on Health Care Overhaul, Pushing Public Plan
In a letter to the chairmen of two Senate committees with key roles in overhauling health care, President Obama expressed support Wednesday for some crucial details of the plan -- including a government-run insurance program that would compete with private insurers. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 01:23:15 GMT)
Obama Warms to Idea of Requiring Health Insurance
One day after signaling a fresh willingness to consider taxing employer-sponsored health insurance, President Obama indicated yesterday a new openness toward a nationwide requirement that every American have health coverage. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT)
Prince William Health System on Track to Complete Merger by Summer's End
A merger that will bring an additional $240 million to the Prince William Health System will probably be complete by summer's end, officials from the nonprofit health system said. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT)
The 5 Big Health Care Dilemmas
What shape health care reform takes will depend on how Congress, doctors, patients, insurers and others answer some sticky questions (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:55:00 GMT)
Obama plan would provide health care for all
President Barack Obama says he's open to requiring all Americans to buy health insurance, as long as the plan provides a "hardship waiver" to exempt poor people from having to pay. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 11:14:34 GMT)
Life, health insurers invest big in tobacco
Major US, Canadian and British life and health insurance companies have billions of dollars invested in tobacco companies, a study published Wednesday in the New England Journal of Medicine said. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 13:15:06 GMT)
Obama plan would provide health care for all
President Obama says he's open to requiring all Americans to buy health insurance, as long as the plan provides a "hardship waiver" to exempt poor people from having to pay. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 14:25:07 GMT)
Swine Flu ‘Overwhelmed’ U.S. Health-Care System, Report Says
June 4 (Bloomberg) -- The swine flu outbreak has overwhelmed the U.S. health-care system, a report said. Communication between government agencies and doctors isn’t well coordinated and the World Health Organization’s six-step pandemic-alert scale causes confusion, according to an analysis released today by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation , the Trust for America’s Health and the University of ... (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 14:34:28 GMT)
Review for mental health facility
Elderly people with mental health problems in the Isle of Man could be moved from Ramsey to a new unit in Douglas. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 14:49:08 GMT)
Health Highlights: June 4, 2009
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 16:04:08 GMT)
Blue Dogs Demand Tight Constraints on Any Public Health Plan Option
Conservative House Democrats set strict conditions Thursday for any government-run insurance plan Congress creates as part of a health care overhaul, ruling out support for a plan that resembles Medicare -- the option favored by many liberals. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 16:45:17 GMT)
Ballerinas face health hazards
Professional ballerinas, like highly driven young female athletes, face quadruple health threats -- disordered eating, menstrual dysfunction, the bone-thinning disease osteoporosis, and early signs of cardiovascular disease. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 17:02:13 GMT)
The Five Big Health-Care Dilemmas
What shape health-care reform takes will depend on how Congress, doctors, patients, insurers and others answer some sticky questions (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 18:20:19 GMT)
Gov't studies health risks of playground surface
For years, the Environmental Protection Agency has endorsed the use of ground-up tires to cushion the surfaces of children's playgrounds and sports fields a decision now being reconsidered because of concerns among the agency's own scientists about possible health threats. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 18:53:31 GMT)
Battle #1: Taxing health benefits
As the debate on how to fix health care picks up pace, so does discussion about one of the most lucrative ways to pay for it: Scale back the tax break that workers enjoy for health insurance. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 20:48:50 GMT)
GOP senators: Bipartisan health deal tougher now
President Barack Obama's hopes for a bipartisan health deal took a hit Thursday as GOP senators protested a letter he wrote declaring support for a public insurance plan. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 21:14:20 GMT)
GOP health plan tensions build
Senate Republicans showed growing frustration Thursday with President Barack Obama and congressional Democrats over a public insurance plan, calling it a deal breaker that would kill prospects for a bipartisan health care reform bill. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 22:24:00 GMT)
Report: Next flu could strain health care system
A report released Thursday commended the government for developing plans and stockpiling antivirals after the avian flu scare but warned that gaps still exist and that the health system may not be prepared in a more severe outbreak. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:31:48 GMT)
