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AsiaOne Tue, 03 May 2011 21:35 PM PDT
KANAZAWA - The operator of a yakiniku barbecue restaurant chain linked to two recent cases of fatal food poisoning has admitted it had not tested raw meat served at its outlets for bacteria, as required by the health ministry, since 2009.
Eating less salt doesn't cut heart risks: study
AsiaOne Tue, 03 May 2011 21:35 PM PDT
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - People who ate lots of salt were not more likely to get high blood pressure, and were less likely to die of heart disease than those with a low salt intake, in a new European study.
Health calendar
Everett Herald Tue, 03 May 2011 21:34 PM PDT
Youth Fitness Expo, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 14, Edward D. Hansen Conference Center Comcast Arena, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett. See youth-fitness-expo.com for a list of exhibitors. Call 425-212-1919 with questions.
Norovirus hits Northland rest homes
The New Zealand Herald Tue, 03 May 2011 21:33 PM PDT
About 200 people at five Northland rest homes have been hit with a highly-infectious stomach bug.The homes are urging non-essential visitors to stay away to stop it spreading further.Northland DHB's medical officer of health...
New garden to bring beauty and health
University Daily Kansan Tue, 03 May 2011 21:32 PM PDT
The School of Pharmacy copied a medicinal garden from the 1920s, but left out one plant.
US must strengthen efforts to restrict chemicals that threaten health, say researchers
EurekAlert! Tue, 03 May 2011 21:30 PM PDT
The Environmental Protection Agency, stymied by the outdated Toxic Substances Control Act, must seek partners in academia to help evaluate the risks of industrial chemicals on the market today, say Sarah A. Vogel of the Johnson Family Foundation and Jody Roberts of the Chemical Heritage Foundation.
Empire Plan cost balloons
Albany Times Union Tue, 03 May 2011 21:27 PM PDT
Health care premiums for state employees could rise as much as 17.9 percent next year, according to an early estimate from The Empire Plan, one of the major insurance providers for the state. While the increase is only a projection and is subject to negotiation, the steep projected increase sheds light on why the Cuomo administration is intent on getting health insurance concessions in its ...
Peoria physician focuses on womenâs issues, makes time for her adopted community
Peoria Journal Star Tue, 03 May 2011 21:27 PM PDT
Dr. Amanda Wright counts only a handful of males as patients â most of them children â but sheâs not complaining. Â Since the Peoria physician concentrates on womenâs issues, 90 percent of her patients are female, she said. Â âWhy womenâs health? For one, Iâm a woman â and women like seeing a woman doctor â but womenâs issues are a big interest of mine,â said Wright, 30, who opened her practice ...
Health Highlights: May 2, 2011
MedicineNet.com Tue, 03 May 2011 21:21 PM PDT
Title: Health Highlights: May 2, 2011 Category: Health News Created: 5/2/2011 2:06:00 PM Last Editorial Review: 5/3/2011
Relief to Ranbaxy: US court rejects Mylan's lawsuit
INDOlink Tue, 03 May 2011 21:21 PM PDT
New Delhi, May 3 (PTI) A US court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Mylan Pharmaceuticals against health regulator USFDA seeking action against Ranbaxy Laboratories' application to sell the generic version of cholesterol drug Lipitor.
Diabetic? Forget pills, pop almonds
New Kerala Mon, 02 May 2011 21:34 PM PDT
By Anjali Ojha , New Delhi, May 3 : As India grapples with a major public health problem, being home to an estimated 50.8 million diabetic population, the largest in the world, experts say consuming a few almonds daily can help combat the lifestyle disease.
The view from 9/11 to 5/1
Baltimore Sun Mon, 02 May 2011 21:34 PM PDT
In the muddled aftermath of the terrorist attacks, bin Laden's death offers some clarity It has been nearly a decade since almost 3,000 Americans died in terrorist attacks that shocked the world, but since that day, events have pushed it from the American attention span: â two wars, anthrax, health care reform, a recession and the attack on Libya. Osama bin Laden's death brought back what the ...
Health care provider's advice trumps TV ads
Hutchinson News Mon, 02 May 2011 21:33 PM PDT
Dear Heloise: As a nurse, I have become very concerned about lawyers advertising lawsuits against dr ...
Carpenters locals on strike
The Norwich Bulletin Mon, 02 May 2011 21:31 PM PDT
Three carpentersâ union locals went on strike Monday â including at job sites in Norwich â seeking greater health care benefits, according to picketers.
Flabby midriff 'raises health risk'
Press Assoc. via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News Mon, 02 May 2011 21:28 PM PDT
People with coronary artery disease are at greater risk of dying if they have fat around the waist a study has found.
Health status
The Post and Courier Mon, 02 May 2011 21:26 PM PDT
Tenet Healthcare's 49 hospitals are in urban and suburban markets. In Mount Pleasant, the company closed its 25-year-old Bowman Road campus in April 2010 and moved into a brand new hospital nearby. The 140-bed East Cooper Medical Center cost $153 million to build and equip. In South Caro...
