CBS New York Wed, 18 May 2011 21:34 PM PDT
Experts say it is an ailment as contagious as a common cold, but with much more serious health consequences.
Drinking coffee may cut prostate cancer risk
Albany Times Union Wed, 18 May 2011 21:31 PM PDT
Drinking coffee may cut prostate cancer risk Lorelei Mucci of theHarvard School of Public Health and colleagues analyzed data collected from 47,911 U.S. men who participated in the Health Professionals Follow-up Study, a large, ongoing examination of a variety of healthissues for men.
Social marketing in public health conference adds emphasis on environmental issues
EurekAlert! Wed, 18 May 2011 21:28 PM PDT
( University of South Florida (USF Health) ) To better meet the growing demand for social marketing, this year's conference has expanded its roster of leaders in the field and added an emphasis on social marketing and the environment.
New report on health reform implementation: How to ensure access to coverage is maintained
EurekAlert! Wed, 18 May 2011 21:28 PM PDT
Modifications to current policies could help ensure that healthinsurance coverage and subsidies provided under the Affordable Care Act remain stable even through major life changes, according to a newCommonwealth Fund report. At least 34 million people will gain new coverage under the law, and it will be important to ensure that changes in income and job transitions don't cause abrupt changes ...
Cochise County now offering adult vaccinations for whooping cough
Douglas Dispatch Wed, 18 May 2011 21:28 PM PDT
The Cochise County Health Department has been awarded more than 7000 doses of the vaccine T-Dap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis) by the Ameri-Cares organization. The county will be offering adults (18 and older) these vaccinations free of charge during the adult immunization clinics at local health departments.
Cholera : WaterAid calls to improve access to sanitation
Sunday Observer Wed, 18 May 2011 21:27 PM PDT
International development agency - WaterAid â requests the world leaders to ensure that sanitation and water are prioritised in a resolution on controlling and preventing cholera , which is due to be discussed and approved at the World Health Assembly.
Anticipating cuts, Health board trims program
Salem News Wed, 18 May 2011 21:25 PM PDT
LISBON â Anticipated state budget cuts forced the Columbiana CountyHealth Department to layoff one of five Help Me Grow service coordinators.
Sabattus budget would hold line on taxes, cut one employee
The Lewiston Sun Journal Wed, 18 May 2011 21:24 PM PDT
SABATTUS â Town meeting voters will see a proposed municipal budget that buys more planning expertise, scales back town employeesâhealth care, cuts one position, aims to attract more volunteer firefighters and attempts to hold down property taxes.
Kenya: Protest as Govt Grapples With HIV Funding Shortages
AllAfrica.com Wed, 18 May 2011 21:24 PM PDT
Hundreds of Kenyan AIDS activists held a protest on 18 May in the capital, Nairobi to demand that the government meet its commitment to increase annual health and HIV funding.
Almost 30% of Urban ERs Closed During Past Two Decades: Study
MedicineNet.com Wed, 18 May 2011 21:23 PM PDT
Title: Almost 30% of Urban ERs Closed During Past Two Decades: Study Category: Health News Created: 5/17/2011 6:06:00 PM Last Editorial Review: 5/18/2011
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