Key Dem not a fan of Obama's health pitch
House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer said Thursday that he disagreed with a major proposal President Obama advanced this week to help trim health care costs. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 01:55:47 GMT)
Public plan threatens bipartisan health deal
President Barack Obama's hopes for a bipartisan health deal seemed in jeopardy Thursday as GOP senators protested his renewed support for a new public health insurance plan, and a key Democratic chairman declared that such a plan would likely be in the Senate's bill. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 03:28:05 GMT)
Public plan threatens bipartisan health deal
President Barack Obama's hopes for a bipartisan health deal seemed in jeopardy Thursday as GOP senators protested his renewed support for a new public health insurance plan, and a key Democratic chairman declared that such a plan would likely be in the Senate's bill. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 06:32:04 GMT)
Picnic spot health fears probed
Health officials begin tests at a picnic spot near Stirling after youngsters who swam there became unwell. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 10:09:11 GMT)
Susan Boyle released from mental health clinic
The brother of talent-show contestant Susan Boyle says the singer has left a mental health care facility and is doing better. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 10:22:08 GMT)
Obama Health Overhaul May Be Death Knell for Small Insurers
June 5 (Bloomberg) -- President Barack Obama’s health overhaul may send insurance leaders UnitedHealth Group Inc., WellPoint Inc. and Aetna Inc. on a wave of acquisitions of smaller companies as the industry shifts from paying claims to preventing illness. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 12:19:11 GMT)
Burnham is new health secretary
Andy Burnham has been named as the new health secretary, replacing Alan Johnson in the cabinet reshuffle. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 14:11:22 GMT)
TV Review: Susan Boyle released from health clinic
Susan Boyle's brother told GMTV today that the Britain's Got Talent singer has been released from a London mental health clinic and is doing better, the Associated Press reports . She was admitted last Sunday, the day after she came in second place on the UK talent competition, behind the dance troupe Diversity. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 14:58:43 GMT)
Study: Life, Health Insurers Investing Heavily in Tobacco
A recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that major U.S., Canadian and British life and health insurance are investing billions of dollars in tobacco company stocks, Agence France-Presse reported. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 15:56:28 GMT)
Health Highlights: June 5, 2009
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 16:02:47 GMT)
Health Highlights: June 5, 2009
Susan Boyle, the British talent-show sensation, has left a London mental health clinic and is feeling better, according to her brother, the Associated Press reported. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 18:08:46 GMT)
Bipartisan Health Care Deal In Jeopardy
President Barack Obama's hopes for a bipartisan health deal seemed in jeopardy Thursday as GOP senators protested his renewed support for a new public health insurance plan. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 19:30:07 GMT)
Obama Health Overhaul May Spur Insurance Acquisitions (Update2)
June 5 (Bloomberg) -- President Barack Obama’s health overhaul may send insurance leaders UnitedHealth Group Inc., WellPoint Inc. and Aetna Inc. on a wave of acquisitions of smaller companies as the industry shifts from paying claims to preventing illness. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 20:47:36 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 $.13 or .2 percent, to $67.32. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 21:53:06 GMT)
UPI NewsTrack Health and Science News
Space travelers likely to be bloated, bald ... 'Warrior gene' linked to weapon use ... Wisconsin reports first swine flu death ... Hadron collider to run year-round ... Health/Science news from UPI. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 22:04:04 GMT)
Democrats mount grass-roots effort for health care reform
As Democrats on Capitol Hill move toward revealing landmark bills to drastically reform the nation's health care system, the White House and the Democratic National Committee are increasing efforts to rally public support. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 22:50:37 GMT)
Sweeping Health Plan Is Drafted by Kennedy
All Americans would have access to “essential health care benefits” and the government would create a new public insurance program under Senator Edward M. Kennedy’s plan. (Sat, 06 Jun 2009 02:27:05 GMT)
Kennedy Readies Health-Care Bill
Sen. Edward M. Kennedy (D-Mass.) has laid down the first marker in this year's debate over how to revamp the nation's health-care system, writing a bill that would put strict new requirements on individuals and businesses to purchase insurance. (Sat, 06 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT)
Henrico County-based First Health Services Corp to be sold
Henrico County-based First Health Services Corp., which provides pharmacy benefits management and other services for Medicaid programs, is being sold to Magellan Health Services Inc. for $110 million in cash. Health insurer Coventry Health Care Inc., the Bethesda, Md.-based company which acquired First Health in 2005, announced yesterday it will sell the fee-based Medicaid service business ... (Sat, 06 Jun 2009 04:20:54 GMT)
