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Johnson & Johnson Factory Cited For Quality Lapses
By Scott Hensley So what sorts of problems led Johnson & Johnson to recall a slew of kids' medicines, including several kinds of Motrin and Tylenol, made in a factory outside Philadelphia? This painkiller for babies is one of the medicines just...
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Wed, May 05 2010 6:57 AM
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Everyday Chemicals Threaten Our Health, But Exact Risks Are Unknown
By Scott Hensley We're living in a soup of cancer-causing chemicals that the government hasn't done enough to understand and deal with, says a report to the president that's due out today. The nation is overdue in grappling with the "grievous...
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Thu, May 06 2010 5:44 AM
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Insurer Seeks A Little Less Parity For Mental Health Coverage
UnitedHealth objects to federal regulations that forbid separate deductibles for mental health and other care. Read More...
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Fri, May 07 2010 11:13 AM
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Health Of Children Improves Around The World
The deaths of children younger than 5 has declined steadily, but improvements in maternal health still lag behind public health goals. Read More...
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Mon, May 10 2010 6:02 AM
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Heart Association Says Air Pollution Linked With Heart Attacks
Researchers have long suggested a link between air pollution and heart disease. Now the American Heart Association says there is enough evidence to say that air pollution can trigger heart attacks and other problems. Read More...
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Tue, May 11 2010 5:39 AM
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Hey, Doc, If You See A Bad Drug Ad, Please Call FDA
The Food and Drug Administration wants the people who prescribe medicines to report untruthful drug ads and sales spiels. Read More...
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Tue, May 11 2010 2:58 PM
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Swamped Insurance Departments Hope Website Will Answer Overhaul Questions
Implementation of health overhaul begins with some help for consumers on the Web. Look for state-by-state information on insurance options this summer. Read More...
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Wed, May 12 2010 1:27 PM
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Congress Misses Deadline For Fixing Medicare Doc Pay -- Again
As Memorial Day approaches, Congress will adjourn without resolving a glitch in how much Medicare pays doctors. Read More...
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Fri, May 28 2010 12:14 PM
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Confusion About Health Law Remains Widespread
The latest poll from the Kaiser Family Foundation finds many people remain perplexed by the new health law, but there's less confusion than in April. Read More...
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Fri, May 21 2010 12:15 PM
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It's Not Just Salt: Sugar Boosts Blood Pressure, Too
Reducing sugary drinks, even just a few ounces a day, reduces your risk of blood pressure problems. Read More...
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Mon, May 24 2010 2:28 PM
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J&J Kids Medicines Recall Prompts Closer Look At Drug Safety
Key senator raises questions about the Food and Drug Administration's ability to oversee drug safety in the wake of this month's recall of kids' medicines. Read More...
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Tue, May 25 2010 10:40 AM
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Shady Marketing Of Herbal Supplements Poses Health Risks
Marketers of popular herbal products are making suspect health claims, a government report says. Contamination of the products is another worry. Read More...
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Wed, May 26 2010 12:23 PM
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FDA Says Johnson & Johnson Concealed Motrin Recall
The Food and Drug Administration claims Johnson & Johnson wasn't forthcoming about a recall of the painkiller Motrin. Read More...
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Thu, May 27 2010 7:10 AM
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As Consumer Group Slams Health Plans' Profits, Insurers Point Finger Elsewhere
As Consumer Group Slams Health Plans' Profits, Insurers Point Finger Elsewhere Read More...
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Thu, May 13 2010 2:26 PM
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Personal Bacteria Lurk Behind Some Bad Breath
Keeping away from smelly foods may not be enough to make your breath fresh. Stinky bacteria can do your mouth in. Read More...
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Fri, May 14 2010 2:37 PM
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