October 2010 - NPR Health Blog - The Network of Care

Campaign Ads On Overhaul And Medicare Give Some Seniors Heartburn

Ads that claim the new federal health law imperils the future of Medicare are getting traction with senior citizens. But fact-checking groups say the attacks stretch the truth. Read More...

Published Fri, Oct 29 2010 12:21 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Siblings of A Child With Autism Often Have Subtler Problems

The genes behind autism in one child may contribute to less serious problems in siblings. Research suggests parents should keep an eye on the brothers and sisters of an autistic child and get them checked if problems crop up. Read More...

Published Mon, Oct 04 2010 8:51 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Check The Halloween Treats For These Unwanted Tricks

Nestle is recalling some fun-sized bags of Raisinets because they contain peanuts. MegaPops maker Colombina is asking grocers to remove bags of watermelon, cherry, orange and grape lollipops from shelves because they may contain metal bits. Read More...

Published Mon, Oct 25 2010 8:45 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Report Says Nurses Have Bigger Jobs To Do, But Doctors Say Not So Fast

Health care is getting more complicated and the demands on nurses are growing. An report on the profession says nursing education needs to become more rigorous to prepare nurses for bigger future roles. Read More...

Published Tue, Oct 05 2010 11:14 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

When Hospital Checklists Don't Tell The Whole Story

Medicare patients who need certain high-risk surgeries may not be able to find the best information on the government's Hospital Compare website, according to a new study. That may be because of the way it measures quality. Read More...

Published Mon, Oct 18 2010 12:30 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

For Many, Health Apps Are Just Not Part Of The Routine

A new survey by the Pew Internet and American Life Project found that just 9 percent of mobile phone owners use phone apps that help them track or manage their health. Read More...

Published Wed, Oct 20 2010 1:45 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

If You Don't Get The New Health Care Law, At Least You Can Laugh About It

A video that's gone viral on YouTube and is being passed around by health wonks all over the country pokes fun at a health care CEO. Turns out a health care CEO actually created it to educate his board. Read More...

Published Thu, Oct 21 2010 6:33 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Cancer Patients Projected to Surpass Their Docs In Numbers

The number of cancer patients who need radiation therapy is expected to increase by 22 percent by 2010. But radiation oncologists are only projected to increase by 2 percent. Read More...

Published Tue, Oct 19 2010 10:54 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Should Health Law Be Repealed? Not A Simple Question

Polls show a wide variation in responses to the proposition that the federal health law should be repealed. How the question is asked appears to make a big difference in the responses, an analysis finds. Read More...

Published Fri, Oct 15 2010 9:51 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Sebelius Says Insurers Are 'Reneging' On Kids' Coverage

The federal government is asking state insurance regulators for help in making kids-only health policies available. In a letter, HHS Secretary Sebelius offers some tips while challenging insurers to come along. Read More...

Published Thu, Oct 14 2010 6:33 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Women's Health Groups Launch Campaign For Copay-Free Birth Control

Planned Parenthood and a leading group of gynecologists are pushing to have prescription birth control covered by insurers without copays. There's a chance it could be added to a list of preventive services required under the health overhaul. Read...

Published Tue, Oct 12 2010 12:19 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Better Safe Than Sorry: Surgeons Get Help Counting Sponges

Computerized systems for tracking equipment in operating rooms can reduce errors that hurt patients. The Mayo Clinic in Minnesota hasn't lost a sponge inside a patient in more than a year and a half. Read More...

Published Wed, Oct 06 2010 11:50 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Rethinking The Food Pyramid: USDA Aims For 'Superior' Guide

Nutritionists have criticized the U.S. Department of Agriculture's most recent food guide, MyPyramid, released in 2005. The agency says its working on a new, improved version. But don't expect to see it before next year. Read More...

Published Wed, Oct 06 2010 1:43 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

How State Lists Of Health Conditions Can Help Insurance Seekers

In 23 states, anyone who has a specified medical condition is automatically eligible for a preexisting condition insurance plan made possible by health overhaul. Even so, the qualifying conditions vary by state. Read More...

Published Tue, Oct 26 2010 5:59 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Four Loko Alcoholic Energy Drinks Blamed For Sickening College Students

Several studies have shown that mixing alcohol and caffeine makes a wide-awake drunk. And those who feel more awake are more likely to take risks, like driving home intoxicated. Read More...

Published Tue, Oct 26 2010 11:15 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

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