Obama Urges Effort on Health Care
In his weekly radio and Internet address, the president said he wants to see health care reform that is built around lowering costs, improving quality and coverage and protecting consumer choice. (Sat, 06 Jun 2009 10:41:56 GMT)
Obama Reinterates Themes Behind Health-care Reform
Obama Reinterates Themes Behind Health-care Reform (Sat, 06 Jun 2009 13:18:57 GMT)
Obama: 'Time to deliver' on health care
President Barack Obama pleaded for action on his health care agenda, using his weekly radio and Internet address to focus on his domestic priority even while traveling overseas. (Sat, 06 Jun 2009 13:26:04 GMT)
House Dems draft sweeping health bill
House Democrats are drafting a sweeping health-care reform that creates a national insurance marketplace where people can choose public and private plans with the same minimum standard of benefits, according to a detailed outline of the bill obtained Friday by POLITICO. (Sat, 06 Jun 2009 13:52:00 GMT)
Obama Pleads for Action on Health Care Reform
President Obama, who's been traveling in the Middle East and Europe, spoke as the first bill containing language to implement his health care goals began circulating on Capitol Hill. (Sat, 06 Jun 2009 13:57:15 GMT)
Obama: "Time To Deliver" On Health Care
President Barack Obama issued a strong plea for action on his health care agenda, using his weekly radio and Internet address to focus on his top domestic priority even while traveling overseas. (Sat, 06 Jun 2009 14:38:36 GMT)
Obama outlines health care reform goals
President Barack Obama urged Congress Saturday to move ahead on health care reform, arguing that any change in the current system should lower the cost of services, improve their quality and protect consumer choice. (Sat, 06 Jun 2009 14:50:02 GMT)
Obama: 'Time to deliver' on health care
The White House, backing away from President Barack Obama's "it's-all-on-the-table" approach he initially advocated, prepared to get louder and more involved in a health care overhaul's details that officials once were content to leave to Congress, administration officials said Saturday. (Sat, 06 Jun 2009 22:27:44 GMT)
House Democrats Weigh Health Measure That Requires Insurance
June 6 (Bloomberg) -- House Democrats are weighing health care overhaul legislation that would require Americans to have health insurance, with some exceptions, according to an outline circulating in Washington. (Sat, 06 Jun 2009 22:36:44 GMT)
Obama ready to press Congress for health care changes
The priority for overhauling U.S. health care has lost importance in recent weeks. But that's all about to change, according to administration officials. (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 01:15:21 GMT)
Obama team plans more active role on health care
The White House, backing away from President Barack Obama's "it's-all-on-the-table" approach initially advocated, prepared to get louder and more involved in the details of a health care overhaul that officials once were content to leave to Congress, administration officials said Saturday. (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 01:40:15 GMT)
Meeting on Obama's health-care reform hosted by Faithful Reform in Health Care founder Linda Hanna Walling in Cleveland
It was a meeting of the faithful -- Protestants, Catholics, Jews and Muslims who all believe in President Barack Obama and health-care reform. About 20 of them squeezed into the cozy Cleveland living room of the Rev. Linda Hanna Walling... (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 03:11:55 GMT)
Sen. Edward M. Kennedy Details Vision for Health-Care Reform
Three months after he was diagnosed with incurable brain cancer, Sen. Edward M. Kennedy (D-Mass.) vowed in an emotional Democratic National Convention address last summer that health reform would be "the cause of my life." (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT)
New health lobbyists gain in strength
THE advertising industry is struggling to keep pace with a new breed of health lobbyists that have added their voices to parents' groups and nutritionists in support of advertising bans in recent years. (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 14:00:00 GMT)
Health and climate change vie for boost in Congress
Barack Obama may be pressuring Congress as no U.S. president has for decades as he aims to get two big domestic goals passed this year -- reforming health care and fighting global warming. (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 14:42:16 GMT)
Routine Diabetes Screenings Could Cut Health-care Costs
Screening adults for diabetes could result in significant cost-savings for health-care systems compared to the costs of not screening individuals at all. (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 15:21:13 GMT)
Paying for Universal Health Coverage
If Washington is going to keep the promise of comprehensive health care reform, a lot more money will almost certainly be needed, and that is likely to mean new taxes. (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 15:44:16 GMT)
Senator to Obama: 'You got nerve' to sightsee in Paris while pushing Congress on health care
It's not the role of government to run an auto company (GM) and neither is it the role of government to run a health insurance company in … read more direct competition with private companies. (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 15:46:59 GMT)
