Posts Tagged ‘Health’

Eating Fast Can Mean Overeating – 1160th Edition

Thursday, November 5th, 2009

Tests with bowls of ice cream show that those who eat more slowly feel more full, so they’re less likely to eat too much.
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House Dems Clear Way For Health Care Vote – 1161th Edition

Thursday, November 5th, 2009

House Democrats clear the way for a pivotal floor vote on health care overhaul as early as the weekend.
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FDA Plan Seeks To Curb Accidental Overdoses – 1162th Edition

Thursday, November 5th, 2009

The Food and Drug Administration is launching a program to try and prevent millions of accidental drug overdoses that occur each year.
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Sources: Obama Plans Trip To Capitol On Friday – 1163th Edition

Thursday, November 5th, 2009

President Barack Obama intends to visit the Capitol on Friday to meet with House Democrats and make a final pitch for health care legislation scheduled for a weekend vote, according to congressional officials.
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House GOP Pens 230-Page Health Bill Draft – 1148th Edition

Wednesday, November 4th, 2009

After months spent criticizing Democrats’ health overhaul plans, House Republicans have produced a draft proposal of their own.
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White House: No Flu Vaccine For Gitmo Detainees – 1149th Edition

Wednesday, November 4th, 2009

The White House says detainees at Guantanamo Bay are not receiving vaccinations against the swine flu.
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Hot Tubs Hurt 6,600 People Each Year – 1150th Edition

Wednesday, November 4th, 2009

A hot tub or spa can be nice and relaxing. But a study finds that more people are getting hurt in them.
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Eyebrow Waxing Can Spread Herpes – 1151th Edition

Wednesday, November 4th, 2009

A treatment some women use for a polished, clean and professional look can also spread herpes, health officials say.
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Low Cholesterol May Fight Prostate Cancer – 1152th Edition

Wednesday, November 4th, 2009

Men with the lowest cholesterol are less likely to get aggressive prostate cancer, studies find.
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Breast Cancer On The Rise In Poor Countries – 1153th Edition

Wednesday, November 4th, 2009

Women in developing countries may avoid breast cancer checks because a diagnosis could cost them their families.
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