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iPod Headphones And Pacemakers Don't Mix
By Joseph Shapiro Be careful putting iPod headphones and pacemakers on the same playlist. Keep those earbuds where they belong, for safety's sake. (iStockphoto.com) (iStockphoto.com) --> The tiny yet powerful magnets that make the big noise in...
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Fri, Oct 23 2009 9:09 AM
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This Is Your Body On Flu
By Scott Hensley If all the good advice about coughing and sneezing into your sleeve to prevent the spread of flu hasn't sunk in, please take a look at this gripping video from NPR's Robert Krulwich and medical animator David Bolinsky. Now, you...
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Sat, Oct 24 2009 6:45 AM
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Senate To Include Public Option In Health Overhaul Bill
By Scott Hensley Well, the public option just got another lease on life. Sen. Harry Reid of Nevada says the public option is back on. (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) --> Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid of Nevada now...
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Mon, Oct 26 2009 1:55 PM
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Poisoned Harvard Scientists Say Spiked Coffee Was No Accident
By Scott Hensley Spend a little time in a biology lab, and you figure out pretty quickly nothing much gets done without using chemicals that could hurt you. But nobody bargains on someone putting poison in the office espresso machine, as apparently happened...
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Tue, Oct 27 2009 6:15 AM
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Malpractice Reform Would Trim $11 Billion From Health Spending
By Scott Hensley Now we have the official number for how much reforming the nation's medical malpractice system could save: $11 billion this year. Is 0.5% of health spending a lot or a little? (iStockphoto.com) (iStockphoto.com) --> How you see...
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Fri, Oct 09 2009 1:56 PM
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Health Workers Face Flu Vaccine, Or Else
By Richard Knox Mandatory flu vaccination for health-care workers looks like an idea whose time has come. Vaccines are giving the drug business a shot in the arm. (Thierry Zoccolan/Getty Images) Vaccines are giving the drug business a shot in the arm...
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Fri, Oct 09 2009 5:08 AM
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State Variations In Health Remain Wide
By Scott Hensley In the end, all health care is local. Where you live continues to makes a big difference in your health status, access to care and how much that care costs. Click on the image for an interactive map. (Commonwealth Fund) In a state-by...
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Thu, Oct 08 2009 6:38 AM
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When News Breaks On Autism, Who Gets It Out First?
By Scott Hensley When you report about health and science you bump into press embargoes almost every time you turn around. In exchange for advanced notice about some scientific development, reporters agree to hold off writing about the findings until...
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Wed, Oct 07 2009 9:21 AM
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Religious Rituals Get Update For Swine Flu World
By Maggie Mertens Catholics in Boston and many surrounding areas won't be sharing wine during Communion anymore -- at least until threats of swine flu ease a bit. Not so fast! That communal chalice is a hotbed for germs. (iStockphoto.com) (iStockphoto...
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Wed, Oct 28 2009 9:38 AM
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Antipsychotic Drugs Add To Kids' Weight
By Joanne Silberner Antipsychotic drugs used in kids can carry a steep health cost. Many children gain an unhealthy amount of weight after just a few months on the medicines. Research just published in JAMA found the drugs led to weight gains ranging...
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Wed, Oct 28 2009 2:45 PM
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Feds Charge Stryker Biotech, Execs Over Fraudulent 'Sausages'
By Maggie Mertens The Justice Department alleges a medical technology company and several of its execs fraudulently marketed bone-growth products for unapproved uses. They've been charged with five counts of wire fraud and one count of conspiracy...
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Thu, Oct 29 2009 11:56 AM
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How Much Will This Overhaul Cost?
By Scott Hensley When it comes to revamping the nation's health system, President Obama drew a $900 billion budget line in the sand for getting the job done. (iStockphoto.com) --> A billion here and a billion there starts to add up. (iStockphoto...
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Fri, Oct 30 2009 9:58 AM
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