SPIN METER: White House straddles health tax issue
When it comes to taxing health insurance benefits, President Barack Obama hasn't said yes, and may never. But he and his top aides won't quite say no, either, to an idea he attacked sharply in his campaign for the White House. (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 15:51:43 GMT)
Grassley Scolds Obama for Health Care Comments
President Obama inserted himself firmly into the health care debate in recent days, using his weekly radio address Saturday to declare "it's time to deliver" on health reform. That didn't sit well with the Sen. Chuck Grassley of Iowa. (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 16:12:25 GMT)
Democrats Weigh Health Mandate as Obama Urges Taxing Wealthy
June 7 (Bloomberg) -- President Barack Obama wants Congress to consider taxing the wealthy instead of workers to pay for a health-care overhaul, as House Democrats discuss a plan to require health insurance for most Americans. (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 20:06:36 GMT)
Obama Lays Down Health-Care Deadline
President Obama wants a health-care reform bill on his desk by August. (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 02:07:39 GMT)
Bipartisan Health Bill Is Possible, Leaders Say
Senators Max Baucus, Democrat of Montana, and Charles E. Grassley, Republican of Iowa, insist they can overcome 70 years of precedent on health legislation. (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 02:26:54 GMT)
Kennedy Key to Obama Health Plan?
If the long-time senator's health keeps him on sidelines, health care reform could take more centrist approach • Obama Plans Active Role in Health Care Legislation (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 02:38:57 GMT)
Business groups wary of first draft of health care bill
Business groups reacted warily Sunday to the Senate's first stab at overhauling the nation's health care system, a rift that could complicate President Obama's goal of achieving bipartisan support for his top domestic priority. (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 03:28:54 GMT)
No health card privacy issue - Roxon
Health Minister Nicola Roxon says there should be no privacy concerns over plans for a new medical card, designed to store a patients records on one computer chip. (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 04:26:56 GMT)
Obama Seeks to Show Health-Care Revamp Is Affordable
June 8 (Bloomberg) -- President Barack Obama, pressing Congress to pass health-care legislation this year, will outline to skeptical lawmakers how he would pay for a plan most experts say would cost more than $1 trillion, U.S. officials said. (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 08:57:06 GMT)
The Risks And Rewards Of Taxing Health Benefits
Taxing health benefits could help fund a health care overhaul, economists say — and might also make the system more efficient, by encouraging people to use only the services they need. But such a tax could sink an overhaul's political chances. (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 14:11:54 GMT)
GOP senators respond to Obama on health care
Republicans on a key Senate committee are warning President Barack Obama that he's making a mistake on health care by supporting a government insurance option for the middle class. (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 15:10:02 GMT)
Republicans Oppose Health ‘Public Option’ in Letter to Obama
June 8 (Bloomberg) -- A group of Senate Republicans sent a letter to President Barack Obama declaring their opposition to including a government-run plan as part of a health-care overhaul, saying it would be a “federal government takeover of our health-care system.” (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 15:19:04 GMT)
Health Highlights: June 8, 2009
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 16:02:57 GMT)
Mental Health: Michigan teens need more alternatives to the streets
The growing prevalence of mental illness and lack of resources available is a major challenge impacting many Michigan youth. Since its inception in 1997, Covenant House Michigan has seen a steady increase in the number of homeless, runaway and at-risk youth with mental illnesses. In order to help these youth overcome their homelessness; their physical, emotional and mental health and well-being ... (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 16:24:22 GMT)
GOP senators warn Obama on health care
President Barack Obama is making a mistake on health care by insisting on a government insurance option for the middle class, several Republicans said in a letter to the White House released Monday. (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 16:28:09 GMT)
Republican Letter to Obama Opposes Public Health Plan (Update1)
June 8 (Bloomberg) -- A group of Senate Republicans sent a letter to President Barack Obama declaring their opposition to including a government-run plan in a health-care overhaul, saying it would be a “federal government takeover” of the health system. (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 16:33:42 GMT)
GOP senators warn Obama on health care
President Barack Obama is making a mistake on health care by insisting on a government insurance option for the middle class, influential Republicans said in a letter to the White House released Monday. (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 17:56:29 GMT)
Moderates in Congress feel health care push
