Archive for the ‘Health’ Category

‘Public Option’ Now Central In Health Debate – 732th Edition

Saturday, August 22nd, 2009

The idea of a government medical plan to compete with private insurance has become a litmus test in the health care debate.
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‘Public Option’ Now Central In Health Debate – 732th Edition

Saturday, August 22nd, 2009

The idea of a government medical plan to compete with private insurance has become a litmus test in the health care debate.
By fox5vegas.com

WHO Predicts ‘Explosion’ Of Swine Flu Cases – 733th Edition

Saturday, August 22nd, 2009

The spread of swine flu could affect one third of the world’s population, according to the World Health Organization.
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WHO Predicts ‘Explosion’ Of Swine Flu Cases – 733th Edition

Saturday, August 22nd, 2009

The spread of swine flu could affect one third of the world’s population, according to the World Health Organization.
By fox5vegas.com

Are Nutrient-Spiked Foods Really Better? – 727th Edition

Thursday, August 20th, 2009

Some once-demonized foods are being spiked with nutrients to give them a healthier look, but are they really better for shoppers?
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Gov’t Enlists Employers’ Help To Contain Flu – 719th Edition

Thursday, August 20th, 2009

Government officials are calling on U.S. businesses to help manage swine flu this fall by getting vaccines to vulnerable workers and encouraging employees with symptoms to stay home.
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FACT CHECK: Health Overhaul Myths Taking Root – 720th Edition

Thursday, August 20th, 2009

The judgment is harsh in a new poll that finds Americans worried about the government taking over health insurance, cutting off treatment to the elderly and giving coverage to illegal immigrants. Harsh, but not based on facts.
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Study Shows Mercury In Fish Widespread – 721th Edition

Thursday, August 20th, 2009

No fish can escape mercury pollution, according to a federal study of mercury contamination.
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Male Or Female? Gender Tests Not Always Easy – 722th Edition

Thursday, August 20th, 2009

Proving one’s gender isn’t always easy.
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Study: Lung Cancer Pill Works For Some – 723th Edition

Thursday, August 20th, 2009

Four years after the government severely restricted its use, the lung cancer drug Iressa may be poised to make a comeback: A study concludes it can slow the deadly disease better than standard chemotherapy in certain patients.
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