Rival raises its offer for Tenet
The Post and Courier Mon, 02 May 2011 21:26 PM PDT
INDIANAPOLIS -- Community Health Systems Inc. has raised its offer for rival hospital operator Tenet Healthcare Corp. by 21 percent to about $4.06 billion, but it said Monday the latest bid may only last a week. Analysts said they doubt a deal will happen. The Franklin, Tenn.-based bidder...
Careers, jobs topics of May workshops
Warren Times Observer Mon, 02 May 2011 21:23 PM PDT
A Careers in Northwestern Pennsylvania Orientation is planned for 11 a.m. to noon Monday, May 9, that will help participants explore career opportunities in manufacturing, health care and construction industries.
Rocky Mount council alters health policy - www.roanoke.com
Roanoke Times Mon, 02 May 2011 21:21 PM PDT
Elected members will still receive insurance, but will have to pay out of pocket for dependents. ROCKY MOUNT -- Starting in July 2012, the town will cover health insurance expenses only for council members and not their dependents, the town council decided Monday. If a council member wants to add a dependent, he or she has to pay the additional expenses -- about $120 a month -- out of pocket ...
Early Surgery Boosts Outcomes for Babies With Cleft Palate
MedicineNet.com Mon, 02 May 2011 21:16 PM PDT
Title: Early Surgery Boosts Outcomes for Babies With Cleft Palate Category: Health News Created: 4/29/2011 2:06:00 PM Last Editorial Review: 5/2/2011
Federal appeal In states' challenge to national health care law set for June 8
Lahontan Valley News Fri, 29 Apr 2011 21:28 PM PDT
CARSON CITY - Oral arguments in the ongoing legal challenge of the national health care law by 26 states including Nevada are set for June 8 before the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Atlanta, Ga.
No hearing set in Medicare fraud lawsuit against Halifax Health
Daytona Beach News-Journal Fri, 29 Apr 2011 21:27 PM PDT
A whistle-blower says a sampling of cases shows Halifax Health over-billed Medicare more than $814,000 in claims for 216 people, according to a new court filing.
Gifted with health
Albany Times Union Fri, 29 Apr 2011 21:27 PM PDT
Mom will adore these yoga pants that she can wear cleaning up the house or at the gym. Fit Flops feature a muscle-loading Microwobbleboard that has been tested to help increase leg and bottom muscle activity, absorb shock up to 22 percent, help you feel less ache in your hips and knees, and reduce foot pressure. Fit Flops feature a ton of stylish, functional shoes for women, men and children ...
THE PULSE
Albany Times Union Fri, 29 Apr 2011 21:26 PM PDT
If you want to know more about them, read the informative perspective piece in the Sunday (April 3) Times Union by Timothy Hoff, associate professor of health policy and management at the University at Albany School of Public Health. In general, the medical home philosophy gives primary care doctors more responsibility -- and more money -- in caring for patients' chronic conditions and ...
A healthy mom is a good, happy mom
Albany Times Union Fri, 29 Apr 2011 21:26 PM PDT
Next week, women will be encouraged to improve both their physical and mental health and to take steps to lower their risk of certain diseases. Other recommendations include: eating a nutritious diet, getting regular checkups and preventive screenings, avoiding risky behaviors and trying to get enough sleep and manage stress. Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, which is the new health care reform ...
At Your Service: Greater Reading Mental Health Alliance
Reading Eagle Fri, 29 Apr 2011 21:23 PM PDT
What we do: Our goal is to provide referrals, support and guidance to those who have mental illness interfering with their quality of life. Our child advocates assist parents and guardians of children with special needs, helping them to understand and to advocate for their educational rights.
Westminster Village celebrates health center renovation
The Pantagraph Fri, 29 Apr 2011 21:21 PM PDT
BLOOMINGTON â Martin Health Center, the skilled nursing facility of Westminster Village, has received a $5.1 million facelift.
NDMC vows to keep its schools, colleges free from mosquito breeding
New Kerala Fri, 29 Apr 2011 21:21 PM PDT
New Delhi, Apr 29 : As the risk of vector-borne diseases such as dengue and malaria goes up in hot and humid weather, the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) organised a health programme to keep its schools and colleges free from mosquito breeding.
Gladstone Hospital back in business
Portage Daily Graphic Fri, 29 Apr 2011 21:18 PM PDT
By Herald-Leader Staff... The Regional Health Authority â Central Manitoba Inc.[...]
Insurance is key on mental health care
Asheville Citizen-Times Fri, 29 Apr 2011 21:17 PM PDT
In Iowa, counties are largely responsible for helping uninsured adults with mental health problems. With 99 counties, this state has 99 different systems to do so, each at the mercy of local budgets. It's unfair to Iowans. Live in one county, you get help. Live in another, you don't.
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