As Congress considers an overhaul of the nation's health care system, pressure is mounting on a small circle of Senate moderates who helped advance President Obama's economic stimulus this year. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 00:06:46 GMT)
Democrats in Congress begin to craft health-care legislation
WASHINGTON — Democrats in Congress are gearing up for what could be a crucial, month-long drive to craft health care legislation before the July 4 recess. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 00:12:00 GMT)
Senate Feels an Absence on Health Bill
In treatment for cancer, Senator Edward M. Kennedy continues to work on health care legislation, but he is not expected to return to the Capitol as formal debate begins this month. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 01:11:54 GMT)
Health Care Spending Disparities Stir a Fight
Members of Congress are considering proposals to rein in the growth of health spending by taking some Medicare money away from high-cost areas. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 02:11:54 GMT)
Most U.S. Stocks Drop as Health-Care, Commodity Shares Slump
June 8 (Bloomberg) -- Most U.S. stocks fell for a second day as a drop in health-care and materials shares overshadowed a late-day rally spurred by Nobel Prize-winning economist Paul Krugman ’s prediction the recession will end by September. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 02:18:15 GMT)
Health-care debate heats up as Senate, House grapple with plans
As the debate on health-care reform heats up on Capitol Hill, it's clear lawmakers don't see eye-to-eye on the issue -- with each other or President Obama. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 03:05:56 GMT)
Health Care Spending Disparities Stir a Fight
Members of Congress may rein in health spending by taking some Medicare money away from high-cost areas. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 06:40:46 GMT)
Minority lawmakers to highlight health disparities
Black, Latino and Asian lawmakers want President Barack Obama to focus more on racial disparities reported in medical treatment as the White House works toward overhauling the nation's health care system. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 09:02:37 GMT)
Bill Gates visits World Health Organization
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates is visiting the World Health Organization to discuss the agency's work on polio, AIDS and the swine flu outbreak. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 09:27:37 GMT)
House Democrats' Health Care Overhaul Includes Public Plan, Insurance Mandate
The health care overhaul under development by House Democrats would subsidize insurance premiums for families earning as much as four times the poverty level, while expanding Medicaid and improving its payments to health providers. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 13:42:18 GMT)
Radiation health impact hard to prove
The impact of radioactive contamination on the health of those present at test sites is hard to measure. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 15:33:28 GMT)
Senate Dems to start work next week on health care
Senate Democrats announced plans Tuesday to begin committee work next week on health care legislation designed to assure coverage for millions of Americans who now lack it, a key objective of the Obama administration. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 15:50:07 GMT)
Health Highlights: June 9, 2009
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 16:03:57 GMT)
Minority lawmakers want bill to close health gaps
Black, Latino and Asian lawmakers warned Democratic leaders that any health care overhaul that ignores health gaps between whites and minorities will face stiff opposition. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 16:11:55 GMT)
Minority lawmakers want bill to close health gaps
Black, Latino and Asian lawmakers warned Democratic leaders that any U.S. health care overhaul that ignores health gaps between whites and minorities will face stiff opposition. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 16:21:43 GMT)
What's a public health plan anyway?
The debate over whether to have a government-backed insurance plan is fast becoming the most divisive health care reform issue. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 18:02:01 GMT)
Health Care 'Gap' Continues for Minority, Poor Americans
TUESDAY, June 9 (HealthDay News) -- Minority and low-income Americans are much more likely to suffer from a chronic, debilitating illness than whites and are far less likely to have the kind of coverage that would ensure quality care, according to a new report issued Tuesday by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 18:02:53 GMT)
Minority lawmakers want bill to close health gaps
Black, Latino and Asian lawmakers warned Democratic leaders that any health care overhaul that ignores health gaps between whites and minorities will face stiff opposition. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 19:27:53 GMT)
No More Kumbaya Among Health Care Reformers
As health plan details leak out and the president weighs in, the gloves come off. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 23:45:26 GMT)
Kennedy hands health care overhaul to Dodd
Sen. Chris Dodd is emerging as the face of a Senate plan to overhaul the nation's health care system in the absence of Congress' acknowledged expert on the subject, ailing Sen. Edward M. Kennedy. (Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:32:29 GMT)
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